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Sheep, Goat & Swine Judging
Open Conformation & Showmanship judging starts at noon and runs until 4pm |
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AgWest Crops & Flowers Exhibits
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Pedal Tractors
Free Fun for Kiddos!
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4-H Costume Critter Showcase
Small Stock costume contest begins at 4pm and runs through 5pm 4-H youth dress themselves, their small livestock, or both in creative themed costumes for this fun, family-friendly showcase. |
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Livestock Costume Contest
Livestock costume contest begins at 2pm and runs through 4pm Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in true agricultural style. Exhibitors show off their patriotic spirit in red, white, and blue or historical-themed costumes honoring the nation’s rich farming heritage. Highlighting the important role livestock and farmers have played in building America from 1776 to today. Join in on the star-spangled showcase.
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FFA Award Ceremony
Join Alaska FFA in celebrating the hard work of FFA members over the course of the Alaska State Fair FFA weekend. |
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FFA Invitational Youth Speaking
Students from 12 - 18 years present prepared public speeches on AG topics, extemporaneous speeches, or the FFA Creed to a panel of judges. |
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FFA AG Issues Forum
Learn about FFA A competitive event for teams of 4 individuals to present an agricultural or natural resources issue and discuss the various aspects of it with a panel of judges and the public to observe. |
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AG Education Expo
Enjoy 4 days of exciting family-friendly activities and fun. Alaska FFA and 4-H members will be teaching different aspects of Alaskan agriculture and natural resources industries throughout Farm Exhibits Building. |
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4-H Large Livestock Breeding Show
Show continues through 4pm |
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4-H Large Livestock Showmanship
Showmanship judging continues through 4pm |
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Yodeling Contest
Put your Yodel-ay-hee-hoo to the test! |
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4-H Small Livestock Showmanship
Showmanship judging continues through 4pm |
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Master Showmanship Competition
Master Showmanship Judging begins after Beef & Dairy judging is complete. |
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4-H / FFA Jr Market Livestock Auction
This is an opportunity for 4-H & FFA members to raise and sell their livestock and draw financial support through community involvement. Auction begins at 12:30 and continues through 4pm |
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Raven Homeschool Fair Feathered Friends
Daily | 11am - 8pm It all starts with an egg! Visit the Poultry Education Area and see the adorable baby chicks. Sponsored by Raven Homeschool
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Alaska Farm Bureau Max Sherrod Junior Cabbage Grower’s Award
Sponsored by Alaska Farm Bureau Pre-Registration is required by August 31, 2026 Download 2026 Cabbage Registration Open to growers ages 12 and under as of April 1, 2026.
For more info contact Lara Stanley at 907-746-7167 or [email protected] |
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Alaska Division of Agriculture, Alaska Grown 30th Annual Giant Cabbage Weigh-Off
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. |
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20th Annual Alaska Midnight Sun Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off
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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Cabbage Limerick Contest
Cabbage Limerick Contest 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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GCI GCI Petting Zoo
Grab your camera and head to the GCI Petting Zoo for your dose of adorable! Pet baby goats, piglets, sheep, and more, all raised and shared with you by local families! Open daily in the Craig Taylor Equipment Farm Exhibits from 11am-8pm!
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Sudsy's Barn
Hand-washing has never been this much fun! Teach your kids good hygiene while having a good time at Sudsy’s Barn™, a play-based, interactive hand-washing station located in Farm Exhibits. Open During Fair Hours. |
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Craig Taylor Equipment Ag Games
🌾 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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Belle a Vie Scarecrow Contest
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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4-H Large Livestock Conformation
Conformation judging continues through 6pm |
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Dairy & Beef Judging
Beef & Dairy Conformation & Showmanship Judging begins at noon and runs through 4pm |
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Goat Milking Demo with Ali-K Packa
Daily at 5pm
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Cow Milking Demo with Kerri Stoltenberg
See a sweet cow, give sweet milk! |
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Goat Milking Demo with Kaichen McRae
Daily at 5pm
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