denver 4-h
Everything from rocket science to chickens! visit us at the kids zone!
live contest categories
We're famous for our innovative live contest categories -- and we've got all the traditional favorites too!
cake decorating LIVE | creative cooking LIVE | speech | open mic | playwriting | rocketry | animals | hula hooping | bug eating | and more!
live contests
Join the fun! We have hundreds of live contests throughout our 3 days.
Full Contest List
Pie Eating, Bug Eating, Hot Dog Eating
+Watermelon Eating
Cake Decorating
Spelling Bee
Beard/Mustache
Tattoo
Hula Hoop
Brain Freeze + More!
Beer & Wine Fest
presented by Anthony's Pizza & Pasta
July 14, 4-7 p.m. Unlimited pours for just $20 -- includes Grounds Admission
2018 Beer Fest Winner
Congratulations to Wibby Brewing from Longmont for winning the 2017 + 2018 DCF Beer & Wine Fest People's Choice!
You can taste their winning brew on tap at this years fair.
Fair Hours
Friday, July 13
Market Hours + Indoor Events: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Carnival Hours: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday, July 14
Market Hours + Indoor Events: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Carnival Hours: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday, July 15
Market Hours + Indoor Events: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Carnival Hours: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.