Fairest of the Fair Program

About Fairest of the Fair

The Fairest of the Fair represents the Central Wisconsin State Fair. During their year-long reign, they promote the Fair and other Fairground events & activities through radio interviews, public appearances, during each day of the Central Wisconsin State Fair, and much more.

Applicants should demonstrate maturity, professionalism, strong public speaking ability, strong involvement in clubs/community activities, and a passion for the Fair industry. They must be a resident of Wood County or must have done a majority of their Fair or school activities in Wood County. This is an excellent opportunity for qualifying individuals to become more involved with the Fair and other community events, learn more about the Fair industry, and to expand their public relations resume.

Fairest of the Fair: ELIGIBILITY: Fairest of the Fair contestants should be 18 years of age or older by January 1st of the following year. Contestants must be a Wisconsin resident for at least one year prior to entry. Contestants must hold a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and have reliable transportation to events. Contestants must be a resident of Wood County or must have done a majority of their Fair or school activities in Wood County. Contestants should have no history of unethical or felony acts.

The Fairest of the Fair is awarded a $1,000 stipend which is given at the end of a successful reign. The Fairest is also given a $200.00 stipend for clothing at the beginning of their reign. Sponsored by Bents Chiropractic!

The 2025 CWSF Fairest of the Fair will also attend and compete at the State level at the Wisconsin Association of Fairs (WAF) Convention in early January and will compete for the title of the "Wisconsin State Fairest of the Fairs". If qualified, the contestant will become a full-time Summer employee of the Public Relations Department of the Wisconsin State Fair, including becoming an official spokesperson for the Wisconsin State Fair. The term is for one year, beginning at the finals banquet of the WAF Annual Convention in January through the following year’s convention with the majority of duties during the reign occurring May 1 - October 1.

Central WI State Fair - Fairest Ambassador

Ambassador Obligations:

•Promote and represent the CWSF with appearances (like parades, helping at Dairy Fest Breakfast and the Fair), etc. selected by CWSF Board

•Availability during the at the Central Wisconsin State Fair.

•Appearances at Fair may include but not be limited to the following: Meet and greets at the gate,

assisting at awards, set up and assist with livestock sale, assist with overall production of fair as

needed.

What Is In It For You:

You will receive the following as support for being in the program:

• CWSF Ambassador shirt (1), 1 jacket and a sash.

• Driver will receive mileage reimbursement for carpooling from the CWSF grounds.

• Meal stipend when going to all day events.

• Growth and knowledge in what it takes to run the fair, time management skills, public interaction, and

personal growth

2024 Fairest Ambassadors

Erika Sleznikow, Jessica Lindow, and Heidi Kundinger

If you see an event not listed in the "Fairest of the Fair Attended Events" above and would like to see them attend or participate, please fill out a request form located below. Requests must be made at least 7-10 days or more prior to the Event for approval by the committee.

Event Request Form

CWSF Fairest of the Fair Royalty Event Request Form

Event Information:

Name of Event

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Postal Code

Phone Number

Requested Event Dates:

Event Date:

Are there activities you would like the CWSF Royalty to take part in?

Person submitting the request:

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

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This request may take 7-10 business days or more to be approved. It is recommended that all requests be made at least 2 weeks prior to the actual event. By submitting a request, it does not guarantee that a CWSF Fairest will be able to attend.

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