The Barnyard Olympics are alive and well in Porter County! Watch as each barn sends a crew of their own out into the arena to compete against other teams in a variety of exciting and funny games.
Watch as retired school buses make daredevil twists and turns around a figure 8 mud track. There is sure to be some close calls as drivers race to win. You may even witness a school bus on two wheels! Bring family and friends because it’s sure to be a wild ride!
If you haven't stuffed donuts in your mouth under a time constraint, then you haven't lived! It's no wonder then that we have no problem finding people who want to compete to see who can eat the most donuts in one sitting. Join in on the eating fun if you want to beat last year's donut-eating champion.
10 participants per age group:
8-12 years old (3-minute time limit)
13-16 years old (3-minute time limit)
17-19 years old (3-minute time limit)
20 and up (extra-space, 3-minute time limit)
Watch and smell as talented 4-H BBQ Chefs leave it all out on the grill!
Experience an evening of destruction, as vehicles crash into one another to see who can outlast the other. Events include – Regular Demolition Derby (Cars), Trucks and Vans, Figure 8, and Kids Power Wheels. There will be lots of noise and smoke at this night of destruction. View as a spectator or bring your car or truck and compete. Registration is allowed the day of show.
As the fair begins to wind down for the year, see the culmination of the livestock shows as they go to market. Support 4-H livestock project members and walk away with the nicest groceries you'll have all year! Special thank to Kraft Auction Service for volunteering their staff and auctioneers for this event.
Learn more about how you can bid on auction items and support 4-H livestock participants here.
Super Show Promotions presents a Tractor/Truck Pull Competition that’s sure to entertain the whole family! See three classes of tractors and two classes of trucks duke it out to see who has the most powerful motor at the fair.
Porter County’s cutest babies will strut their stuff on the Park Place Pavillion stage, with our judges having the toughest job in all the county: picking out the cutest kid of 2024!
Read the Rules and Regs and apply here!
4-H’ers put their engineering skills to the test! Registered members designed and built bridges working with the same provided materials and guidelines. The entries are judged on the quality of craftsmanship, sound structural design, and originality.
The best of the baking best are put up for sale during the 4-H Foods auction! Join us in the Park Place Pavillion to support the up and coming bakers in Porter County! Proceeds benefit the John Keller Memorial Scholarship. Special thanks to Kraft Auction Services for serving as our volunteer Auctioneer.
Who doesn't love a good, ol'fashioned apple-eating contest? Join in on the eating fun if you want to be this year's candy apple-eating champion. Register at the Fair Office.
10 participants per age group!
Group 1: Age 8-12
Group 2: Age 13-16
Group 3: Age 17-19
Group 4: Age 20+
Join us in the Patio Room of the recently-renovated Porter County Expo Center for the 2024 Miss Porter County Fair Queen Pageant as we watch Shelby Whitaker give her farewell speech and crown this year's Miss Porter County Fair. This year, the contest will be held prior to the Fair's start in the beautiful, air-conditioned Expo Center on the fairgrounds.
The Barnyard Olympics are alive and well in Porter County! Watch as each barn sends a crew of their own out into the arena to compete against other teams in a variety of exciting and funny games.
Watch as retired school buses make daredevil twists and turns around a figure 8 mud track. There is sure to be some close calls as drivers race to win. You may even witness a school bus on two wheels! Bring family and friends because it’s sure to be a wild ride!
If you haven't stuffed donuts in your mouth under a time constraint, then you haven't lived! It's no wonder then that we have no problem finding people who want to compete to see who can eat the most donuts in one sitting. Join in on the eating fun if you want to beat last year's donut eating champion.
10 participants per age group:
13-15 years old (3-minute time limit)
16-18 years old (3-minute time limit)
19 and up (extra-space, 3-minute time limit)
Watch and smell as talented 4-H BBQ Chefs leave it all out on the grill!
Experience an evening of destruction, as vehicles crash into one another to see who can outlast the other. Events include – Regular Demolition Derby (Cars), Trucks and Vans, Figure 8, and Kids Power Wheels. There will be lots of noise and smoke at this night of destruction. View as a spectator or bring your car or truck and compete. Registration is allowed the day of show.
The Best of the Fair, the FOOD! Join us in the Park Place Pavilion to find out who will take home the title and bragging rights of “Best of”….at the Porter County Fair!
Enjoy an evening of mud/dirt drag racing. Watch ATV’s of all sorts and pick-up trucks compete for cash prizes. View as Auto Cross -- It is like Moto Cross- but for Cars! Cars and SideXSides in separate classes. Go to "Demolition Derby & Drag Racing" on our website to review the rules and get involved. We double dare you.
As the fair begins to wind down for the year, see the culmination of the livestock shows as they go to market. Support 4-H livestock project members and walk away with the nicest groceries you'll have all year! Special thank to Kraft Auction Service for volunteering their staff and auctioneers for this event.
Learn more about how you can bid on auction items and support 4-H livestock participants here.
Super Show Promotions presents a Tractor/Truck Pull Competition that’s sure to entertain the whole family! See three classes of tractors and two classes of trucks duke it out to see who has the most powerful motor at the fair.
Prepare for a jaw-dropping experience like no other as Short Sleeve Sampson, Rob the Giant, Danika Della Rouge, Demus, Kikyo, Astrolux, JC Storm, Potro Romano, Valentina Loca, and an incredible lineup of superstar wrestlers converge at the Porter County Fair!
It's time to unleash your inner wrestling fanatic and let the electrifying energy of the Midget Wrestling Warriors sweep you off your feet! From gravity-defying acrobatics to bone-crushing slams, this action-packed event promises to leave you breathless. Watch in awe as our Midget Wrestling Warriors execute mind-boggling moves, showcasing their extraordinary strength, agility, and showmanship.
Featuring an unrivaled roster of top-tier talent, this wrestling extravaganza is guaranteed to take your adrenaline levels to new heights. Witness the unmatched skills of Short Sleeve Sampson, the pint-sized powerhouse, and Rob the Giant, the colossal titan who commands respect with every step. Brace yourself for the fierce presence of Danika Della Rouge, Demus, Kikyo, Astrolux, JC Storm, Potro Romano, Valentina Loca, and many more unforgettable names that will rock the ring.
The excitement begins as the bell rings at 7pm sharp! As the tension rises, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat, cheering for your favorite warriors and gasping at the unexpected twists and turns. Don't miss a single moment of this high-octane showdown that will keep you hooked until the final pinfall.
Who is the fairest babe of the land? See who will be named the first place winner for each age group, and then who will win Grand Champion overall. Think you have a cute baby? Enter your child by July 20 in to win.
Are you ready to enter your child? Find the form and additional information here.
The best of the baking best are put up for sale during the 4-H Foods auction! Join us in the Park Place Pavillion to support the up and coming bakers in Porter County! Proceeds benefit the John Keller Memorial Scholarship. Special thanks to Kraft Auction Services for serving as our volunteer Auctioneer.
Who doesn't love a good, ol'fashioned apple eating contest? Join in on the eating fun if you want to be this year's candy apple eating champion. Register at the Fair Office.
Did you know the fourth H stands for Healthy Living? Walk, run, or crawl your way around the Porter County Fair with the 4-H 4-Mile Hustle or the 1.5-Mile Hustle for Healthy Living.
Join us in the Patio Room of the recently-renovated Porter County Expo Center for the 2023 Miss Porter County Fair Queen Pageant as we watch Maddie Cary give her farewell speech and crown this year's Miss Porter County Fair. This year, the contest will be held prior to the Fair's start in the beautiful, air-conditioned Expo Center on the fairgrounds.
The Barnyard Olympics are alive and well in Porter County! Watch as each barn sends a crew of their own out into the arena to compete against other teams in a variety of exciting and funny games. We also recognize our fellow 4Hers who have been members for 10 years!
The Barnyard Olympics are alive and well in Porter County! Watch as each barn sends a crew of their own out into the arena to compete against other teams in a variety of exciting and funny games. We also recognize our fellow 4-Hers who have graduated in 2022.
Watch as retired school buses make daredevil twists and turns around a figure 8 mud track. There is sure to be some close calls as drivers race to win. You may even witness a school bus on two wheels! Bring family and friends because it’s sure to be a wild ride!
