Superintendent:
Kerry Darby
860-316-7921
kerrypdarby@yahoo.com
Mail Entries to:
Kerry Darby
Attn: Baking
110 Pepperidge Road
Portland, CT 06480
“Agriculture: Together We Grow Celebrating 250 Years of Progress in Agriculture”
-Agriculture Council of America
For 250 years our country has had dirt under it’s nails, and we couldn’t be more proud of it! From backyard gardeners to family farms, agriculture has always been at the heart of our community. This year’s fair celebrates that rich tradition through the hands-on skills passed down through generations – the perfectly preserved jam, the prize-winning bloom, the lovingly knitted garment. Whether you’re a lifelong farmer or a first time exhibitor these exhibits remind us that growing things together is what keeps our community thriving.
Look for these special Themed Entries throughout the Crafts & Community Tent
| Baking | Trashion Show | Canned Goods |
| Happy Birthday America Cake | 250 Years of America | Victory Garden Pickles |
| Veg & Fruits | Youth | Flowers |
| Heirloom Display | Flag | Native Arrangement |
| Crafts & Collections | Photography | Needle & Fiber Arts |
| “Farm to Table” | “Spotlight on Agriculture” | a “Sample of History” |
- Entry forms must be received by mail or email no later than Tuesday before the fair. The committee will accept exhibits on Thursday, the day before the fair between 5 – 7 pm. No unregistered entries will be accepted.
- All baked goods must be on white paper or plastic plate, and must be covered with a clear Ziploc plastic bag. A label with the name of the item must be included.
- There is no refrigeration, items requiring refrigeration will be disqualified.
- Entries must be the work of the exhibitor. No commercial mixes will be accepted.
- Limit is one entry per category. Please put name of item on the entry blank.
- Judging for the entire department will be on the Danish System (all exhibits judged on their own merits and not in competition with other entries). Multiple awards can be given in a category.
- The Exhibit tent will close at 5:00 on Sunday to the public and to the exhibitors to prepare for 6:00 pick-up. THERE WILL BE NO ENTRY INTO THE TENT BETWEEN 5:00 – 6:00. Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Exhibits not picked up by 7:00 pm will be discarded. Any winnings will be donated back to the Portland Fair.
- Exhibits will be under observation at all times during the fair. Security guards will be on duty during the night, however the Association is not responsible for anything damaged, lost or stolen.
Bread
1. Biscuit or Rolls, 6 pieces
2. Yeast
3. Quick
4. Muffins, 6 pieces
5. Other
Cake
1. Layer
2. Sheet
3. Pound
4. Coffee
5. Bundt
6. Cupcakes, 6 pieces
7. Other
Candy
1. Fudge
2. Carmels
3. Other
Cookies
1. Rolled
2. Dropped
3. Filled
4. Bar or Brownies
5. Other
Gluten Free
Cookies
1. Apple
2. Other Fruit
3. Pumpkin
4. Other
Sourdough
1. Bread
2. Crackers
3. Other
Spirit of Portland
Any baked good that showcases the Spirit of Portland. Please include a 3×5 index card to be displayed with your item that explains what you chose and why. No Business Advertising
Themed Entry – Happy Birthday America Cake
A decorated layer cake celebrating our nations 250th birthday
Triple Crown – Pear Galette
Click here for details
Note: Youth / Junior baking has been moved. Click Here
$5.00 Best in Show & Rosette
- 1st: $4.00
- 2nd: $3.00
- 3rd: $2.00
Spirit of Portland | Themed Entry – Happy Birthday American Cake | State Baking Contest
- 1st: $8.00
- 2nd: $6.00
- 3rd: $4.00
Triple Crown
- 1st: $50.00
- 2nd: $25.00
- 3rd: $15.00
2026 BAKING CONTEST
Lemon Bliss Cake – Adult
S’more Granola Bars – Junior
Apple Pie Contest
Click HERE for more information