Tuscarawas County Fair
September 21-27, 2026
This page is for Junior Fair activities only!
Visit the Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds web site for non-Junior Fair information (entrance passes, entertainment, open class, vendors, camping, etc.).
Click here for Junior Fair newsletter updates.
On this page:
- DUNF Info
- Fair Entry
- 4-H Booths
- Junior Fair Awards Sponsorship
- Potential New Buyers Pass Request Form
- Animal and Me Show
- Market Livestock Judging Contest
- Clover Café
- Parking Passes
- Cloverbud Activities
drug use notification forms (dunf's)
Every year, our exhibitors with market animals or animals in lactation (during exhibition) are required by the Ohio Department of Agriculture to fill out a Drug Use Notification Form (DUNF). DUNF’s will be online only. Due to stricter regulations now in place regarding completion of the DUNF, we are no longer able to correct/update forms once they have been submitted. We STRONGLY encourage you to wait until the morning of check-in or until you have reached the fairgrounds to complete the form. We will have iPads available at the fair for you to use to complete the DUNF. If may also be completed on your cell phone. Click here for the 2026 DUNF - coming soon!
Fair Entry
Tuscarawas County Junior Fair Entries are due by 11:59 p.m. August 7, 2026. All entries must be made through the website (when available). Recommended browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari. Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge likely will not work.
Log in using your 4-H Online log-in username and password. The FairEntry system is linked to 4-H Online; ALL YOUTH ALREADY HAVE FAIR ENTRY PROFILES. Do NOT create a "new" exhibitor! More information can be found in the newsletter that will be sent to all families.
All fair entries - including showmanship and Bred/Born/Raised classes - must be entered online through FairEntry by 11:59 PM August 7, 2026. A grace period with a $100 per class entry fee will be extended from August 8 until 11:59 PM August 14. No entries accepted after 11:59 PM August 14. The fee must be paid before the entries will be approved in the FairEntry system.
Fair 4-H Booths
Fair booths are assigned based on club size/project enrollment; space requested was not guaranteed. Priority given to clubs returning form by date due.
Submit your Booth Request online at go.osu.edu/Tusc4-HFairBoothRequest (preferred method). Required for all clubs regardless of need.
2026 Booth Request Form - required for all clubs regardless of need. Print and turn in form to the Extension office - mail, in-person, or drop box (available 24/7). No forms accepted at Interview Judging!
2026 Fair Booth Exhibit Information (includes set-up/release, building requirements, general display information, and Ohio Fire Code guidelines)
- NOTE: Please be aware there will be no booth set up in the Grange Building on Sunday, September 20 from 1:00-5:00 p.m.
2026 Commercial Building Booth Map (updated 11:45 AM 9/2/2026)
2026 Grange Building Booth Map
Any booth assignment questions are to be directed to Chris Kendle.
Junior Fair Awards Sponsorship
Each year, the Tuscarawas County 4-H Program seeks sponsors for 4-H member fair trophies, awards, and plaques. Your support of our youth would be greatly appreciated! Requests can be submitted online at go.osu.edu/tuscjrfairawardsponsorship by July 1, 2026. After that date, awards will be open and sponsorships filled on a first-come, first-sponsored basis.
We will be using banners for classes, divisions, and championships.
Please note: We will make every attempt to honor your requests, but cannot guarantee that your selections will be fulfilled.
Potential New Buyers Pass Request Form
If an individual/company purchased at the 2025 Junior Fair Sale, a 2026 sale packet which includes passes, will be mailed to them a few weeks before fair. Do not complete this form for last year's buyers. This completed request form is due no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 7, 2026. Forms can be copied as needed. Call-in requests will not be taken as we need the completed form (with signature of the potential buyer). This form is used for all sales - large, small, and dairy.
Buyers information and passes were mailed September 1, 2026. If you require a buyers packet for a potential new buyer, you must stop at our office to pick up and deliver. We will not be mailing any more packets for this year's fair.
animal and me show
Friday, September 25, 2026 - 6 PM
Main Show Arena
(During the Tuscarawas County Fair)
The Animal and Me Show is where special needs individuals (ages 8 and older) get a chance to shine! This show ensures all individuals, including those with special needs, have the opportunity to experience an animal project. 4-H members play a key role by using their animal projects to mentor and support those with special needs in the show ring.
Participants will receive a gift and be recognized at the end of the show.
Show is limited to 30 participants.
Click here for the Flyer with complete information including the Mentor and Participant entry forms.
Market Livestock Judging Contest
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Registration Deadline 9:30 AM day of Contest; Contest begins at 10:00 AM
Register at Weaver barn outside arena.
Main Show Arena, Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds
The contest is open to all 2026 4-H and FFA members, clubs, and chapters in Ohio. View the flyer for detailed Contest information.
Click here for the flyer and registration form.
Clover CafÉ
The Clover Café (open during the Tuscarawas County Fair) is our county 4-H program's ONLY countywide fundraiser, and we need the support of our entire 4-H community to make it a success. The funds raised allows the Tuscarawas County 4-H Committee to help fund enrollment materials, Interview Judging, 4-H Fun Day, camps, awards/recognition pins, Older Youth trips/scholarships, and other activities.
Volunteers are always needed at the Café during the Tuscarawas County Fair! Sign up to work a shift either as an individual, a family, or a club activity! All ages (Cloverbud age and older) can help!
Clubs wishing to purchase prepaid Clover Café vouchers ($5 per voucher) can do so during wristband pick up. Vouchers are a great way to support the Café while feeding your hungry club members!
New for 2026: Everyone who works a full shift in the Café will receive a voucher for your choice of:
- Camp credit
- Project book credit
- Café coupon
- Donation to your FFA chapter
Click here to sign up as a Clover Cafe volunteer.
Have questions? Interested in serving as a shift supervisor or cashier? Contact Diane Glazer at 330-260-0760. A shift supervisor training will take place prior to fair.
2026 Beverage Schedule - Our beverage costs are reduced by asking each club to bring the assigned number of 12-packs. The amount assigned per club is based on the total number of members in your club. Clubs can decide how to fulfill the request. Remember, the Café is counting on your donation! Beverages will be collected at the Clover Café during wristband distribution.
Parking Passes
TMK has generously sponsored one fair parking pass per family again this year (only families with horses or livestock at the fair). These passes can be picked up during wristband distribution. Individuals wishing to purchase an additional parking pass (one additional pass per family) may do so at the Senior Fair Board office for $20. For additional information, please refer to the August 25 4-H Newsletter.
Cloverbud Activities
Saturday, September 20 at 10:00 AM is Cloverbud Day at the fair! Register your Cloverbud for the Cloverbud Roundup at http://go.osu.edu/2024cloverbudroundup. Cloverbuds who will be moving up to project member status are invited to participate in our Cloverbud Graduation on Saturday, September 20 at 11:30 AM. Please register at the following link by Friday, September 19 at 4pm.They will receive a certificate, graduation cap, and goodie bag. LINK: http://go.osu.edu/cbgrad