What the Sanpete County Fair Is
The Sanpete County Fair is a six-day county fair at the fairgrounds in Manti. The most recent edition ran August 24 to 29, 2026 under the theme "Red, White and Moo." It brings together 4-H and open exhibits, a junior livestock show, a car show, rodeo nights, a Friday night demolition derby, a parade and a Saturday Commissioner's Breakfast.
4-H Exhibits: How to Enter
4-H members exhibiting general fair projects must be enrolled in Z-Suites by Thursday, July 30. Entries are made online in the EZ-Fair program by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 10, submitted by club leaders or parents with an active email account. Only online entries are accepted, and none after the deadline. Entry tags must be printed and attached to each item before check-in.
How It Works: The Timeline
| Date and time | What happens |
|---|---|
| August 10, 11:59 p.m. | Online entry deadline |
| August 22, 1 to 3 p.m. | 4-H entry drop-off at the Exhibit Building (closes promptly at 3; produce and baked goods excluded) |
| August 24, 5 to 6 p.m. | Fresh produce, baked goods and florals accepted |
| August 25, 8 to 9 a.m. | Fresh produce, baked goods and florals accepted; building closes at 9 for judging |
| August 26, 3 to 6 p.m. | 4-H Exhibit Building open to the public |
| August 27, 3 to 7 p.m. | Exhibit Building open to the public |
| August 28 and 29, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Exhibit Building open to the public |
| August 31, 3 to 5 p.m. | Entry pick-up and premium money collection |
Exhibit Rules
- Projects must have been created after the 2025 fair.
- Entries must be stable enough to be handled and moved.
- Food entries must not require refrigeration and are not returned.
- Clothing entries need hangers, which the member provides.
- One item per lot within a class. Exceptions: food preservation allows three different fruits and three different vegetables, and gardening allows unlimited items per lot.
- Lego and other building-block entries and produce that qualify for the State Fair must be transported by the individual.
- Classes and lots follow the Utah State 4-H Fair Book.
Pick-up and Premiums
4-H members must pick up their own entries and premium money. Missing the pick-up window forfeits the premium money. Items that qualify for the State Fair must be identified to 4-H staff at pick-up, and members should bring boxes or bags to carry projects home.
Other Fair Events
The fair ran a junior livestock show, and a 2026 fair car show was held during the Cattlemen's Association beef dinner. Rodeo nights drew good crowds, the Friday demolition derby filled the fairgrounds parking, and the closing Saturday began with a free Commissioner's Breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. served by county elected officials.
Questions
Can I enter at the door?
No. Only online entries are accepted.
Do I have to be enrolled in 4-H first?
Yes. General 4-H fair projects require enrollment in Z-Suites by July 30.
Are fresh foods accepted on the first drop-off day?
No. Produce, baked goods and florals have their own windows on August 24 and 25.
Who do I call?
The USU Extension office at 435-283-3472 for registration questions and help with online entries.
Official Links
- Fair announces 4-H exhibit deadlines and guidelines
- County fair wrap-up
- 2026 Sanpete County Junior Livestock schedule
- 2026 Sanpete County Junior Livestock rules
- Utah 4-H county fairs
Utah County Fairs and Youth Livestock Shows: The Essentials
Utah county fairs run from Washington County's April fair to Iron County in early September, with most in early to mid August, per USU Extension's 2026 fair schedule. Salt Lake County holds 4-H Discovery Days instead of a fair, and a few counties were still to be determined.
Livestock shows
Market animals compete on a regional circuit of junior livestock shows that ends at the Utah State Fair in Salt Lake City. For 2026 the State Fair market show charged $25 per animal, with entries closing August 14, per the fair's page.
Tagging and age
Cattle must be tagged 100 days before a show and sheep, goats and hogs 60 days, and exhibitors must be 8 and in third grade, per Utah County's tagging page.
Next steps
Ask your county Extension office for your fair's premium book, entry deadlines and weigh-in rules.
Weigh-in, drug rules and sale terms vary by show, so read the rule book first.
Read the full guide: Utah County Fairs and Youth Livestock Shows
Other Upcoming Events Nearby
- Sanpete 4-H and FFA Spring Beef Tagging
Spring beef weigh-in and tagging for Sanpete junior livestock exhibitors on a Thursday evening and Saturday morning at the fairgrounds. Held each year; the most recent dates were May 7 and 9, 2026.
Manti, UT Official event details - Sanpete County Fair 4-H Exhibits
Public viewing of 4-H and open projects, produce, baked goods and florals during Sanpete County Fair week. Held each year; the most recent viewing days were August 26 to 29, 2026.
Manti, UT | 435-283-3472 Official event details - Sanpete County Fair RMPRA Rodeo
Two RMPRA rodeo nights at the Manti fairgrounds, most recently Thursday Aug. 27 ($9) and Saturday Aug. 29 ($11, followed by a Jagertown concert). Held each year during county fair week.
500 N. Main, Manti, UT Official event details - Sanpete County Junior Livestock Show
Swine, lamb, goat and beef classes for 4-H and FFA youth ages 8 to 18, with showmanship and bred-and-owned classes, followed by a Saturday auction. Held each year; the most recent dates were August 27 and 28, 2026.
Manti, UT Official event details - Sanpete County Fair Demolition Derby
Friday-night demolition derby in the Manti fairgrounds arena; the most recent was Aug. 28, 2026 at 7 p.m. with reserved grandstand at $20, general admission $15 and kids 2 and under free.
500 N. Main, Manti, UT Official event details
Listing checked Nov. 11, 2026 against this source. Details can change; confirm with the organizer.