Frequently Asked Questions
About the State Fair
When is the Mississippi State Fair usually held?
The
fair dates are normally the first two weeks of October.
Are 4-H members admitted free on 4-H Day?
All
4-H members, leaders and agents are admitted free on 4-H Day
between 8 a.m. and 12 noon.
What is the purpose of the 4-H Village?
The
purpose of the 4-H Village is to allow 4-H members a place
to display exhibits they have made through their 4-H project
work. Each 4-H'er can submit items through their county
extension program to be judged and those winning items are
sent to the State Fair for display.
When are the exhibits judged and what are the premiums?
Exhibits
are usually judged the day before the fair actually opens.
Each exhibit receives a ribbon which are blue, red, and
white. Premiums are paid for each ribbon color. Blue is the
higher quality, red next and then white being the lower end
of the quality scale.
