As a large proponent of community involvement, The South Carolina Foothills Heritage Fair is proud to offer a variety of opportunities for local residents to participate in the fair through special exhibits.
Explore this year’s opportunities below and enter!

CANNING COMPETITION
Bring your Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Relish, Vegetables, Fruits, Sauces and Meats that you have canned this year for a friendly Canning Competition at the Fair. You might be the Grand Champion! Entry is FREE and is open to any age. Entries must be delivered to the fair grounds on Sept 19, 2021 from 2-4pm (Early entries may be dropped off at Oconee History Museum Tuesday–Saturdays from 11am-5pm). Sponsored by the Oconee History Museum.
SWINE SHOW
Thursday, Sept 23, 2021 at 6pm
ENTRY FORMS DUE Sept 15th! See entry form for show details.
Due to limited space, only one pig per showman please.
4-H DOG OBEDIENCE SHOW
Tuesday, Sept 21, 2021 at 5pm
4-H Youth members in grades 3 – 12 are invited to participate in the Dog Obedience show at the SC Foothills Heritage Fair. For more information, contact Oconee County Extension Office (864) 638-5889
4-H POULTRY SHOW
Thursday, Sept 23, 2021 at 6pm
The poultry show is open to all 4-H members throughout South Carolina. Youth ages 5 – 19 are eligible to participate. This show will consist of Showmanship and Breed Class. For more information, contact Oconee County Extension Office (864) 638-5889.
REGISTRATION AT 5PM PRIOR TO SHOW.
4-H RABBIT SHOW
Saturday, Sept 25, 2021 at 10am
The rabbit show is open to all 4-H members throughout South Carolina. Youth ages 5 – 19 are eligible to participate. This show will consist of: breed class, showmanship, breed ID, judging contest and a written rabbit knowledge exam. For more information, contact Oconee County Extension Office (864) 638-5889. REGISTRATION AT 9AM PRIOR TO SHOW.
BEEF CATTLE SHOW
Friday, Sept 24, 2021 at 6pm
If you have any questions, contact Shawn Smith 864-634-3233 or Tara Rogers 864-276-4512.
4-H/FFA – SCFHF Market Goat Show
Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at 10am
If you have any questions, contact Shawn Smith 864-634-3233 or Tara Rogers 864-276-4512