Hobbies & Handcrafts

Look for the icon for special competitions and theme awards celebrating America’s 250th anniversary!

Collections

View 2026 Competition Guide
Entry deadline: Friday, May 15, by 6 p.m.

Handcrafts

View 2026 Competition Guide
Entry deadline: Friday, May 15, by 6 p.m.

Jewelry Arts

View 2026 Competition Guide
Entry deadline: Friday, may 15, by 6 p.m.

Fiber Arts

View 2026 Competition Guide
Entry deadline: Friday, May 15, by 6 p.m.

Special Contests

Knots Of Love – Knitted & Crocheted Caps
Warming the hearts and heads of those experiencing traumatic hair loss, no matter the cause. All entries become the property of the OC Fair and will be donated to Knots of Love at the close of Fair.

Quilts of Valor – Quilt Blocks
Handmade quilts for service-members and veterans touched by war. All entries become the property of the OC Fair and will be donated to the Quilts of Valor Foundation at the close of Fair.

For more information, visit pages 14 and 15 of the Fiber Arts Guide.