Ohio Beef Expo
2024-03-13 12:00 - 2024-03-17 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43211, United States
The Ohio Beef Expo is the premier event for Ohio’s beef industry attracting over 30,000 beef industry enthusiasts annually. Each Spring the Ohio Beef Expo provides attendees with a unique experience that brings education, breed sales, youth shows, industry retail opportunities and more together all in one centralized place at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio.

The Big East
2024-05-03 08:00 - 2024-05-05 17:00 | Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA, 01089, United States

Kootenai Classic - Junior Show
2024-06-12 - 2024-06-16 | Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N Government Way, Couer D'Alene, ID, 83815, United States
The Kootenai Classic was started in 2010 by Eddie Davis as a small Steer Jackpot, hosted in a 4-H leader’s barn in Northern Idaho. Before Jackpots had become big in our area, this show started with the simple idea of providing local 4-H steer members an opportunity of more experience in the ring before their county fair in August. During those first few years, the numbers gradually increased and caught the attention of the Western Aberdeen Breeders Association. The WABA had been wanting to get involved in a youth show and found an opportunity in the Kootenai Classic. In 2014, the Aberdeen Division was born. The show moved to the North Idaho State Fairgrounds that same year.
The Kootenai Classic remained a cattle show until 2018, when a team of volunteers noticed a need for more swine, sheep, and goat shows in the Northern Idaho/Eastern Washington area. The show became a non-profit, elected a board of directors, and officially became known as the Kootenai Classic Livestock Show.
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2024 AJAA Junior Nationals
2024-06-16 - 2024-06-21 | Boone County Fairgrounds, 1601 Industrial Park Road, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
Did you mark your calendar for the biggest American Junior Aberdeen Association event of the year yet? If not mark it down now! The 2024 Aberdeen Junior Nationals is being held this June 16-21st in Boone, Iowa at the Coone County Fairgrounds.

Iowa State Fair
2024-08-08 - 2024-08-18 | Iowa State Fairgrounds, 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50317, United States
The internationally acclaimed Iowa State Fair is the single largest event in the state of Iowa and one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country. Annually attracting more than a million people from all over the world, the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines is Iowa’s great celebration, a salute to the state’s best in agriculture, industry, entertainment and achievement.

This event will have classes.

Deadline is July 1.

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Wyoming State Fair
2024-08-13 - 2024-08-17 | Wyoming State Fairgrounds, 400 W Center Street, Douglas, WY, 82633, United States
The Wyoming State Fair officially started in 1905 in Douglas, Wyoming. The fair has always been an event that has showcased the culture and heritage of Wyoming and has been a constant thread weaving through the fabric of Wyoming’s history. The Wyoming State Fair has been a gathering point for generations of families, while providing a quality educational experience and entertainment for all who have attended. The Wyoming State Fair is a celebration of all things Wyoming and showcases our pride in our heritage, agriculture, industry, youth, entrepreneurs, artists and more.

AOB Class – Division 605 English Breeds
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New York State Fair
2024-08-21 - 2024-09-02 | New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, NY, 13209, United States
In New York State, the competitive spirit is a big part of who they are – and few places is it more evident than at the Fair. Each year, thousands of participants cater to their competitive side by entering in competitions spanning a full range of categories including fine arts, photography, livestock and more. From plus-sized poultry to blue-ribbon cattle to antique tractors, the Fair hosts competitions for nearly every interest and age group.
If you’re looking to join the competition, go to the How to Enter page for further information, details and online entry. Whether it’s a cash prize, blue ribbon or good old-fashioned bragging rights at stake, we wish you the best of luck!

Nebraska State Fair
2024-08-23 - 2024-09-02 | Fonner Park, 700 E Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, NE, 68801, United States
The Nebraska State Fair is an annual 11-day event that is held at the end of August through early September, ending on Labor Day. In 2023, the fair begins August 23. The fair is hosted at Fonner Park in Grand Island, NE.
The Nebraska State Fair offers insights into the unique culture of Nebraska. It is built on 152 years of tradition and showcases the talent, products and people of Nebraska. Here, Nebraskans come together to experience the latest technological advancements in agriculture, first-class entertainment and the most delectable and extraordinary food the state has to offer. Like many state fairs, the Nebraska State Fair includes a competitive livestock exhibition, farming equipment trade show, and competitions in other fields, such as handmade crafts and baked goods.
Find the Livestock Schedule here.

The Big E: 2024
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-19 | Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA, 01089, United States
Each September, more than 1.6 million people travel to Eastern States Exposition’s grounds for New England’s grandest fair – The Big E. The 17-day event provides a one of a kind tactile experience in which visitors can celebrate the season and to enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of the region.
Deadline August 15
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We are seeking sponsors for the September 14 show. It is our intention to make it better than ever for our exhibitors. Sponsoring $100 or more gives you a 2025 membership to the Eastern Aberdeen Association. It is a great group of breeders to help with networking and everything American Aberdeen related. If you have any questions, email us at info@easternaberdeen.com.
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World Beef Expo
2024-09-19 - 2024-09-22 | Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
The 2024 World Beef Expo will be held September 19-22 at Wisconsin State Fair Park. Check out worldbeefexpo.com for more info.
Each year people from around the country visit Milwaukee for one of the Midwest’s largest cattle expositions – World Beef Expo. Exhibitors from 18 states displayed, exhibited, or sold cattle at the 2023 World Beef Expo. The Open and Junior Shows had over 1100 entries. The next World Beef Expo, which takes place September 19-22, 2024 at Wisconsin State Fair Park, will be the 32nd year of the show. World Beef Expo offers a wide variety of activities including: Cattle Judging Contest, Youth Showmanship, an indoor/outdoor trade show, and a youth sweepstakes contest round out the schedule of activities.
People of all ages come to see, show, buy and sell cattle while enjoying a weekend of fun with friends and family! All Events are open to the public. We invite you to join the fun at the 2024 World Beef Expo!
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Keystone International Livestock Exposition 2024
2024-09-27 - 2024-10-06 | Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center, 2300 N Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
Don’t miss out on the 66th Keystone International Livestock Exposition from September 27 to October 6, 2024! With over 1,200 beef cattle, 1,000 sheep, 300 horses, 250 pigs, and 250 goats, this is an exceptional opportunity to experience the world of agriculture and witness some of the finest livestock.
The “major” of the East Coast. Family-friendly, high-caliber stock show featuring draft horses, beef cattle, sheep, hogs, and Boer goats.
Be part of the East Coast’s largest livestock show! Held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center in Harrisburg, KILE features major-level competition in a relaxed, fun and family-friendly show environment.
Deadline is August 31, 2024.
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American Royal
2024-10-09 - 2024-10-27 | American Royal Complex, 1701 American Royal Ct, Kansas City, MO, 64102, United States
Celebrating its 125th year, the 2024 American Royal Livestock Show, is scheduled for October 9th – 27th at the American Royal Complex in Kansas City, Missouri.
The American Royal is the nation’s highest caliber livestock show providing a premier experience for exhibitors. Rooted in our legacy, which began in 1899, we are committed to providing a platform for competition, scholarships, and education. A Kansas City tradition, the American Royal is focused on creating an environment where all feel welcomed, where agriculture is elevated, and champions are crowned.
Educational opportunities will be available.
Entry Information will be available August 1st. Deadline will be September 10.
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Northern International Livestock Exposition
2024-10-11 - 2024-10-19 | Northern International Livestock Exposition, 308 6th Avenue North, Billings, MT, 59101, United States
The Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the livestock industry, agriculture education, and preserving the western way of life. The premiere event of the NILE is a week-long stock show and rodeo held in October each year. Hundreds of exhibitors from across the United States and Canada bring livestock to Billings, Montana to show and sell at the NILE. In addition to the cattle shows and sales, top-quality horses are shown in a wide variety of events. Some of the best horses in the region are carefully vetted and later sold at the NILE Gold Buckle Select Horse Sale. Education plays a major role in the NILE with junior livestock and horse shows, youth livestock and horse judging contests, and three days of 4th Grade Ag Education events. The NILE has a long-standing tradition of top-notch rodeo performances with a wildly popular Ranch Rodeo and three nights of PRCA Rodeo action.
Deadline TBD.
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North American International Livestock Exposition
2024-11-07 08:00 - 2024-11-21 17:00 | OH
NAILE is the world’s largest purebred livestock exposition, and the home of the North American Championship Rodeo. Produced by Kentucky Venues.
NAILE accepts entries for 10 major divisions of livestock: beef cattle, boer goats, dairy cattle, dairy goats, draft horses, llamas and alpacas, market swine, mules and donkeys, and sheep. Today’s young participants are the future of the livestock industry, which is why there are a number of contests during NAILE that help prepare the next generation for tomorrow’s breeding challenges. Information about the 2024 NAILE entries will be posted closer to the show.
We will have educational opportunities. A sponsorship of $100 or more gives you a 2025 membership to the Eastern Aberdeen Association. If you have any sponsorship questions, contact us at info@easternaberdeen.com.
November 15 @ 9:00 AM Junior Show
November 16 @ 9:00 AM Open Show
Deadline TBD.
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Hoosier Beef Congress - Junior Show
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-08 | Indiana Beef Cattle Association, 8425 Keystone Crossing, Suite 240, Indianapolis, IN, 46240, United States
A premier cattle event for the youth of Indiana to participate at on the first weekend of December. There is a showmanship contest Friday, a judging contest and an auction Saturday morning before the show gets underway.
Entry deadline is November 1, 2023.

All Junior Show entries must be postmarked by November 1.
Entry fee is $125.00 per head by November 1, 2023. The fee includes grooming chute space, tan bark and heated barn space at no additional charge.
Late entries will be accepted online until 12:00 midnight on Saturday, November 25, 2023.
Entries postmarked after November 1, 2023 will be $200.00 per animal.
No refunds.
All exhibitors must be members of IBCA.

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Winter Webinar Series with Dr. Tara Felix and Dustin Heeter
2024-12-12 08:00 - 17:00 | OH
Join us this winter for an exclusive two-part webinar series, featuring Penn State’s beef cattle experts Dr. Tara Felix and Dustin Heeter!

Session 1: Nutrition and Grass-Fed Programs with Dr. Tara Felix
Date: December 12th
Dr. Felix will cover cattle nutrition and feeding strategies, focusing on maximizing nutrition for grass-fed programs. Perfect for all your feed and nutrition questions!
Session 2: Building a Strong Cattle Enterprise with Dustin Heeter
Date: January 28th
Dustin will provide guidance on trait selection and culling strategies to build a high-quality herd. An essential session for anyone refining their cattle program.

Bring your questions or post them below to have them asked during the webinars! If there’s interest, we may add a third session in February for an in-depth look at minerals.
For more on our speakers, visit:

Dr. Tara Felix’s Profile
Dustin Heeter’s Profile

Don’t miss out on this chance to gain insights from the best!

National Western Stock Show
2025-01-11 - 2025-01-26 | National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver, CO, 80216, United States
The National Western Stock Show, established in 1906, is the premier livestock, rodeo, and horse show in the nation, serving agricultural producers and consumers throughout the world.
The National Western Stock Show, one of Colorado’s preeminent tourist destinations, is held every January for 16 days. A nationally recognized western heritage and entertainment event, the stock show hosts one of the world’s richest regular season professional rodeos, one of the country’s largest horse shows, and Colorado’s largest western trade show, attracting attendance numbers over 700,000 visitors each year.
Throughout this historic event, the National Western strives to strengthen American agriculture through enrichment programs and youth education in livestock, equestrian, farming, ranching, animal awareness, and appreciation.
Deadline is November 20. This will be our national show plus the Association meeting.
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Winter Webinar Series with Dr. Tara Felix and Dustin Heeter (Part 2)
2025-01-28 08:00 - 17:00 | OH

Ohio Beef Expo
2025-03-13 - 2025-03-16 | Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43211, United States
The Ohio Beef Expo is the premier event for Ohio’s beef industry attracting over 30,000 beef industry enthusiasts annually. Each Spring the Ohio Beef Expo provides attendees with a unique experience that brings education, breed sales, youth shows, industry retail opportunities and more together all in one centralized place at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio.
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2026 Ohio Beef Expo
2025-03-19 - 2025-03-22 | Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43211, United States
