By Andi Anderson
The Hamilton County 4-H Fair in Noblesville is set to run from July 18-22, offering a variety of activities, exhibits, and entertainment for attendees. Located at 2003 Pleasant St., the fair will feature classic fair food, animals, music, and more.
Following the fair, a livestock auction will be held at 5:30 p.m. on July 23 in the show arena, where 4-H members will present their animals for auction to the highest bidder. This auction provides the 4-H members with donations, and the animals are then sent to a commercial processing facility.
Kathleen Bohde, 4-H youth development extension educator, highlighted the importance of the fair, stating, “4-H plays a transformative role in a young person’s life by fostering essential life skills and values. Through hands-on projects and community involvement, 4-H members learn responsibility, leadership and teamwork.”
The Hamilton County 4-H Fair includes several exhibits and displays for people of all ages. Classic fair food such as funnel cakes, milkshakes, and lemon shake-ups will be available, with proceeds supporting Hamilton County 4-H and other community programs.
“We are a very small-town feeling fair in a suburbia world,” Bohde said. “All of our food vendors are nonprofits, and so naturally the fair is giving back to the community.”
Bohde expressed her excitement for the fair, saying, “I love how the fair brings Hamilton County all together. I am excited about seeing our youth showcase their talents. They deserve it and it is a joy to see their joy.”
Admission and parking are free, and the public can participate in several events such as the Hamilton County Talent Show, the Youth Pedal Tractor Pull, and the Farmer Olympics. Exhibits and displays will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Schedule of Events:
July 18:
8:30 a.m.: 4-H Bucket Calf Show
9:30 a.m.: 4-H Llama Senior Showmanship
10 a.m.: 4-H Crops Judging, 4-H Horse & Pony English Show, 4-H Poultry Show, and 4-H Robotics Activities
1 p.m.: 4-H Tractor Driving Contest and Extension Homemakers Flower Show
2 p.m.: Kids’ Craft Activities
4 p.m.: 4-H Pygmy Goat Show
6 p.m.: Purdue Extension Celebrates and 4-H Rabbit Ambassador Contest
7 p.m.: 4-H Clogging Exhibition
July 19:
8:30 a.m.: 4-H Rabbit Show and 4-H Beef Grooming Contest
9 a.m.: 4-H Chicken Barbecue Contest
9:30 a.m.: 4-H Llama Intermediate Showmanship
10 a.m.: 4-H Horse & Pony Western Show
1 p.m.: Kids’ Craft Activities and 4-H Meat Goat Show
5 p.m.: 4-H Llama Costume Contest
6 p.m.: 4-H Beef Barbecue Contest and Leaping Llama Exhibition
7 p.m.: 4-H Sewing & Consumer Clothing Revue
8 p.m.: Bracken DJ & Sound Company
July 20:
8:30 a.m.: 4-H Public Speaking Contest
9 a.m.: 4-H Swine Show
10 a.m.: 4-H Horse & Pony Dressage
11 a.m.: 4-H Demonstration Contest
1 p.m.: Antique Tractor Pull
2 p.m.: Kids’ Craft Activities
5 p.m.: 4-H Cat Show and 4-H Dog Drill Team Demonstration
6:30 p.m.: Homemade Ice Cream Contest
8 p.m.: The Grace Scott Band
July 21:
9:30 a.m.: 4-H Sheep Wool Judging
10 a.m.: Worship Service, 4-H Horse & Pony Hunter & Jumper Show, and 4-H Sheep Show
Noon: 4-H Pocket Pet Show
1 p.m.: 4-H Lawn & Garden Tractor Contest and Walk-A-Llama
2 p.m.: Gilbert Family Gospel Band and Youth Pedal Tractor Pull
4:30 p.m.: Youth Sheep Exhibition
6 p.m.: Farmer Olympics
July 22:
9 a.m.: 4-H Beef Show
10 a.m.: 4-H Horse & Pony Versatility Show and 4-H Llama Youth Judging
2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.: Youth Talent Contest
7 p.m.: Supreme Showmanship
The Hamilton County 4-H Fair promises a fun and engaging experience for the whole community, celebrating the hard work and dedication of 4-H members.
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