The California State Fair hosts hundreds of contests & competitions each year. Californians of all ages are invited to show off their hobbies, talents and skills for the chance to win cash, prizes and bragging rights! For 2012 results to the following competitions, please visit our Exhibits & Competitions page.
California Fine Art
This visual arts exhibition is recognized as one of the Golden State’s largest and most prestigious juried art shows.
California’s Kitchen
Deadline: Friday, May 31, 2013
All food-related competitions have an agricultural and nutritional focus and relate to the fast pace lifestyle of Californians.
- Enter Online
- 2013 Handbook
- How to Label Home Canning Entries
- Recipe Form
- Shipping Form
- California’s Kitchen Facebook Page
California’s Kitchen Challenges
Deadline: June 28, 2013. Contact cakitchen@calexpo.com for more information.
Professional Chef Challenge
Introduction, Rules, Application
Best Firehouse Chef Challenge
Introduction, Rules, Application
California’s Kitchen Demonstrations
Demonstrations showcase California culinary culture in the Foodstyle Building, Expo Center Building 2. Scheduling is “first come first served” and it is free to participate. Contact cakitchen@calexpo.com for more information.
Counties Exhibits
Competition is open to all of California’s 58 counties wishing to showcase their portion of the Golden State.
- 2013 Counties Exhibits Handbook
- 2013 Entry Form
- Additional Ribbon Plaque Purchase Request Form
- Award Ceremony RSVP for Representatives
- Special Assistance Request Form
- Credential Request For Staffing Form
- 2013 County Exhibit Staffing List
- Credentials Request For Maintenance
- Maintenance Badge Request Form
- Megan’s Law Form
Industrial & Technology Education
An exhibit designed to recognize outstanding California students and their instructors, enrolled in or instructing an accredited vocational program in grades 7 through community college.
Entry Deadline: Friday, May 3, 2013
California Creative Arts
Deadline: Friday, April 19, 2013
ENTRY DEADLINE HAS PASSED
Competitions in this program showcase the talents of California residents 18 years of age and older. If you are interested in demonstrating your creative art in the Creative Arts Exhibit building during the Fair, please email the Coordinator.
NOTE: Photo upload is not required for the Creative Arts competition.
