About This Festival

The Cass County 4-H Fair is an annual agricultural and community event held at the Cass County Fairgrounds, 2281 E 125 N, Logansport, Indiana. In 2025, it runs from July 5 to July 11. The fair celebrates local agriculture, youth development, and community with a diverse program featuring livestock shows, a queen contest, rodeo, tractor pulls, amusement rides, food vendors, merchants, and live entertainment, creating a vibrant, family-friendly environment.

Surrounding Area and Atmosphere

The fairgrounds are located in East Cass County in a semi-rural setting near Logansport, a city with a strong agricultural tradition. The vibe of the fair is community-centered and festive, with local families, volunteers, 4-H members and alumni, and area businesses actively involved. There is a strong emphasis on youth education and agricultural heritage, supported by Purdue Extension Cass County Office. The event is handicapped accessible.

Main Activities and Attractions

  • 4-H Livestock Shows: Youth present their animal projects, an essential part of 4-H's educational mission in agriculture.
  • Queen Contest: A competitive event showcasing community pride and youth leadership, held in the evenings.
  • Rodeo: Traditional western-style rodeo events offering family entertainment.
  • Tractor Pull: Part of the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) circuit on July 7. One-session evening event where competitors pull a weighted sled, including several classes such as Light Limited Super Stock and Pro Stock Diesel trucks.
  • Jessop Amusements: Carnival rides available July 7 to 11 provide amusement for all ages.
  • Merchant Building and Food Vendors: Local merchants and numerous food booths offer a wide range of goods and culinary treats.
  • Live Entertainment: Scheduled performances include a variety of themes such as cowboy church services, monster truck rides, KOI drag racing, pedal tractor races, and wrestling, typically starting late afternoon or early evening each day.

Sample Schedule Highlights

  • Saturday, July 5: Vesper service, monster truck rides (5 p.m.), 4-H Tenure Awards (6 p.m.), Queen Contest (7 p.m.)
  • Sunday, July 6: Monster truck rides and KOI Drag Racing and Pedal Tractor Race starting around 5-6 p.m.
  • Monday, July 7: Evolution Wrestling at 6 p.m.
  • Sunday, July 7: Tractor Pull (NTPA sanctioned) at 6 p.m., a major motorsport highlight.
  • Other days feature continued livestock judging, vendor and food areas, and community entertainment.

History and Founding

The Cass County 4-H Fair is supported by Purdue Extension and local volunteers. Its origins are rooted in the county's longstanding agricultural tradition and 4-H youth development programs, aiming to educate young people in agriculture and leadership skills. The fair is a culmination of community efforts, honoring the county’s natural resources and its youth's growth.

Additional Notes

  • The fairgrounds offer camping during the event.
  • There is a strong volunteer network essential to the fair’s success.
  • 4-H projects can be enrolled and shown by 3rd-12th graders and Mini 4-H members.
  • The event fosters a family-friendly, educational, and celebratory atmosphere reflecting Cass County’s rural heritage.

This makes the Cass County 4-H Fair a cornerstone 7-day event blending agricultural education, community pride, and entertainment for Cass County residents and visitors alike.