2024 Open Class Division

Open class division provides an opportunity for anyone in Riley County and adjoining counties to share their talents with the public. For more information on the Open Class Divisions click on Downloads on the side bar. All the entry and judging times will be listed.

4-H Bake Sale

There's nothing better than fresh homemade baked goods! Cakes, cookies, breads and pies will be available.

Wednesday, July 24, 3-6 pm
Thursday, July 25, 8 am until they are gone.

Proceeds from the sale benefit the Riley County 4-H Council

Fair Olympics

July 31 10:00 am South side of Pottorf Hall

Get ready for some good old-fashioned family fun at this year's Fair Olympics. Participants will take part in events such as the scoop shovel race, greased zucchini toss and other not-so-clean fun!!! Look for full contest details coming soon.

Kaw Valley PRCA Rodeo

July 25,26, and 27
8:00 pm performances


For more details and ticket prices visit Kaw Valley Rodeo Website

Open Class Building Creations

Open to the Public!
Entry: Wednesday, July 24, 3:00-5:00 pm
Judging: Thursday, July 25
Pick up Entries: Monday, July 29, 5:00 - 7:00 pm - No Early Release

1.Building Creations (LEGO®, K'NEX®, tooth picks, etc.) should be no larger than 24"(L) x 24" (W) x 60" (H).
Special size accommodations can be made for larger creations with the approval of Mr. Jobe, Riley County 4-H
Agent. Contact him at the Riley County Extension Office prior to entry, 785-537-6350.
2.Building Creations will be judged on theme, neatness and creativity.
3. Creations will be judged in (4) separate age categories: Junior (ages 7-9), Intermediate (ages 10-13), Senior
(ages 14-19), and Adult ( 20+).
4. Group exhibits are allowed, but only one prize will be given per exhibit.
5. Each builder may enter a maximum of two exhibits.
6. All entries must be completely assembled when entered. Only minor repairs will be permitted at entry.

Pedal Tractor Pull

Sunday, July 28
Hurlburt Hall, CiCo Park
Registration begins at 6:30 pm
Pull begins at 7:00 pm

Youth ages 4-12 are invited to participate in the Pedal Tractor Pull. Contestants use their own pedal power to drive a pedal tractor pulling a weighted skid. Everyone receives a prize! Winners in each age group are eligible to compete at the Kansas State Fair in September.

Scenes of Riley County

Open Class Photography Class ---
Every year a new Riley County object will be the focus of the picture. This year the Riley County Scene will be focused on Windmills in Riley County. All pictures must be taken in Riley County and a description of the location of the windmill must be included on the back of the photo. The winning photo will receive a special ribbon and will be hung in the Riley County Courthouse for one year. Only ONE entry per person. For more information and rules please refer to the Riley County Fair Book download located on the home page of this website and page 89 will have all the information. Riley County Extension sells mat boards for the Photos.

Scone Baking Contest

Scone Baking Contest
Sunday, July 28 1:00 pm

Rules:
1. Open to anyone wishing to bake 1/2 Dozen Scones
2. Entries must include a recipe. Scones must be checked in by 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 28
3. Please bring scones in disposable pan - pans will not be returned
4. Judging is based on appearance, presentation, texture and flavor
5. We will have one division this year.
5. Following judging, scones will be sold to the public. All proceeds will go to Riley County 4-H. If you
wish to bake a dozen scones and not have it judged, we will be happy to accept it and sell it to raise money
for Riley County 4-H.
6. Winners will be announced immediately after judging has taken place. First place will received a prize!


Shepherds Lead

Registration ends Thursday, July 25; noon
Show: Thursday, July 25 at 7:00 pm Hurlburt Show Arena, CiCo Park

The purpose of a lead class is to present sheep in the most attractive manner. Sheep and handler will wear garments purchased or constructed of at least 60% wool.

Pee Wee (Ages 5 and under)
Junior (Ages 6-9)
Intermediate (Ages 10- 14)
Senior (Ages 15- 20)
Adult (Ages 21 and older)

WEEE Entertainment Carnival

July 25-29 Open nightly at 6:00 pm
WEEE Entertainment operates one of the nation's best carnivals and they are coming to the Riley County Fair!

Wristband special each night $33.00

Thursday--6-10 pm
Friday--6-10 pm
Saturday--6-10 pm
Sunday -- 6-10 pm
Monday--6-10 pm




All events will take place at the Riley County Fair Grounds unless otherwise noted.
phone: (785) 537-6350
fax: (785) 537-6353
email: info@rileycountyfair.com
 
Riley County Fair Board
110 Courthouse Plaza
Manhattan, KS 66502
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