July 17, 2025, Press Release from the Van Wert County Agricultural Society:
VAN WERT, Ohio - The Van Wert County Agricultural Society, the managing organization of the Van Wert County Fairgrounds, is pleased to announce entries are now open for the 169th Annual Van Wert County Fair.
The 169th Van Wert County Fair dates are Tuesday August 26th through Monday September 1st, 2025. Exhibitors may submit entries for exhibition at the Van Wert County Fair online at vanwertcountyfair.com or turn in a printed entry form at the Fair Office located at 1055 S Washington Street Van Wert, Ohio.
Entries will be accepted from July 1st through August 11th, 2025. Senior Fair entries can be submitted for the following departments, Horses, Ponies, Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Goats, Sheep, Swine, Rabbits, Farm Products, Horticulture, Canned Goods, Baked Goods, Fine Arts, Photography, Antique and Vintage Items, Domestic Manufacture, and Cut Flowers and Potted Plants. For more information, the rules, and eligibility of each department visit the Premium Book on the website or premium books are also available in print at the Fair Office.
The mission of the Van Wert County Agricultural Society is to educate, enhance and preserve our agricultural roots through our youth and our community. Additional information including bylaws and governing documents can be found at www.vanwertcountyfair.com.