Monticello, Iowa

2023 Contests and Open Shows

Fair Queen Contest

If you're here because you're interested in running to be the 2023 Great Jones County Fair Queen, congratulations for stepping out of your comfort zone and into a new and exciting experience. We are so pleased that you would like to be a part of the 24th Annual Great Jones County Fair Queen Contest.
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State Fair Queen Contest

Contact Fair Office for details.

Cowgirl Queen Contest

Monday, July 17 @ 6:30 p.m.
Ever thought of entering the Cowgirl Queen Contest at the Iowa State Fair? Well we are proud to announce that the Great Jones County Fair is now hosting its own Cowgirl Queen Contest! There will be a Junior and Senior division. The winner from either division will be sponsored to compete in the same contest at the State Fair!
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Cookout Contest

Sunday July 23
West of Berndes Center (Same location as 2019)
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More information on the 23' Fair is being added all the time. Below is what we have so far, please check back in late spring or early summer of 2023 for full information.