The Kanabec County Fair gives local 4-H members a chance to showcase the skills and talents they’ve developed throughout the year — bringing youth, families, and the wider community together in celebration of that hard work.

4-H youth are organized into two groups. Cloverbuds (grades K–2) focus on hands-on fun and foundational learning; all Cloverbud exhibitors receive a multi-color ribbon recognizing their participation. Youth members (grade 3 through one year post-high school) work toward mastery under screened volunteer leaders, competing for white, red, and blue ribbons as well as Reserve and Grand Champion honors.

Top achievers who meet eligibility requirements may advance to regional and state competitions, including the Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota State 4-H Horse Show, State 4-H Dog Show, and Northeast Livestock Show — held late August through September.