Thank You!

The Clayton Community Fair exists because our entire community shows up, pitches in, and believes in what this fair represents. From our tireless volunteer board of directors, to the superintendents who manage the barns, to the grounds crew who keep the property beautiful year‑round, to the exhibitors, their families, the buyers, and the judges — every single person is a vital part of this tradition.

Our kids spend months preparing their projects, whether raising an animal, crafting something by hand, capturing the perfect photo, researching a poster, or giving a presentation. Every exhibitor grows in skill, confidence, and character as they work toward bringing their best to the fair. We are deeply grateful to the livestock buyers who show up and invest directly in these young people’s efforts. And we especially thank the parents who coordinate schedules, take time off work, coach, counsel, and inspire their kids to embrace the rural way of life.

And of course, we cannot forget the heart and soul of the Clayton Community Fair: our volunteers. Some help only during fair week, while others dedicate themselves year‑round — planning improvements, writing grants, dreaming up new ideas, learning new software, organizing people and projects, and hunting down the countless supplies needed to showcase exhibits. Without these volunteers, there simply is no fair.

But to keep this fair thriving, we need more hands. We need people who can help take in exhibits, hang them, judge them, watch over them during the fair, assist in the barns, support youth activities, and help create the fun, welcoming atmosphere our fair is known for. Whether you can give a few hours during fair week or contribute time throughout the year, your involvement matters.

If you love this fair, this community, or the kids who make it special, now is the time to step forward. Join us, volunteer with us, and help ensure the Clayton Community Fair continues to grow, inspire, and celebrate the best of rural life. We will be meeting September 22nd 7 PM at the fairgrounds as we start looking at how we can make next year’s fair even better.

We look forward to seeing everyone next August for the Whistle Stop Tour!