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South Texas State Fair Baking Contest

Date: Mar 28 - Mar 29, 2026

Registration for the Baking Contest is now CLOSED!

If you love to bake, then the South Texas State Fair Baking Contest is for you. There are two Divisions for competition, the Adult Division for Ages 18 and older and the Youth Division for those under age 18. The entry fee is only $5.00 for each entry per category, with a maximum of 3 entries. The three categories are Cookies, Cakes, and Pies. Ribbons and Cash Prizes from $25.00 up to $150.00 will be awarded.

Not a baker, then we invite you to come out to the Exhibit Hall at the Fair on Saturday, March 28th, and Sunday, March 29th at 3:00 p.m. to watch the judging and see who goes home with the Blue Ribbon.

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Baking Contest Rules & Entry Form

Baking Contest Rules and Guidelines

Baking Contest Entry Form

2026 Contest Winners - Adult

2026 Contest Winners - Youth

Location(s):

Ford Park Exhibit Hall

Category(s):

Fair Contests/Shows

Art/Baking/Floral/Quilt/Photo