Join San Miguel Basin County Fair Event
Catch-a-Chicken
Catch-a-Chicken
Catch-a-Chicken
Do you have what it takes to catch a chicken? This exciting and fast-paced event is open to kids ages 4 to 8—whether you're enrolled in 4-H/FFA or not! Participants will have the chance to chase and catch a lively chicken in the arena, creating memories to last a lifetime.
The winner will have the opportunity to either keep the chicken they caught or receive a gift certificate to a local hatchery to purchase chicks to raise and show at next years San Miguel Basin Fair.
Sign up online at least one week prior to the event!
Catch-a-Heifer
Catch-a-Chicken
Catch-a-Chicken
The Catch a Heifer Contest gives youth the exciting chance to win a donated heifer and start their journey in the 4-H Breeding Heifer Project! Participants must be between 8 and 17 years old as of December 31 of the current year, enrolled in 4-H or FFA by that date, and residents of San Miguel or West End Montrose County. A maximum of 10 participants can compete, and if more than 10 apply, contestants will be selected through a random drawing.
Winners must enroll in the 4-H Breeding Heifer Project and fulfill all requirements, including showing the heifer at the following year’s San Miguel Basin Fair in the Breeding Heifer class and completing a Breeding Heifer record book. Heifers will be assigned to winners by random drawing, and full ownership will be granted once all contest requirements are met. This is an incredible opportunity to connect with local agriculture, build skills, and take on a fun and rewarding challenge!
Sign up online at least one week prior to the event!
Jr Livestock Sale BBQ Lunch
Kick off the excitement of the Junior Livestock Sale with a delicious BBQ lunch! Held just before the sale on the final day of the fair, this community event is the perfect way to enjoy local BBQ, meet the hardworking exhibitors, and check out the incredible animals that are about to sell.
Whether you're a seasoned buyer or new to the sale, you can also sign up for a buyer’s number while you’re there. Everyone is welcome—don’t miss this fun and flavorful way to support local youth and agriculture!
Tickets sold at the door!
Family Dance
Wrap up another incredible San Miguel Basin Fair with the always lively Family Dance! Held after the Junior Livestock Sale, this fun-filled evening is the perfect way to celebrate a successful week. Bring your family and friends, kick up your boots, and enjoy live music from an amazing band that will keep you dancing all night long.
Free to the public!