Along with exciting concerts, livestock competitions, rodeos, and annual fair fun, the 150th Colorado State Fair is scheduled to host 20 general entry and fine arts contests for both adults and children. From fine art to farm and garden contests, the State Fair showcases talent from some of the finest artists, artisans, bakers, and gardeners across Colorado.
The general entry office closes for entries this Wednesday, July 20, 2022, and online entries close this Friday, July 22, 2022. Coloradans from across the state are encouraged to put their best foot forward and submit their creations. Items will be judged by experts in the relevant art/craft/hobby and winners will be revealed on the first day of the fair.
General Entry and Fine Arts categories include:
- Amateur Art
- Arts and Crafts
- Dolls
- FFA Ag Mechanics
- Fine Arts
- Floriculture
- Needle Arts
- Pantry
- Porcelain Art
- Quilts
- Farm and Garden
The Special Contests category includes unique and fun competitions such as:
- Poetry
- Coloring for all ages
- Pet Rock
- Funniest Pet Photo
- Fruity Cookie
The special contests category also includes a “fruity cookie” baking competition sponsored by King Arthur Flour, where home bakers are asked to bake the most beautiful and delicious dessert. Creations will be judged on appearance, creativity, and taste.
More Information on each category, including specific entry requirements, can be found here.
Contest winners will be showcased during the entire 11 days of the 2022 Colorado State Fair in the Creative Arts and Fine Arts Buildings. Visit the Colorado State Fair website for additional details.
Fair guests can view all entries and blue-ribbon winners with general gate admission. General admission includes access to general entry contests, free family attractions, livestock and horse shows, and more. Carnival wristbands, ticketed special events, and concerts are sold separately.
The Colorado State Fair is scheduled to return as the State’s premier family event from August 26, 2022 – September 5, 2022. For additional information, visit the Colorado State Fair website, the State Fair Facebook account, or call 719-561-8484.
About the Colorado State Fair: The Colorado State Fair is an annual event held in Pueblo, Colorado that creates an entertaining, inspiring, and educational inter-generational experience highlighting the preservation, promotion, and exposition of our State’s vibrant and diverse agriculture, industry, and culture.
–Olga Robak, Colorado Department of Agriculture