Exhibit Entries for the Northwest Washington Fair Are Now Open for 2026

Community members of all ages are invited to showcase their talents at the Northwest Washington Fair as exhibit entries for the 2026 event are now open. Participants can submit entries across a wide range of categories, from still life to livestock. Still life categories include, but aren’t limited to, baking and canning, artwork, photography, quilts, sewing, hobbies and collections, Legos, flowers, and more. Categories for a variety of livestock divisions are also available. Opportunities are open for all experience levels, from open class entries to FFA and 4-H participants.

For more than 100 years, the Northwest Washington Fair has celebrated the talents of the Whatcom County community while encouraging the next generation through agriculture and livestock participation. Through the community's continued contribution, that legacy will live on.

Deadlines for submitting entries are as follows:

• Animal Entries Online Deadline: Wednesday, July 8. Late entries may be accepted with a $25 per animal fee through Sunday, July 12.

• Still Life Entries Online Deadline: Friday, July 24. Limited entries will be accepted at the time of entry drop-off; see the specific department for details.

Participants can learn more and submit entries at nwwafair.com/exhibitors. Additional questions can be directed by email to entries@nwwafair.com or by phone at 360-354-4111.

The Livestock Exhibit and FFA Competitive Exhibits & Shows are sponsored by EPL Feed. The 4-H Competitive Exhibits & Shows are sponsored by Scholten’s Equipment. The Open Class Competitive Exhibits & Shows are sponsored by Exact Scientific Services.

The 2026 Northwest Washington Fair will take place August 13–22. For the entertainment lineup, ticket information, and more details about this year’s Fair, visit nwwafair.com