Family Fun
Just for Kids
The Petting Zoo, Ag-tivity Barn,
Mutton Bustin, Stick-horse rodeo and the Carnival are all irresistible and
tantalizing activities for children. Parents of infants can show off their
babies crawling abilities in the Diaper Derby, while older children can peddle
their way to victory in the Children’s Tractor Pull. The Fort Bend County Fair
hosts several competitions that are just for the kids. From grilling to sewing,
kids of all ages can participate in a variety of events. Here’s a look at
scheduled events just for kids.
Lil’ Wrangler BBQ Cook-off
The 2nd Annual Lil' Wrangler BBQ Cook-off will take place on Saturday, October
5th. The Lil Wranglers BBQ Contest is for children under 16 years of age and
all spaces have been filled for this year. Contestants will compete is 2
categories - Pork Chops and Open. The Fort Bend County Fair will provide each
contestant with 2 Pork Chops, BBQ Cooker, charcoal, seasoning and sauces. The
contestants will get to take their BBQ Cookers home. The winner in each
category will be announced at approximately 12:00pm at the Texas Stage.
Pets on Parade
Fort Bend County students up to age 14 are invited to bring their
favorite pet to compete in the annual Pet Show at the Fort Bend County Fair on
October 5th at 11:00am. All pets are welcomed --- furry or feathery, we love
them all. These pets will be strutting their stuff on stage as they entertain
the spectators with their costumes and tricks. A bike and cash prizes will be
awarded to the winners!
Home Economics
Sew It, Grow It, Show It...
The School Youth Department is open to Fort Bend County students ages 5-18
years old to compete and exhibit their work. Entries must be made individually
in the classroom and entered as a representative collection of work by the
teacher. Students will be divided in four age categories. Exhibit Building D
will be open to the public daily during the Fair until 9:00pm.
Student Fun Day
September 27th kicks off our Fair, students have a day off from
school and the Fort Bend County Fair is hosting a Fun Day! Fort Bend County
students - Kindergarten thru 12th Grade will compete in good, old fashion games
in the O.D. Tucker Arena. Winners will receive cash awards for their efforts.
All students who are registered are eligible to win a bicycle and other door
prizes. Drawings will be held after the completion of the races. To enter, show
up early on September 27th because the activities will begin at 1:00pm.
Diaper Derby
This event will be sure to have the crowd cheering on their
favorite crawling baby. The infants will compete in our 2nd Annual Diaper Derby which will be held
on Saturday, September 28th at 10:30am. Contestants must register and check in
at 10:00am. There will be 2 age groups for this competition - 7-9 Months and
10-12 Months and the race will be on to see who can crawl to finish line first.
The first 25 contestants to register will receive a Onesie
compliments of TEXAS
DIRECT AUTO. There will also be an award for Cutest Diaper that
follows the Fair theme - "Celebrating
Our Western Heritage." Who will reach the finish line
first and bring home the gold?