OREGON — About 580 4 H project exhibits and 950 project animals will be on display during the 2026 Ogle County Fair July 29 through Aug. 2, featuring work from 302 youth across 13 clubs, according to University of Illinois Extension. Youth will present projects developed through yearlong study and receive feedback from judges, while animal exhibits are evaluated on health, care, and showmanship. Entries are rated blue, red, or white, with top blue ribbon projects advancing to compete for class and division honors, and some selected for the Illinois State Fair.


