MORE THAN $225,000 AND SERIES OF COLORFUL RIBBONS AWARDED TO WINNERS
When the Dixie Classic Fair, the second largest agricultural Fair in North Carolina owned and operated by the City of Winston- Salem, opened entries for all competitive contests, people came out. As one of the main features for fairgoers, competitive entries range from vegetables and cattle to jewelry and wine. Contests typically draw more than 3,500 entrants and more than 25,000 exhibitors each year.
Among the competitions include decorated apples, pumpkins and potatoes; various breeds of beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, swine, poultry and pigeons; flower arrangements and plants; fine arts and crafts; written essays; decorated wreaths; and Christmas trees. The Great American Spam Championship Contest, the Hidden Valley Dressings Fresh Taste for the Family Contest and the 21 st annual “Homemade Ice Cream” Contest are among many others. For a complete list of all competitive entries, judging dates or to register online, please visit www.dcfair.com to read contest rules and to purchase the competitive entries catalog.
For winners, a series of colorful ribbons and up to $225,000 are awarded. The following colors will be used to designate awards:
Champion - Royal Purple
Reserve Champion - Lavender
First Premium - Blue
Second Premium - Red
Third Premium - White
Fourth Premium - Pink
Fifth Premium - Yellow
Sixth Premium - Dark Green
Seventh Premium - Light Green
Eighth Premium - Brown
Ninth Premium - Gray
Tenth Premium and above - Light Blue
