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| Cabbage Limerick Contest | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
| Cabbage Limerick ContestEnter your limerick online: https://bit.ly/cabbagelimerick2026 Entries due by 11:59pm on September 1st, 2026. Entries must be received online. Winners will be announced at the 30th Annual Giant Cabbage Weigh-Off on September 4th (Starts at 6 PM), and also by email. First place: $100 Contest Guidelines a. Does the entry must meet the definition of a limerick (rhyming scheme “AABBA”)? https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Limerick. b. Does the limerick support the spirit of the Alaska State Fair Giant Cabbage Weigh-Off? – Two entries maximum per person. Sponsored by: Questions? Contact [email protected]
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| Scarecrow Contest | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
| Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with one of the Alaska State Fair’s most creative traditions! Twelve teams will race against the clock to transform provided materials into unique scarecrow masterpieces. Entries will be judged on creativity, originality, craftsmanship, and how well they capture this year’s patriotic theme honoring 250 years of America. Come cheer on the teams and see history, imagination, and fair spirit brought to life! 🎪 Winners will receive prizes & a ribbon! Registration starts at 12:30 pm in front of the Alaska’s News Source Corral.
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| Hot Dog Eating Contest | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
| Think you have what it takes to be the Top Dog? Join us for the Hot Dog Eating Contest and see how many hot dogs you can devour in just 2 minutes! Whether you are a seasoned competitor or just hungry for fun, this fast-paced contest is sure to be a crowd favorite. Sign up beings at 4:30 at the Alaska’s News Source Corral |
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| Duct Tape Contest | SBS Woodlot |
| Can you turn ordinary duct tape into an award-winning masterpiece? Whether you create your entry at home or take on the challenge of building one live in just 15 minutes, this contest is all about creativity, imagination, and tape! 🇺🇸 Bonus points awarded for incorporating this year’s patriotic America 250 theme! 🏆 Ribbons and prizes will be awarded in both the At-Home and On-Site Build divisions. 🎨 Categories:
📍 Registration begins at 1:30 PM in the Woodlot From stars and stripes to historic American icons, show off your creativity and help us celebrate 250 years of America. If you can dream it, you can tape it! |
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| Sourdough Bread Contest - Presented by House of Bread Wasilla | Hoskins Exhibits |
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Important TimesEntries Accepted: 4:45 pm thru 6:45 pm Judging: 7 pm 2026 Prizes:
Each winner receives a ribbon!
Official Contest Entry InformationThe following information applies to all Special Cooking Contests held in the Hoskins Exhibits:
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| Alaska Seafood Throwdown | MVFCU Event Hall |
| Watch talented chefs go head-to-head in a Food Network-style culinary battle featuring Alaska’s world-famous seafood! Competitors will race the clock, impress the judges, and compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place honors, along with the coveted People’s Choice Award. 🐟 Public Tasting & Voting Times
Sample the dishes, cast your vote, and help crown the fan favorite! |
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| Cheesecake Contest (Herb & Edible Wildflowers) presented by Sweet Gypsy | Hoskins Exhibits |
| ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Important TimesEntries Accepted: 4:45 pm thru 6:45 pm Judging at 7 pm Sweet Gypsy will provide the following prizes:
Each winner receives a ribbon! Official Contest Entry InformationThe following information applies to all Special Cooking Contests held in the Hoskins Exhibits:
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| Ag Games | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
| 🌾 Old-Fashioned Fun, Fair Style! Get ready for a hilarious lineup of farm-inspired challenges! Churn your way through the Dance Until You Make Butter contest, test your strength in the Hay Bale Toss, show off your aim in the Potato Toss, and see if your stomach can survive the Pickle & Ice Cream Eating Contest. Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, AG Games are packed with laughs, friendly competition, and unforgettable fair memories. 🏆 Fun for all ages. Bragging rights and ribbons included! Sign up for one – or all – of the contests! Sign ups begin at 3:30 PM in the Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits! |
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| Diaper Derby & Toddler Trot | Alaska News Source Corral |
| Ready, Set, Crawl! How fast is your baby or toddler? Bring your little speedster to the Diaper Derby & Toddler Trot and watch them race for glory! Open to children 6 months to 4 years old, with prizes awarded in all age categories. 🎉 Whether they crawl, waddle, toddle, or sprint, every race is packed with laughs and adorable moments! 📍 Sign up at the Office Lawn starting at 12:30 PM located next to the KidZone. |
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| Just for Kids Cookie Contest - Presented by Vagabond Blues | Hoskins Exhibits |
| ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Important TimesEntries Accepted: 4:45 pm thru 6:45 pm Judging at 7 pm 2026 PRIZES:
Each winner receives a ribbon! 2025 WINNERS:
Official Contest Entry InformationThe following information applies to all Special Cooking Contests held in the Hoskins Exhibits:
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| Parent Child Look-Alike Contest | MVFCU Event Hall |
| 🍎 The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree… and sometimes the tree doesn’t grow far from the apple! Bring your mini-me to the stage and see if you’ve got the smiles, expressions, and family resemblance to impress the judges. Whether you’re twins separated by a few decades or just share the same goofy grin, come prove you’re the fair’s most look-alike duo! 🏆 Prizes awarded for the best family resemblance and matching personalities. Registration starts at 1:30 pm and the contest begins at 2:00pm in the Event Hall |
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| Mullet Mania | SBS Woodlot |
| Business in the Front, Party in the Back! Dust off your Alaska mud flap and get ready to shake those locks at the Alaska State Fair’s Mullet Mania! Hosted by Kendra Coeville on Saturday, August 29, this celebration of legendary hair is searching for Alaska’s finest mullets. Compete in one of the following divisions: 🔥 Mini Mullet — Ages 0–6 🏆 Winners from each division will face off for the ultimate title of Master Mullet Champion 📍 Registration begins at 3:30 PM in the SBS Woodlot Whether your mullet is majestic, magnificent, or gloriously outrageous, come strut your stuff, shake those flowing locks, and prove you’ve got the best party in the back! Sign up now:
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| Red, White & Blue Pie Contest | Hoskins Exhibits |
| Celebrate the 250th Birthday of the USA!
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| 20th Annual Alaska Midnight Sun Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
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Entry Time is 11 am – 1 pm Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place.
See colossal sized squash as they weigh in. Will we break the current state record of 2,147 pounds? The Alaska State Fair is an Official weigh-off site for the Great Pumpkin Commonwealth. Contest rules and guidelines will follow those set forth by Alaska State Fair, Great Pumpkin Commonwealth and Guinness World Records. For more info contact the Alaska State Fair at (907) 746-7167 or email [email protected]
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| Cosplay Contest | MVFCU Event Hall |
| 907 Star Wars Cosplay Contest ⭐ The Force Is Strong at the Fair! Compete with your favorite galactic heroes and villains from a galaxy far, far away! Snap photos, show off your cosplay, and meet the incredible members of the 501st Legion. 📸 Photo opportunities available throughout the event. 💫 The 907 Star Wars will also be collecting donations to support Make-A-Wish, helping bring hope and joy to children facing critical illnesses. Come meet the good guys, the bad guys, and the droids with attitude! Support a great cause and help make wishes come true!” |
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| Beard Contest | SBS Woodlot |
| There’s gold in that-there beard! Division champs & the overall winner, aka Mr. Sourdough, will take home cash, prizes and bragging rights. Can I touch your beard please? Sign ups at 1:30pm in the Woodlot. Contest begins at 2pm! Categories: Urban Alaskan: For those who like their facial hair, but like it neat, trimmed and groomed. This can include: beard, goatee, chin curtain, side bars, etc (with or without moustache). Because it is trimmed, the design should fit the face it’s worn on Soup Strainer: For those with a Moustache only. Moustache can be long, short, waxed, curled, etc. These men may or may not like shaving, but they would not shave this Man Accessory off. Homesteader: For those with a full beard, with our without a moustache. This category is for Alaskan’s who love a full beard. Some may be long, some may be shorter. Mr. Sourdough: Open to the winners of the three previous categories. This title and grand prize is awarded to the man with the greatest Facial Hair in the Last Frontier.
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| 30th Annual Giant Cabbage Weigh-Off | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
| Two world records have already been set at our Fair – will one of these giants gain Guinness status again this year? Come see who will take home the big prizes (over $2,000 in cash awards!) and the bragging rights in the 30th annual weigh-off. Plus, cheer on the big efforts of our littlest growers in the Junior Cabbage Grower Division. Pre-Registration is required by August 27, 2026 | Download 2026 Cabbage Registration or register online below. Cash Prizes
1st $1000 |
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| Max Sherrod Junior Cabbage Grower’s Award | Craig Taylor Farm Exhibits |
| Sponsored by Alaska Farm BureauPre-Registration is required by August 31, 2026 Prizes will be awarded 1st $250, 2nd $150, 3rd $100
For more info contact Lara Stanley at 907-746-7167 or [email protected] |
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| Appetizer Contest (Stars, Stripes and State Fair) - Presented by Everett's & Mat-Su Resort | Hoskins Exhibits |
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PRIZES for 2026:
Each winner receives a ribbon! Important TimesEntries Accepted: 4:45 pm thru 6:45 pm Official Contest Entry InformationThe following information applies to all Special Cooking Contests held in the Hoskins Exhibits:
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| Alaska Beef Showdown | MVFCU Event Hall |
| 🥩 Alaska Beef Showdown 🥩 Get ready for a sizzling Food Network-style culinary battle! Watch local professional chefs go head-to-head in a fast-paced competition as they transform premium Alaska beef into mouthwatering masterpieces. With skill, creativity, and bragging rights on the line, only one chef will earn the title of Alaska Beef Showdown Champion! Don’t just watch—taste the action! Fairgoers can sample the chefs’ creations and cast their votes during the People’s Choice tastings at: 🥩 12:30 PM Come hungry and help decide who serves up the best beef at the Fair! |
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| Homesteader Games | SBS Woodlot |
| Step back in time and test your pioneer spirit at the Homesteader Games! Join us in the Woodlot on September 7 at 4:00 PM for an action-packed competition celebrating Alaska’s homesteading heritage. Contestants will go head-to-head in classic frontier challenges including Axe Throw, Wood Split, Two-Person Cross-Cut Saw, Nail Drive, Husband Holler, and Water Haul. Whether you’re competing for bragging rights or cheering from the sidelines, this event is guaranteed to bring plenty of laughs, friendly competition, and old-fashioned fun. Think you’ve got what it takes to be a true homesteader? Come find out! Sign ups start at 3:30pm. Contestants must be 18 years or older. |
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