How to Enter
Entry Windows for the 2026 SEYF are as follows:
MARKET ANIMALS (only) =
September 2 to Spetember 16
ALL OTHER SEYF ENTRIES =
November 4 to November 18
PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE DURING THOSE DATES!
Criteria to Enter:
- Exhibitor must be 8-18 years old (5-7 for Watch Me Grow)
- Exhibitors age 8-10 before Sept 1 are JUNIORS
- Exhibitors age 11-13 before Sept 1 are INTERMEDIATE
- Exhibitors age 14-18 before Sept 1 are SENIORS
- Exhibitor MUST live in or attend a school in Marion County
- If you go to an out-of-county school OR are homeschooled, you will be required to show proof of Marion County residency.
- Exhibitor must be an active member – in good standing – in FFA or 4-H
- Exhibitor must complete entry forms and pay all necessary fees & mandatory trainings by deadline
All Entry Fees:
Entry FEES are due September 16th for market animals and November 18th for all other Fair entries.
