Star-Spangled Contests

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This is the best way to get in the mood for our Elvis Day, this Saturday, August 2. We have a full day of fun planned, including :

• Michael & Blue Suede at 1:15, 4 and 5:15 p.m.
• Elvis Craft Contest noon – 4 p.m.
• Elvis Bingo 12:45 p.m.
• Elvis & Priscilla Look-alike Contest 1:50 p.m.
• Songs sung by Elvis 2:15 p.m.
• Elvis Quiz 3:30 p.m.
• The “ThankyouVeryMuch” Contest 6 p.m.
• The Elvis SCREAM contest 7:45 p.m.
• The Elvis Impersonation Contest 8 p.m.

Click here for your Fair Schedule of Events.

Welcome! Visitors to the 2008 Sonoma County Fair will find lots of red, white & blue bunting, parades, patriotic songs and maybe even a Declaration of Independence recitation contest. We're turning back the clock to a small town celebration, to patriotism without politics. In keeping with this theme, this year's pre-Fair contests include lots of 'star-spangled'competitions for all ages. We encourage you to check the daily schedule of events to see all the contests we offer on the day you're coming to the Fair--there's truly a contest for everyone!


Stroller Derby!   (click here for entry form)
Who Can Enter? All stroller drivers What's the Prize? $275 in cash prizes!
It's a Stroller Derby! Forget about the standard four wheels and a baby--this is your chance to let yourself go! Think of your stroller as a float in a parade, or a centerpiece in a fancy costume. The only limits are your imagination and the size of your stroller. This year's Sonoma County Fair is a Star Spangled Celebration, and that means red, white & blue or whatever you want.

Singing Sensation   (click here for entry form)
Who Can Enter? Open to all fairgoers, ages 13 & up
What's the Prize? $1,000 first prize!
If you've been sitting home, watching American Idol and saying to yourself "I can do that!" this is your chance to stand up and be counted. If you can sing, you belong in this summer's Sonoma County Fair Singing Sensation contest. You won't win a big recording contract or appear on national television, but you might be taking home a $1,000 prize. Entry forms available at the fairgrounds or at www.sonomacountyfair.com. Deadline: July 8.

Amateur Night at the Fair   (click here for entry form)
Who Can Enter? Anyone Can Enter
What Are The Prizes? No prizes - this is just for fun!
Talented people of all ages are invited to show their stuff at Amateur Night at the Sonoma County Fair on Saturday, July 26. There is room for individuals and groups playing musical instruments, singing, dancing, doing acrobatics, juggling, baton twirling, magic, pantomime and or even dramatic reading. Families are encouraged to come and perform together, but groups of unrelated friends are also welcome. Sorry, No bands will be accepted. There is a limit, so sign up early! Entry forms available at the fairgrounds or at www.sonomacountyfair.com.

JOIN THE PARADE!   (click here for entry form)
Who Can Enter? Anyone Can Enter
What Are The Prizes? Surprise Prizes will be given to exceptional entries!
This year's Sonoma County Fair is a Star Spangled Celebration, filled with old fashioned fun, including a daily parade. You are invited to come and join the parade any day during the Fair, starting at 5 p.m. You can just show up any day of the Fair at 4:40 p.m. and participate, but we encourage you to register. Marching bands and dance/drill/baton groups should definitely register by July 19, 2008. Entry forms available at the fairgrounds or at www.sonomacountyfair.com. Click here for tips on how to build a mini-float.

Songs sung by ELVIS Singing Contest   (click here for entry form)
Who Can Enter? Singers of all ages
What's the Prize? $850 in cash prizes!
If you have a favorite Elvis song, and you have the kind of singing voice that makes your listeners ask for more, this is your contest. Each contestant will sing a song originally performed by Elvis Presley, but this is not an Elvis Impersonation contest. The object is to take a song made famous by Elvis Presley and make it your own. Our judges will be looking for the singer who sings an Elvis song with a new interpretation. The 'Songs Sung by Elvis' Singing Contest will be held at the Park Stage at 2:15 p.m. on Saturday, August 2. Entry forms available at the fairgrounds or at www.sonomacountyfair.com. Deadline: July 8.

ELVIS Impersonation Contest   (click here for entry form)
Who Can Enter? All stroller drivers
What's the Prize? $1,000 first prize!
If you have ever sung a song and had friends, family and even strangers say "You sound just like Elvis!", this is the contest for you. This is a musical impersonation contest. That means that you must sing like Elvis, move like Elvis and maybe even look like Elvis. All contestants should be prepared to perform two songs originally performed by Elvis Presley. This contest is for solo vocal performers only. The Fair will provide a professional back-up band. The Elvis Impersonation Contest will be held at at 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 2. Entry forms available at the fairgrounds or at www.sonomacountyfair.com. Deadline: July 8.