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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
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
Note: Please note: only parents and/or guardians with a wristband will be allowed backstage after the contest for contestant pick up.
- Any sundress or spring/summer dress (NO formals or semi-formals).
- Sneakers, sandals, or any shoe they feel comfortable walking in
- 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
Free Fair Flee Market Guidelines
For everything from antiques and vintage items to plants, produce, tools, sports memorabilia, clothes, toys, and so much more, the Fayette Flea Market truly offers something for everyone!
From coffee and drinks to tenderloins and fish sandwiches, we are always looking for new food vendors to join us. For more information, or to sign up to be a food vendor, call Danny at 765.309.1428
Fall Derby
- November 7
- 7PM
The Fayette County Free Fair Board and Rouse Promotions are excited to bring you an evening of crash up, smash up, derby fun!
Event Feature
For more information on classes and regulations, please visit Rouse Promotions on Facebook
Food Vendors
From tenderloins, fish sandwiches, and fried cheese and pickles to lemon shake ups, cotton candy, and corn dogs, you won't want to miss out on some delicious eats while you take in all that derby action!
Fair Parade
- July 31
- 6PM
4-H Livestock Auction
- July 31
- 6PM
Shouting out a big thank you to all our auction buyers. Thank you for helping to shape young lives. Looking to become an auction buyer and need more info, please call 765.580.5504.
4-H Livestock Shows and Exhibits
Pre-Fair, Judging Week, and Fair Week Schedules
Stop by the fair to see all the hard work, dedication, creativity, and passion the youth of Fayette County have for 4-H.
Versiti Blood Drive
Saving Lives Together, one donation at a time!
- Thursday, July 30
- 4-7pm
Become a Flea Market Vendor
- Thursdays
- Time here
Join us Every Thursday from May 7, 2026 through October 29, 2026, EXCEPT the week of July 30, 2026 (July 30, 2026). The market will be open from daylight until 1 pm and is located at 2690 Park Road, Connersville, IN
Thursdays, daylight to 1 PM
$10 for a 20′ X 24′ space
Saleable Items include things like antique and vintage items, clothing, toys, sporting equipment, tools, and more. No alcohol, vehicles or campers, guns, animals, pornography or elicit material of any kind.
For more information, please call Danny at 765.309.1428