SPECIAL CONTESTS - 2009 NEVADA COUNTY FAIR:

Entry forms and information for special contests. See the entry forms for entry fees and deadlines. To enter contests, download the entry form and bring it into the Fair Office or mail the form, along with the fees, to the Fair Office.

SPECIAL CONTESTS - ADULTS:

  Idol Competition, August 12 [entry form]

Idol Competition. Do you love to sing? If so, the Nevada County Fair is looking for talented vocalists to sing in the Nevada County Fair’s “Hare’s A Magical” Idol Competition at this year’s Fair.

• Wednesday, August 12, at 8 pm on the Pine Tree Stage
• entries close on Friday, August 7 at 5 pm
• The entry fee is only $5
• For ages between 16 and 28
• Judged by a panel of local celebrities

Nevada County residents between the ages of 16 and 28 are invited to participate in this crowd favorite on Wednesday, August 12, at 8 pm on the Pine Tree Stage at the Fairgrounds. The grand prize is $100, as well as a paid entry fee of $250 into the State Fair’s “Talent Star Search” competition in Sacramento.
 
Singers will be judged by a panel of local celebrities, who will narrow it down to three finalists. Audience members will then vote with quarters for the grand prize winner. The quarters will be weighed on stage and the winner will be announced that night. All quarters collected will be donated to the non-profit of the winner’s choice.
 
Early entry is encouraged, as there are only a limited number of spaces available. The entry fee is only $5, and entries close on Friday, August 7 at 5 pm. All contestants will receive a free admission pass to the Fair on Wednesday, and 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive Fair packages that include Fair admission, parking and arena tickets.
 
A complete list of rules and a registration form can be obtained here or by e-mail to Debby at debby@nevadacountyfair.com

  Calf Scramble, August 12 & 13 [entry form]
[more info]

  Mutton Bustin', August 12 & 13 [entry form]
[more info]

  Barbershop Quartet, August 16 [entry form]
[more info]

  Diaper Derby, August 16 [entry form]
[more info]

  Locks of Love, August 15 [entry form]
[more info]

  Rock Band 2, August 15 [entry form]
[more info]

  Just Call Me Martha, August 12 [entry form]
[more info]

  Gift Wrap, August 12 [entry form]
[more info]

  Body Art Competition, August 16 [entry form]
[more info]

SPECIAL CONTESTS - YOUTH & TEENS:

  Text Messaging Speed Contest, August 14 [entry form]
[more info]

  Magic Contest, August 13 [entry form]
[more info]