Thursday, August 31: Animal Check-ins and Indoor Exhibits
• 9:00 AM: 4-H and FFA kids check in their animals.
• Acceptance of indoor exhibits, including baked goods, flowers, sewing, quilting, welding projects, and more.
• Preparation for a weekend of community engagement and exhibits.
Friday, September 1: Exhibits and Animal Shows
• 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Vendor booths open.
• 10:00 AM: Indoor exhibit judging begins.
• 1:00 PM: Market Lamb Show followed by Booster Lamb Show and County Bred and Breeding Show.
• 2:00 PM: 4-H exhibits open.
• 3:00 PM: Market Goat Show followed by County Bred and Breeding Show.
• 4:30 PM: Rabbit and Poultry Show.
• Afternoon: Community cakewalk, featuring numerous homemade cakes.
• Evening: Enjoy diverse exhibits and animal showcases.
Saturday, September 2: Rodeo and Family Activities
• 10:00 AM: Open Exhibits building opens, displaying crafts and baked goods.
• 11:00 AM: Pet show begins, followed by an animal costume contest.
• Stick horse race for youth with buckles as prizes.
• Afternoon: Market Beef Show.
• 5:00 PM: Basket bingo featuring prizes and gifts from supporters.
• Evening: Youth dance to support the new Grants FFA program.
Sunday, September 3: Contests and Junior Livestock Sell
• 9:00 AM: Public Speaking Contest.
• 10:00 AM: 4-H games commence.
• 1:00 PM: Junior Livestock Sell, a culmination of the fair where businesses and supporters purchase livestock from participating youth.
• Grace Tsosie Memorial Rope to End Alzheimer’s Breakaway Jackpot rodeo at 1:00 PM.
• 7:00 PM: Deadline for all animal paperwork.
Monday, September 4: Conclusion and Rodeo
• Release day: Exhibitors can pick up their exhibits.
• 10:00 AM: Rodeo event.
Throughout the Fair:
• Diverse exhibits, showcasing community talents and craftsmanship.
• Animal shows including market lamb, market goat, market beef, rabbit, and poultry.
• FFA exhibits, promoting agricultural awareness and skills.
• Collaborative efforts with the Prewitt Roping Club, enhancing the rodeo experience.
• Community engagement, fostering connections between Cibola and McKinley counties.
• Emphasis on inclusivity with sponsors covering admission charges on different days.
• Celebration of traditions while looking toward the future.
The Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, offers a packed schedule of engaging events, exhibits, and activities for participants and visitors from diverse backgrounds to enjoy. It's a testament to the enduring community spirit that has sustained this tradition for 54 years.