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Fayette County Fair Queen Contest
APPLICATIONS DUE JUNE 1ST
We’re so excited you’re interested in being part of the Queen Contest! Below is everything you need to know to feel prepared and confident.
Contest Week Schedule
- Monday, June 22
- 6:00 PM (required practice)
- Tuesday, June 23
- 6:00 PM (required practice)
- Thursday, June 25
- 6:00 PM (optional)
- You can help with Junior Miss practice if you’d like
- We’ll have a final run-through after Junior Miss practice
QUEEN CONTEST
- Saturday, June 27
- 6:00 PM (required practice)
- Connersville High School Auditorium
- Interviews will be in the afternoon (around 2 PM, depending on contestants)
- You’ll have time on stage before and after your interview for a quick walk-through
- Please note: Because you will be elevated on stage, choose formal wear that provides appropriate coverage and confidence from all viewpoints.
- Practice: T-shirt (provided), black pants, sneakers (wear for first stage appearance)
- Business wear: pants, knee-length skirt, or knee-length dress (Interview & Question)
- If you choose to wear heels, they must be 3 inches or shorter
- Formal wear: your evening gown
- Please note: Because you will be elevated on stage, choose formal wear that provides appropriate coverage and confidence from all viewpoints.
- A headshot (a selfie is totally fine—we’ll help format it)
- Your completed form
- Remember: what you submit goes directly to the judges
Follow us on Instagram at fayettecountyfreefairqueen or scan the QR Code
Who is eligible to run: young ladies, ages 17-21
Queen will receive a $500 scholarship; 1st and 2nd runners up will each receive a $250 scholarship
Miss Congeniality – voted on by fellow contestants
Date of Contest: Saturday, June 27; start time 6 pm
Location of Contest: Connersville High School Auditorium, 1100 Spartan Drive, Connersville, IN 47331
For more information, email fayettecofreefairqueen@gmail.co or call 765.993.1138
Fayette County Fair Junior Miss Contest
APPLICATIONS DUE JUNE 1ST
We’re so glad you’re joining Junior Miss! This is a fun and exciting experience, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Call Out Meeting
- Monday, May 11
- Expo Hall/Centennial Room
Practice Schedule
- Thursday, June 25
- 6:00 PM
- Queen contestants may be there to help you practice
Contest Day
- Friday, June 26
- Connersville High School Auditorium
- You’ll get a chance to walk the stage before and after your interview
- Practice: T-shirt (provided), black pants, sneakers (Question 1 Session)
- Change into dress outfit (Question 2 Session)
- Junior Miss winner will be recognized on stage with the newly named queen and the court during the Queen Contest on June 27th.
- All contestants are invited to attend and sit in a designated spot during the queen contest.
Most importantly—have fun, be yourself, and enjoy the experience!
Follow us on Instagram at fayettecountyfreefairqueen or scan the QR Code
Who is eligible to run: young lades ages 9-12
Date of Contest: Friday, June 26; start time 6 pm
Location of Contest: Connersville High School Auditorium, 1100 Spartan Drive, Connersville, IN 47331
For more information, email fayettecofreefairqueen@gmail.co or call 765.993.1138
Fayette Fair Flea Market
Treasure Hunt Thursdays at the Fairgrounds!
- Every Thursday, May 7, 2026 - October 29, 2026
- Daylight - 1pm
- 2690 Park Road, Connersville, IN 47331
NOTE: No market the week of July 30, 2026
Fall Derby
- November 7
- 7PM
Join us in the grandstands or down in the pits on Saturday, November 7 at 7 pm for an exciting night of roaring engines and metal bending collisions!
Event Feature
For more information, follow Rouse Promotions on FB
Food Vendors
From tenderloins, fish, fried cheese, corn dogs, lemon shake ups, and more, delicious food trucks and vendors will be on site all evening.
Building Rental
For more information on rental of our spacious buildings and grounds, please contact Mr. Danny Grubbs at 765.309.1428.
Facilities available include: a large exposition hall, multiple livestock barns, 2 show rings, and on site camping.
Exposition Hall rental is $800 for weekend days. For weekday rates and availability, please contact Mr. Danny Grubbs at 765.309.1428.
Perfect facilities for livestock shows, trade and vendor shows, receptions, parties, and more…
Address
Fayette County Free Fair Association
P.O. Box 20
Connersville, IN 47331
Questions or more information
Danny Grubbs, Fayette Co. Free Fair Board President
Call: 765.309.1428
Email: grubbsshowcattle1400@gmail.com
Fair Week Events
Family, Friends, and Memories…the traditions runs deep.
