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Go to www.bentoncountyfairar.org for the latest information about 2023 fair exhibitor categories including everything from baby and beauty contests to home goods to art and photography, flowers and vegetables as well as baked goods AND MORE. 4H and FFA membership is NOT required to enter non-livestock Fair Exhibits. Youth entering the Junior Show must be a member of 4-H or FFA. To enter the fair as an exhibitor in any category as well as participate in many special events please visit https://bentonar.fairwire.com/. If you are a family or a group of multiple exhibitors, sign in as a Quick Group in ShoWorks so you can checkout in the same cart. Once you establish an account in ShoWorks keep your username and password in a safe place so you can update entries and avoid creating multiple accounts. However, if you do forget your password use the password help or forgot password button. Please do not create a new account. Jackie Griffin, ShoWorks Manager can help with any questions 479-524-7784. Please like us on Facebook to get updates about the schedule for the fair, and events at the Benton County Fairgrounds year-round. Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about exhibiting at the Fair to help you plan: When do I need to bring my items to the Exhibit Hall to check in? Dates and times vary but generally entries in the Exhibit Hall are not due until the day(s) and hours before the fair. This information will be available soon when the master schedule is released. Livestock rules vary too. Please contact Charlene Newell at 479-644-5859 about livestock entries. How do I enter as an exhibitor at the Fair? To enter the fair as an exhibitor in any category visit https://bentonar.fairwire.com. If you are a family or a group of multiple exhibitors, sign in as a Quick Group in Showorks so you can checkout in the same cart. How much does it cost to enter? Livestock and special event entry fees vary, but it's FREE to exhibit in many categories such as home arts, photography, agronomy, gardening, food prep and preservation. Please be mindful late entry fees also may apply, however. Can professionals enter the fair? Some departments may accept professional work, but generally the fair is focused on promoting the work of nonprofessionals and youth to help develop those life skills and showcase them. Do you need to be a member of the 4H or FFA? Not if you are entering departments within the Exhibit Hall. Livestock entries do require membership to 4H or FFA. This ensures participants are getting advice and guidance from mentors or teachers with training in agriculture and experience in raising livestock. How can I learn more about participating in the Fair? Check our facebook page for access to a recorded webinar. Contact info@bentoncountyfairar.org Benton County Fair Exhibitor Information 2023 12 2023 Benton County Fair