alaska state fair
Aug 15 - Sep 1, 2025
Menu

Vagabond Blues Just for Kids Cookie Contest

Come see the Cabbage Fairies Judging at 7pm!

  • Fri Aug 22
    7:00pmHoskins Exhibits

, , , , , , , , ,

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

  • One entry per child.
  • One child per entry.
  • Contest open to youth entrants 5 to 12 years of age.
  • Cookie should be based on this year’s theme “Reach for the Stars”
  • Extra points will be given for creativity – Use your imagination!
  • Entries should contain at least 6 cookies on a disposable plate covered with plastic wrap.
  • Adults:  Please support your child cookie maker to allow them to make their own creations. (child = hands on, adult = watch, guide)
  • All recipes become property of Vagabond Blues and the Alaska State Fair, Inc.
  • Recipes must be typed on an 8½” x 11” sheet of paper and submitted with entry. (Original and unpublished recipes only)
    • Printed on Top: Recipe Title
    • Printed on Bottom: Baker Name, Address & Phone Number
    • Handwritten recipes will not be accepted.
  • The 2024 first place winner is not eligible for the 2025 contest.

Important Times

Entries Accepted: 4:45 pm thru 6:45 pm

Judging at 7 pm

2025 PRIZES:

  • 1st Place – $75 + $25 Gift Card
  • 2nd Place – $25 + $25 Gift Card
  • 3rd Place – $25 Gift Card

Each winner receives a ribbon!

2024 WINNERS:

  • 1st: Sankaty Repnow – Palmer, Alaska
  • 2nd: Caroline Christine Miller – Palmer, Alaska
  • 3rd: Peyton L. Smith – Delta Junction, Alaska

Official Contest Entry Information

The following information applies to all Special Cooking Contests held in the Hoskins Exhibits:

  • Bring your prepared entry to Hoskins Exhibits on the date of the contest; date and times are noted in contest information.
  • All entrants must purchase Fair admission.
  • Entries will not be returned.
  • Decisions by the judges are final.
  • Recipes must be typed on an 8½” x 11” sheet of paper and submitted with entry.
  • Original and unpublished recipes only
    • Printed on Top: Recipe Title
    • Printed on Bottom: Baker Name, Address & Phone Number
    • Handwritten recipes will not be accepted.
  • To allow competitor time to enjoy fair without compromising special contest entry, the Hoskins Building provides both refrigerated and non-refrigerated, secure storage.  Upon arrival at the fair, competitor must coordinate with the Exhibits Attendant in the Hoskins Building.  Competitor must return to register their entry between 4:45 pm and 6:45 pm.
  • Any questions? Contact [email protected]