Various county fairs showcased their unique offerings and competitions in 2024, with notable highlights from multiple events. The Franklin County Fair featured numerous sweepstakes winners in creative arts, crops, and crafts, emphasizing local talent (source: HJ News). The State Fair of Texas, running from Sept. 27 to Oct. 20, introduced new attractions including performances by Cirque du Soleil and card-stacking demonstrations by Bryan Berg (source: Dallas News). The Idaho County Fair debuted a 4-H project showcasing alpacas, marking a new chapter for local agricultural education (source: Idaho County Free Press). The Dickson County Fair celebrated its 100th year with an innovative painting event focused on the iconic Ferris wheel, alongside traditional fair activities (source: Main Street Media TN). Lastly, the Sherman County Fair continued its legacy with various competitions, highlighting the engagement of 4-H and FFA members (source: Columbia Community Connection).