Registration is now open for the 2026 Henry County Fair Queen Contest, with organizers encouraging eligible contestants to sign up early for scholarship opportunities.
The contest will be held Wednesday, July 15th, during the Henry County Fair, and is open to participants who live in, attend school in, or take part in a 4-H club within Henry County.
Contestants ages 16 through 21 who register by May 8th will automatically receive a 50-dollar early-bird scholarship, which will be awarded on the day of the crowning.
All registration forms must be submitted by Monday, June 8th at 11:59 p.m.
The Henry County Fair Queen Contest is designed to help young participants ages 8 through 21 build confidence, develop leadership and life skills, and gain experience in public speaking, interviews, and community involvement.
Organizers say they are looking forward to welcoming contestants and continuing the tradition of celebrating leadership and achievement among Henry County youth.