Baby Contest
Event time and registration
September 3rd at 4:00pm
Midway Tent
Download the flyer
Download the Baby Contest flyer for details about age groups, rules, and judging.
Contest details, guidelines, and prizes
Calling all little rockstars!
“Rockin’ the 90s” is the theme for the 2026 Iron County Fair Beautiful Baby Contest, celebrating the cutest tiny trendsetters and coolest babies around! From scrunchies and shades to denim and big smiles, we can’t wait to see our youngest fairgoers show off their 90s flair.
If your baby is ready to steal the spotlight, enter this annual fair favorite! The contest is open to babies up to 24 months old, and boys and girls will compete separately.
Entry Fee: $10
Contest Guidelines
Age Groups
- 0–6 months
- 7–12 months
- 13–24 months
Judging Rubric
- 25% — Creativity and originality
- 25% — Dress according to this year’s theme
- 25% — Makes you smile / expressiveness
- 25% — Overall health of the child
Tips for your baby
- Help them smile and wave, or blow kisses at a family member in the audience.
- Dress according to the theme.
- Have your child well-groomed with clean hair and a clean outfit.
- Be creative and show off your baby’s personality!
- Do not use wigs or makeup.
Prizes & Parade
Winners will receive a wagon to be pulled in the Labor Day Parade on Monday, September 7.
Contestants do not have to be residents of Iron County; however, winners must participate in the Labor Day Parade.
For more information, contact the Iron County Fair at (435) 477-8380.
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