fentress co fair

Volunteering

Explore events before, during, and after fair week, including shows, pageants, competitions, midway activities, and community events.

Help Keep the Tradition Growing

Volunteer at the Fair

The Fentress County Fair depends on people who are willing to share their time, skills and community spirit. Volunteer needs vary by event and fair activity.

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Fair Week Is Powered by Community

From preparing the grounds to helping visitors and supporting events, volunteers can play an important role in creating a welcoming and successful fair.

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Setup & Preparation

Potential needs may include grounds preparation, signs, displays and event setup.

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Guest Assistance

Some volunteers may help provide directions or support visitor information areas.

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Exhibits & Events

Departments and events may need approved helpers for check-in, organization or support tasks.

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Cleanup & Closeout

Post-event cleanup and fairground closeout help prepare the grounds for the next activity.

Ways to Help

Potential Volunteer Opportunities

Assignments depend on current needs, age, experience, availability and approval by the Fair Board or event chairperson.

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Fairground Support

  • Setup and teardown
  • Signs and event-area preparation
  • General grounds support
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Exhibit Support

  • Department check-in assistance
  • Display-area organization
  • Exhibit pickup support
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Event Support

  • Approved event assignments
  • Participant directions
  • Committee and chairperson assistance
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Guest Welcome

  • Greeting visitors
  • Providing directions
  • Helping guests locate activities
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Agricultural Activities

  • Livestock-area support
  • Youth and 4-H activities
  • Department-specific assistance
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Cleanup

  • Event-area cleanup
  • Exhibit closeout
  • Post-fair grounds assistance
Getting Started

How to Volunteer

Contacting the fair does not guarantee an assignment. The Fair Board will match volunteers with approved needs when possible.

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Send an Inquiry

Use the Contact page and select volunteer interest as the reason for your message.

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Share Your Availability

Include your age, available dates and times, relevant experience and any group or organization affiliation.

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Wait for an Assignment

A board member or event chairperson will follow up if an appropriate volunteer opportunity is available.

Volunteer Questions

Before You Sign Up

Review these common questions before contacting the Fair Association.

Are all volunteers accepted?

No. Volunteer needs are limited and assignments are based on current needs, availability, age, experience and approval.

Can a school, church or civic group help?

Groups may contact the Fair Association with their number of volunteers, availability and preferred type of service.

Can minors volunteer?

Some activities may be appropriate for youth, but age restrictions, supervision and parent or guardian approval may apply.

Does volunteering include free admission?

Admission arrangements depend on the approved assignment. Do not assume free entry unless the Fair Board confirms it.

Ready to help? Send the Fair Association your availability and areas of interest so the board can review current volunteer needs.