WELCOME TO MCHENRY COUNTY 4-H FAIR ENTRY!

The McHenry County 4-H Show offers an excellent opportunity for 4-H members to grow and learn by sharing the knowledge they have gained through their project work.

4-H fair judging also provides youth with a chance to receive positive feedback, develop communication skills, and build self-confidence. Our goal is for every 4-H member to have a successful and rewarding exhibit experience!

Getting Started

To register in FairEntry, you will need to:

  • Log in using the FairEntry account you created last year, or
  • Create a new FairEntry account and password if you do not already have one.
  • Instructions

Please refer to the 2026 Show Book for:

  • Exhibit classes
  • Rules and regulations
  • Important dates and times
  • Additional project requirements

Project Enrollment Reminder

Members should enter exhibits at the same level in which they are enrolled in 4-H ZSuite.
Example: If you are enrolled in Cooking 101, be sure to register for Cooking 101 in FairEntry.

You may see multiple levels listed, so please double-check that you select the correct one. If you are unsure which level you are enrolled in, review your projects in your 4-H ZSuite account.

Important Deadlines

  • All projects: Due by midnight, June 22, 2026
  • Horse Show Classes and Cloverbuds only: Due by July 15, 2026

Need Help?

If you have questions, please contact the McHenry County Extension Office at 815-338-3737.

How would you like to participate?

  • As an Exhibitor

  • As Fair Staff/Volunteer