Livestock Events

Jr. Livestock Events

Click the link below to see the rules for all Livestock Projects. ShoWorks Entries will open December 1, 2025.

NEW THIS YEAR!

Livestock & Creative Arts Exhibitors can enter all their species at one time. Entries for each species will close one week before each tag in.

Exhibitors will only need to register online in ShoWorks. No hard copy forms are required.

When initially Registering as an exhibitor, please utilize the “I am a new exhibitor or have not registered this year” and fill out all the required information.

Auction
Livestock Auction
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1pm
NYF Livestock Arena

If you would like an easy way to see the exhibitors, the list attached below is alphabetical.

Bucket Calf Show

Kickstart Your Kiddo’s Livestock Journey — Bucket Calf Registration is NOW OPEN!

Have a young one eager to dive into the world of showing livestock? The Bucket Calf Project is the perfect way to get them started with an animal that’s just their size and full of big learning opportunities!

Registration Deadline:
All exhibitors must register and pay online through ShoWorks no later than January 3, 2026.
Registrations received after January 3rd will incur a $150 late fee.

Mock Tag-In & Record Book Pickup:
Join us on Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
NYF Creative Arts Building
This is your chance to grab your record book and make sure you’re all set for an exciting season!

Don’t miss out — help your young showman build confidence, responsibility, and unforgettable memories. Let’s make this year’s Bucket Calf Project the best one yet!

Click this link for the 2026 Bucket Calf Rules

Pee-Wee Showmanship & All- Star Showcase
The fourth annual NYF All-Star Showcase empowers youth with special needs by pairing them with buddies/mentors and providing them an opportunity to participate in the livestock show experience. The buddies/mentors will help the participants to bond with the animal on show day and to insure the safety of the youth showmen and the animals. Needville Youth Fair Board shall work hand-in-hand with N.I.S.D. teaching staff to promote a positive and meaningful experience for all participants, buddy/mentors and volunteers.