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Kansas State 4-H Office
201 Umberger Hall
1612 Claflin Road
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506

785-532-5800
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Kansas State Fair - 4-H Division

KSF Results

2024 Kansas State Fair

2024 Kansas State Fair Schedule

4-H Exhibit Area Downloads

Entry Collection Sheets
Agronomy
Communications
Dog Show
The Dog Show will be held Saturday, August 31 in Expo I (horse arena) on the Kansas State Fairgrounds.
Dog Show Class fees for 2024 are $10/class.  All fees are due to the local Extension Office when entry is made.  Exhibitors are REQUIRED to pay class fees in order to exhibit at the 2024 Kansas 4-H Dog Show.

     

    Electric and Renewable Energy
    Engineering and Technology

    For *notebooks, *display boards, and *posters, no additional exhibit information is required; no manila envelope is needed for these exhibits.  All other exhibits need the additional information included in a manila envelope.  Displays, notebooks and posters have been combined into one score sheet for all divisions. 

    You may also visit the Kansas 4-H Engineering and Technology site, www.engtech4ks.com, for more specific information in astronomy, rocketry, robotics, unmanned aerial systems and computers.

    To get the information form-fillable files to work, first it will be necessary to download the file from your browser.  However, we suggest you first type in your information and then print off a copy before re-saving it and closing the file.  In some instances, you may not be able to save the contents of each file due to your computer's configuration.  Always print the form-fillable file before closing it, so you don't lose the information.  If the form-fillable function is not working correctly, please try Firefox or Chrome as your browser to download the file.   That usually solves the form-fillable issue.  Thanks. 

    Entomology
    Fashion Revue
    The following items must be submitted during the FairEntry process.  Remember all state fair entries are due by August 15:
    1. Score Card & Cost Per Wear Form
      4-H members should complete the Score Card and Cost Per Wear Form.  This is the ONLY form that will be allowed.  Older versions or local unit forms are not acceptable.  This form will be uploaded into FairEntry as part of the fair entry process. 
    2. Public Review Script
      4-H members should provide a written script to their Extension Agent so that the office may submit it as part of the fair entry process. Scripts should be 4-6 sentences in length. Write it exactly as you want it read during the public revue. Include 4-H'ers first name (no last name) and local unit somewhere in the first sentence. Some descriptors may include: fabric, colors, accesories, where you will wear the outfit, what you like best, etc. Feel free to include hobbies and other info about yourself.  
    3. $7.00 participation fee per participating 4-H member
      Please see the Kansas State Fair Fee Schedule for payment instructions. Pay your Extension Unit.

    The judging schedule, as well as participant instructions will be posted here no later than September 1. 

     

    FCS Judging

    Visit the FCS contest page for complete rules.

    2024 Contest Schedule (both Intermediate & Senior)

    2024 FCS Contest Study Guide

    Fiber Arts

     

    Foods and Nutrition
    Foods Preservation
    Forestry
    Geology
    Horse Show

    No health papers or CVI is needed for in-state horses, only a negative Coggins. There is not a vet check-in off fairgrounds as in previous years.

    The KSF has designated that 4-H Horses are allowed to arrive on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. for stalling, vet check and show check-in.  After 9:00  p.m. horses are not allowed to arrive or stall. Thursday, September 12, horses can be vet checked and stalled from 7:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday, September 13, horses can be vet checked and stalled 7:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Horses are not allowed to arrive or stall outside of these times any days. Saturday, September 14, vets will be available for checks from 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

    Horse ID’s or registration papers and class entries/scratches will be checked once families have unloaded after vet and Coggins check. One person per horse is encouraged for check-in.

    Exhibitors must arrive on grounds by Gate #10. With a parking pass, trailers and tow vehicle may remain on grounds. Stalling assignments, parking passes and wristbands should be picked up at the stalling office. Unordered wristbands/parking passes may be purchased from the stalling office for $10 each for cash or check. If using a credit card, you must purchase from the credential office in the Sheep and Swine barn West of the Expo Center.

     

    Horticulture and Landscape Design
    Interior Design and Architecture
    Photography
    Photography Judging Contest

     

    Poultry
    Rabbits
    Sewing and Textile Design
    • Each 4-H member is encouraged to attach an index card or photo, no larger than 4” x 6” with the entry form to give the judge any
      information which the exhibitor thinks would be helpful for the judge to know.
    • In Clothing, Fiber Arts or other exhibits needing a cloth label, for the 2014 State Fair and beyond, exhibitors can make their own label on a piece of cloth with a permanent or laundry type marker. Labels should be about 3"x2.5" in size and include exhibitor name, class number and county or district.
    • Sewing and Textile Design Scorecard
    • Recycled Clothing Scorecard
    Shooting Sports
    Shopping In Style
    Small Engine

     

    Veterinary Science
    Visual Arts

     

    Wildlife
    Woodworking