Gardenfest - ready, set, grow
Explore the latest gardening trends, techniques, and tools during this daylong series of seminars for gardeners of every skill level.
Held annually, Gardenfest is sponsored by McHenry County…
Gardening on a Budget
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…
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State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests
Registration is open!The 2026 State Horse Contest dates are set! Contest rules and entry information are now available on the State 4-H website.
The 4-H state horse judging…
State 4-H Public Speaking Contest
Save the date!4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The Illinois State 4-H Public Presentation Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a…
Illinois 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
Registration is open!The Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Contest for beef, sheep, swine, and meat goats will take place on Monday, April 27, at the Stock Pavilion (1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave.,…
State 4-H Poultry Judging Contest
Poultry Judging Contest 2026
IMPORTANT: We will continue to follow Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) guidance regarding poultry exhibitions as the contest date approaches. Please…
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State 4-H Reel Adventure Family Fish Camp
Registration opens 2/16!Reel Adventure Family Fishing Camp was such a success last year we had to offer it again this year!
Do you have family members that love fishing or would like…
State 4-H Robotics Competition
Registration is open!The Illinois 4-H State Robotics Competition is a statewide STEM event where youth enrolled in 4-H robotics programs come together to design, build, and program robots as teams…
State 4-H Dish Dash (formerly Food Challenge)
Registration opens February 23!To all of our young aspiring chefs get ready for a shared statewide experience in the kitchen!
Our aspiring cake artists and chefs are invited to join us…
Cake It ‘Til You Make It State 4-H Cake Decorating Competition
Registration opens February 23!In this high-energy, live cake decorating competition, youth will engage in a creative, hands-on experience that fosters artistic expression, builds confidence, and…