Owen County 4-H Project Fair is March 30

The Owen County 4-H Program is rolling out the green carpet for its highly anticipated 2026 4-H Project Fair, happening March 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Owen County Fairgrounds' 4-H Exhibit Hall. This lively, interactive event is designed to welcome everyone—from long-time 4-H families looking to explore new projects to those who are brand new and curious about what 4-H is all about.

With more than 20 hands-on projects on display, the Project Fair offers a fun and inspiring evening where kids can explore their interests, families can connect with volunteers and everyone can experience the excitement that makes 4-H such a special part of the community.

From animals to arts, science to leadership and everything in between, there is truly something for every young person to discover.

Friendly volunteers, club leaders and experienced 4-H members will be stationed throughout the Exhibit Hall, ready to share stories, answer questions and help families navigate all the opportunities available. Whether a child wants to try something totally new or dive deeper into a favorite project, this event makes it easy—and enjoyable—to explore.

Our goal is simple: make sure every child and family feels welcome, supported and excited for the year ahead.

We want families—both returning and brand new—to walk in and immediately feel the energy and possibility that 4-H offers. There's no better time to see what makes 4-H so fun, so hands-on and so empowering for kids.

This year's Project Fair also shines a spotlight on the 2026 Project of the Year: Electric! Families can visit a special interactive table packed with demonstrations, resources and guidance for getting involved. Youth can explore circuits, energy and the science behind everyday electronics in a project that sparks creativity and curiosity.

The event is not just an opportunity to explore—it's also a great time to enroll and save. Families who register on-site will receive $5 off the enrollment fee for grades 3–12. Even better, Mini 4-H enrollment for grades K–2 is completely free during the event. Volunteers will be ready to walk families step-by-step through the enrollment process, making it quick, simple and stress-free.

Visitors can look forward to: Meeting enthusiastic club leaders and volunteers eager to help kids learn and grow; hearing directly from 4-H members and project experts who love sharing what they do; receiving on-site enrollment assistance in a friendly, family-focused environment; exploring brand-new project areas and discovering unexpected interests; and checking out the energizing 2026 "Electric" Project of the Year demonstration table.

Whether you're a seasoned 4-H family or just beginning to wonder if 4-H might be right for your child, the Project Fair is the perfect place to start. Warm smiles, fun conversations and hands-on discovery make this event one of the most welcoming moments of the 4-H year.

For more information about the Project Fair, contact Purdue Extension-Owen County at owences@purdue.edu or 812-829-5020.