Blackford Co. 4-H & Open Fair

06/18/2026

Static Project Check In: Friday, June 19th
8 AM - 9 AM - Open Show Projects, Mini 4-H projects
9 AM - Closed Judging
8 AM - 9 AM - 10-year Displays

06/16/2026

Static Projects Check In: Wednesday, June 17th
7 AM - 9 AM - Check in all remaining 4-H projects
9 AM - Open Judging

06/15/2026

Static Projects Tuesday, June 16th
4 PM - 5 PM - Sewing (Wearable & Non-Wearable)
5 PM - Open Judging

5 PM - 6 PM - Consumer Clothing, Fashion R***e
6 PM - Open Judging

06/14/2026

Static Projects Check In: Monday, June 15th
5 PM - 6 PM - Foods, Foods preserved, and Microwave Foods
6 PM - Open Judging

06/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and effort to help with fairgrounds cleanup and barn setup today! The 2026 fair kicks off on Saturday with the Open Hog Show! 🍀

06/12/2026

🍀 BLACKFORD COUNTY 4-H FAIR OFFICE & BUILDING HOURS 🍀

As fair season gets underway, please take note of our Purdue Extension Office and 4-H Building hours.

🏢 Purdue Extension Fair Office Hours

📅 June 15–16: 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
📅 June 17: 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
📅 June 18–19: 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.

📅 June 22–26: 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
🚫 June 29: CLOSED

🍀 4-H Building Hours
📅 June 22–26
⏰ 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.

⏰ Please note: The office will be closed daily for lunch from 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M.

The office will generally be closed on weekends unless otherwise noted. If you need assistance during those times, please email [email protected] for the quickest response.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the 2026 Blackford County 4-H Fair! 🎡🐄🐖🐐🐇🍀

06/12/2026

Mark your calendar! The Blackford County Open Hog Show is next Saturday, June 20 at 11:00am. Blackford Fairboard will be selling pork burgers and chops, as well as other menu items. Blackford FFA-Junior Leaders will also be selling concessions. Come check out the show, grab some food, and get ready for fair week!

06/11/2026

The parade is only 11 days away! Don't forget to sign up at the link below. If you need paper forms, they are available in the Extension Office.

Theme: "Red, White & Ewe" Event Date & Time: June 22, 2026, Parade starts at 6:00 P.M. Event Address: Hartford City, Indiana Contact us at (765) 348-3213 or [email protected]

06/10/2026

Who are you going to be voting for? Let the friendly campaigning, bribing, and trash talking begin! ☘️💋
Voting begins Monday, June 22!

06/10/2026

🏕️ 4-H Fair Camping Information 🏕️

Families planning to camp during the Blackford County 4-H Fair should review the camping map and setup information below.

📅 Camper Setup: Saturday, June 20
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

A few reminders:
✅ Camping spaces must be reserved through the Extension Office.
✅ All electrical camping spaces have been filled.
✅ Non-electrical spaces are still available.
✅ Please leave adequate room between campers for vehicle traffic and emergency access.
✅ Follow all ground markings as closely as possible.

⚠️ Campers placed before the designated setup time may be subject to towing at the owner's expense. Due to food vendor and fair setup activities, access to the camping area may be limited before 6:00 PM and after 9:00 PM on Saturday, June 20th, and after.

Questions or need to reserve a camping spot? Contact the Extension Office at 765-348-3213.

We can't wait to kick off another great Blackford County 4-H Fair! 🍀💚🏕️

(See camping map below.)