About this event
The Open Poultry Shows at the Oklahoma State Fair are two back-to-back shows, A and B, held in Barn 4 at OKC Fair Park, 3001 General Pershing Blvd, Oklahoma City. They are OSF shows open to exhibitors of any age and any state. The 2026 judges were Jeff Halbach of Waterford, Wisconsin; Michael Sayre of Holland, Ohio; and Phillip Bartz of Murrayville, Illinois.
Dates, deadlines and schedule
- Birds may arrive: Friday, September 25 from 8 a.m.
- In place: Friday, September 25 by 2 p.m., on arrival check-in
- Youth Poultry Showmanship: Friday, September 25 at 5 p.m., Barn 3 Auditorium
- Rooster Crowing Contest: Friday, September 25 at 7 p.m., Barn 3 Auditorium
- Open Poultry Show A: Saturday, September 26 at 10 a.m.
- Open Poultry Show B: Sunday, September 27 at 10 a.m.
Poultry entries are $8 per head. The guide says open poultry has its own deadline exceptions in an individual competition guide rather than the August 21 livestock deadline, so confirm with the fair.
Every date on this page is from the 2026 edition, which has now been held. The 2027 dates were not yet published in the sources checked, so treat the pattern below as a guide and confirm the new schedule before you plan a trip.
Health requirements
- In-state birds must either be NPIP certified, with a copy of the certificate on hand, or have a negative pullorum-typhoid test under 90 days old, a permanent leg or wing band and a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection within 30 days.
- Out-of-state birds must be NPIP certified with a Form 9-3 under 30 days old, or have a negative PT test under 90 days, a band and a CVI under 30 days.
- Questions go to the State Veterinarian's office at 405-522-6141.
Getting there
Poultry stalls in Barn 4. Animal arrival at Gate 7 runs 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Friday, with no arrival on Saturday, September 26. Gates close for livestock move-in at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, and animals are released after their show is complete.
Official links
Oklahoma County and State Fairs: The Essentials
Most Oklahoma counties hold a county or free fair, usually run by the local OSU Extension office and a fair board. A fair book (premium list) sets the divisions, entry dates and rules, and many fairs combine open class, 4-H and FFA entries.
Examples
The 2026 Oklahoma County Free Fair book says admission is free and no entry fee is charged. Junior livestock exhibitors must be 8 by July 1 and be 4-H or FFA members, and junior livestock class premiums run from $40 to $15, with $200 for grand champion. Wagoner County requires original health documents current within 30 days, and a written protest needs a $100 deposit. Tulsa County's fair started in 1903 and offers ribbons for first through fifth place.
State fair
The 2026 Oklahoma State Fair runs September 17-27. Livestock entries have separate deadlines, such as August 21 for 2026 junior steers, so read the guide for your species. Check your county's fair book for current dates.
Read the full guide: Oklahoma County and State Fairs: What to Expect
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Oklahoma City, OK | Organizer: Oklahoma Farm Bureau Official event details
Listing checked Nov. 11, 2026 against this source. Details can change; confirm with the organizer.