Fair FAQ
Does my admission ticket include concerts?
Your admission ticket only includes admission into the fair. Due to increasing prices from the performers, we had to charge for concerts. The good news is, if you purchase a concert ticket, it INCLUDES admission!
How much does a ticket into the Clay County Fair cost?
If you purchase your tickets during pre-sale, you will find they are generally cheaper than buying the day of but you should check the "Daily Deals" page and see the daily promotions before making your decision as we offer NO REFUNDS!
How much is parking?
Parking is FREE! We do not charge for parking, and we have a volunteer based group that will offer shuttles when available.
I lost something at the fair, where can i find it?
Our grounds are looked over every single night after closing, and while they are being cleaned up, things that are found are brought to the front office. You can call: 904-284-1615 or you can visit the log cabin building (Main Office). If you lose it and are still on the fairgrounds, you can ask any of our friendly volunteers to point you in the right direction to the Guest Services building which is right outside of the Horticulture building.
Fair Terminology
Midway
The Midway terminology you hear during the fair is:
The location where carnival games, amusement rides, entertainment, dime stores, themed events, exhibitions and trade shows are situated.
Ride Bands
A ride band is a band that goes on your wrist when you purchase it for unlimited rides. (This does NOT include "Fast Pass" or "Admission".
4-H
Head, Heart, Hands, and Health
4-H is a U.S.-based network of youth organizations that aims to help young people develop skills in areas such as agriculture, animal husbandry, and community service. The name "4-H" represents the four values of Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, which guide the program's mission to engage youth and promote personal development. 4-H programs encourage hands-on learning and leadership, allowing youth to participate in various projects and activities. The emblem of 4-H is a four-leaf clover, with each leaf representing one of the H's.
FFA
The official name of the organization is the National FFA Organization.
The letters “FFA” stand for Future Farmers of America. These letters are a part of our history and our heritage that will never change. But FFA is not just for students who want to be production farmers; FFA also welcomes members who aspire to careers as teachers, doctors, scientists, business owners and more. For this reason, the name of the organization was updated in 1988 after a vote of national convention delegates to reflect the growing diversity and new opportunities in the industry of agriculture.
Today, the National FFA Organization remains committed to the individual student, providing a path to achievement in premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
FFA continues to help the next generation rise up to meet those challenges by helping its members to develop their own unique talents and explore their interests in a broad range of agricultural career pathways. So today, we are still the Future Farmers of America. But, we are the Future Biologists, Future Chemists, Future Veterinarians, Future Engineers and Future Entrepreneurs of America, too.
Open Contest / Show
"Open" means anyone can enter ( please check the rules if this is for Clay County Residents ONLY or if its completely open to anyone).
Premiums
Most Fair entries are eligible to receive premium payments based on their award level. Each exhibitor that enters premium classes will receive a payment or “premium” based on their point total.
Superintendent
A person who is charged with organizing and managing a project, display area, contest or show. At most Fairs, including the Clay County Fair, superintendents are volunteers with experience in that project area.
Exhibitor
The participant who enters, shows, or displays during the fair.
Donation
Donate to the Our Fair Cares program where 100% of your donation will be used to provide opportunities right here in our community.