OPEN CLASS ENTRIES

  • The Open Class exhibits at the Gem/Boise County fair are designed to engage all citizens as participants in traditional aspects of country fairs and exhibitions. This includes all ages. All "Open Class" Exhibitor Divisions at the Gem/ Boise Fair are restricted to residents or taxpayers of Gem and Boise Counties.

  • ALL ENTRIES WILL BE SHOWCASED IN THE EXHIBITION BUILDING

  • IN Person Entry Schedule: Tuesday July, 28th 8 a.m. — 8 p.m. is check-in for ALL CLASSES

  • August 2nd  CHECKOUT ALL DEPARTMENTS 8:30 a.m. to noon. NO EXCEPTIONS.

OPEN CLASS ENTRY RULES HERE

New this year!

  • Open Class Exhibitors get a sticker to wear to help promote the open class exhibits!

  • Be sure to post on Facebook once you get your item entered to help drive traffic through the building. Tag us #Gemboisecountyfair

Display of harvested vegetables and fruits including pumpkins, squash, tomatoes, and zucchini, with ribbons and awards, presented on a white wooden cart.
Badge for the 2026 Boise County Fair GEM/OPEN CLASS EXHIBITOR, featuring a farm scene with a cow, pig, barn, corn, vegetables, and a windmill.
Colorful poster advertising a children's open class event at the Gem Boise County Fair. The poster features photos of children painting and an animated cartoon potato character painting, with event details and rules.

Spud Head awards are for our youngest exhibitors, we would encourage all children to participate!