Capture the moments that make your Fair unforgettable! Whether it's the thrill of the carnival, the warmth of community traditions, or a behind-the-scenes look at fair life—this is your chance to showcase your Fair’s story through photography.
New for this year: All entries will be submitted digitally! A professional photographer will review all submissions and select the Top 3 photos in each category, as well as one overall Grand Sweepstakes Winner.
All entries—including those not selected as finalists—will be featured in a slideshow presentation during the convention. The Top 3 winners in each category will be contacted and required to submit printed 8x10 photos for display.
Categories:
Color:
A - Carnivals
B - Contests & Games
C - Animals
D - Kids
E - Senior Citizens
F - Entertainment
G - Rodeo
H - General Interest
I - Off-Season Activities – A moment outside of your Fair event
Black & White:
A - Carnivals
B - Contests & Games
C - Animals
D - Kids
E - Senior Citizens
F - Entertainment
G - Rodeo
H - General Interest
I - Off-Season Activities – A moment outside of your Fair event
Contest Rules:
- Limit three entries per category per Fair.
- Photos must depict Fair-related activity or off-season Fair work.
- Photos taken by your local Newspaper are acceptable: include name of the photographer and newspaper.
- No photocopies or screenshots; all submissions must be high-resolution digital images.
- Judges may reassign categories as needed (e.g., child + animal = General Interest).
Entry Form coming soon!
Fair Attendance Categories
A - Fairs under 8,000 and youth shows
B - Fairs 8,001- 22,000
C - Fairs 22,001- 40,000
D - Fairs 40,001-100,000
E - 100,001 and over.