Queen Kelsie Beacham (left)
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Attendant Emily Mosciski (right)

Shiawassee County Fair

 

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The first Shiawassee County Fair on record was held in 1850; it was the beginning of what has become a great tradition. The format has changed over the years; some years were missed due to the economy, some due to war, but it is truly an important part of the lives of many Shiawassee County residents. The fairgrounds on Hibbard Road just outside of Corunna was first used in 1988 and has grown into a beautiful facility housing activities that begin in April and continue into October, including horse shows, craft fairs, auctions, and a variety of other entertaining events.
 

The Shiawassee County Fair is a Youth Fair, highlighting projects exhibited by 4-H Club members, FFA Chapter members, and other youth from throughout the county. Some of the projects will be auctioned at the end of the fair, in many cases helping to fund higher education for the hard working youth exhibitors.

Shiawassee County Fair Exhibits - 2009

Shiawassee County Fair 2009 will be held August 9-15th. Mark your calendar now! It's a good time to begin to think about crafts or projects that you want to exhibit. Fairbooks will be available the first week in May; entries will be accepted through June 26th.
(late entries: July 10th)

Would you like to rent a space in the Commercial Building in 2009 to advertise your business or market your products? Space is currently available and we have started a waiting list - it isn't too early to call. Please contact the Fair Office if you have questions.

Shiawassee County Fair - Friends, Family, Fun!!

The Fair T-shirt in "hot" new colors was so popular last year that we sold out! We have a new group of shirts in now in great, bright colors and in all sizes. Hats and insulated mugs are available, too. What a great idea for gifts!! Stop in and shop at the Fair Office! We plan to have other merchandise as fair time approaches.

* NEW IN 2009 - KID'S DAY AND Y.E.A. DAY - NOW ON THURSDAY

TrainFestival 2009 Camping July 23-26, 2009
click here for details

• Fair Entries •

Fairbooks (the Exhibitor's Guides) will be available as of May 4th in the Fair Office.
Entries will be accepted in the office beginning May 11th at 9:00 a.m. The deadline for regular entries is June 26th at 5:00 p.m. Late entries will be accepted until July 10th at 5:00 p.m. (New in 2007: All fees for late entries will be doubled, up to $30.00)
 

Click Here to download the 2009 Fair Entry Form.

Click Here to download the Directions to the Fairgrounds

BUDGET CUTS AFFECT THE SHIAWASSEE COUNTY FAIR

    The recent cuts in the state budget have had a profound effect on all of the residents of Michigan. It goes without saying that everyone is making adjustments in their lifestyle and their spending habits. The Shiawassee County Fair is no exception. Due to the recent elimination of premium funding by the State of Michigan (the State paid approximately 66% of the premiums the exhibitors received), the Fair has also had to make adjustments in spending.

     The Board of Directors of the Shiawassee County Agricultural Society met on May 26th  to look at the most appropriate response to this difficult situation. The well-being of all exhibitors and the longevity of the fair itself were the two main priorities; the discussion was intense. The final decision of the Board was that the premiums to be paid for the 2009 Shiawassee County Fair will be 50% of what has been paid in the past. Following the Fair, the Board will meet again to look at options for the future. We ask for your understanding and for your continuing support of your fair.

It's not too early to begin planning to support the youth livestock producers of our county. They will auction their projects at the above times and will appreciate your bid!

The Shiawassee County Agricultural Society is the organization that owns and directs the Shiawassee County Fairgrounds. Membership is open to anyone living in Shiawassee County with an interest in supporting the Fairgrounds and the activities that take place on the grounds throughout the year.

Shiawassee County Agricultural Society Annual Dinner /Meeting

The Shiawassee County Agricultural Society Annual Dinner/Meeting will be held December 6, 2009 at the ZCBJ Hall on Aiken St., Owosso. A social hour will take place at 12:00 p.m. with dinner at 1:00p.m.; a short business meeting will follow. There will be an election of fair board directors during the meeting. Society membership is $3.00 per person or $5.00 per couple and you must be a member to vote. Dinner reservations can be made by calling the Fair Office at 989-743-3611.