Open Class

OPEN CLASS PREMIUM BOOK

2023 OC Premium Book

Be a part of the 2023 Central States Fair! "We showcase agriculture, tourism, and our community." Open Class exhibits are a perfect example of this mission! Everyone is welcome to enter. We love to see the open Class buildings brimming with your accomplishments and talents for fairgoers of all ages to enjoy. It's amazing to see all the creativity and talent.

NEW in 2023 Open Class

NO MORE EXHIBITOR NUMBERS!
New, consistent age/skill levels in each Department.
Consolidation of some Divisions into Departments.
Consolidation of Departments into only three buildings (Fine Arts, Creative Arts, and the Horticulture buildings),

Deadlines

August 2 ~ Literary: entries due no later than Wednesday, August 2, (9am-3pm) in the Fair office (800 San Francisco St.)
August 17 & 18 ~ All other Open Class entries due: Thursday, August 17, 4-7pm and Friday, August 18 (9am-12pm) at appropriate buildings. Rabbit, Cavy and Poultry - cancelled.
August 18 ~ China Painting entries due Friday, August 18 (8am-12pm).
August 19 ~ Judging: Friday, August 19, 1pm. Closed to the public.
August 19-26, 12-7pm daily ~ Exhibit Buildings open to public.
August 23, 4-7pm ~ Horticulture release and pick up.
August 27, 12-2pm: Entry release and pick up.
August 27, 12-2pm: Premium pick up in the Fine Arts building, 12-2pm ONLY. Exhibits and premiums not claimed by 2pm on August 27 are forfeited and become the property of Central States Fair, Inc.

Class Cancellations

NOTICE:

PHOTOGRAPHY
FINE ARTS
DECORATIVE AND TOLE PAINTING

are cancelled unless superintendents can be found for these divisions.

Please contact the Fair office for the status of these divisions (605.355.3861).