Thursday
July 16
Everything there is to enjoy at the Henry County Fair today!
- 11:00am – 3:00pm Bucket/Bottle Interviews- This beginner-friendly program allows youth to raise an orphan or bucket-fed calf and culminates in three judged components: an in-person interview, a project record book, and the show ring.
- 12:00pm Sheep Show- 4-H and FFA livestock exhibition where local youth display their market lambs and breeding ewes.
- 3:00pm Goat Show- A multi-division agricultural competition showcasing the hard work, animal stewardship, and showmanship skills of local 4-H and FFA youth.
- 4:30pm Livestock Scanning- A process where a specialist uses ultrasound technology on market animals (like beef, sheep, and swine) to evaluate their meat quality and composition.
- 5:00pm – 6:30pm Farm Family Ag Appreciation Meal (WP)- An annual community event hosted at the Henry County Fair (IA) designed to celebrate local farmers and the agricultural community.
- 5:30pm City Band Performance- A traditional musical event featuring the local community musicians.
- 6:00pm Bill Riley Talent Show- An official local qualifying event for the prestigious Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Local amateur performers compete to advance to the state championship
- 6:30pm 4-H/Farm Bureau Bottle Animal Show- A noncompetitive 4-H event that allows young children to learn about animal care, practice showmanship, and exhibit a bottle-fed animal (such as a lamb, goat, or bucket calf) without the pressure of a judged livestock competition.
- 7:30pm Impact Pro Wrestling- A premier Midwest independent professional wrestling promotion that brings a high-energy, live wrestling event.
Touching Our Grief Support Group 4-5:30 pm- Join this ongoing support group on the third Thursday of every month for adults who have suffered the loss of a family member or friend and are seeking support and education at the Everystep Conference Room 118 N Main St.