The Maryland State Fair provides opportunities for 4-H members to showcase their project work to fair guests from all across Maryland and surrounding states. More than one-half million guests visit the fair each year.
Fondly known as the "12 Best Days of Summer", the State Fair is held during the last week of August through the first two weeks of September. The State Fairgrounds is located in Timonium, just west of Baltimore, and has been at this location for more than 125 years.
The 4-H program holds many events and activities during the annual fair, including:
- Animal shows for alpacas, beef, dairy, dogs, goats, horses, poultry, rabbits, sheep, swine, and others
- Non-livestock expositions including arts, clothing, foods, horticulture, photography, robotics, woodworking, and much more
- Judging Contests for dairy, goats, poultry livestock, rabbits, and horticulture
- Contests for bicycles, fashion review, small engines, tractor operators, and more
- Public speaking demonstrations
State Fair Links and Resources:
4-H/FFA Superintendents Lists
Maryland Guidelines for Exhibiting and Judging Agricultural Products
To enroll or re-enroll, go to:
How to Register for an Event in 4-H Online
4-H Youth Worker Opportunity
- 4-H Youth Worker Application (via Qualtrics)
- A Letter of Recommendation will be requested automatically from the 4-H Extension Educator in your county/city upon submission of the application
- 4-H Youth Worker Position Description