HUTCHINSON – Singers, musicians, comedians, and entertainers of every age are encouraged to put their talents before a live audience by taking part in the 41st annual talent contest at the McLeod County Fair on Sunday, August 22.

Prizes are awarded to the top three winners in each category. This year only, both the first and second place winners in each category at the county fair level will advance to the Minnesota State Fair talent contest at the Minnesota State Fair, which runs August 26 through Labor Day, September 6, 2021.

Registration deadline is Sunday, August 15. For talent contest information or to receive an entry form visit our website at: https://www.mcleodcountyfair.com/p/getconnected/contests/amateur-talent-contest

For more information on the Minnesota State Fair Amateur Contest, please email msfent@mnstatefair.org or call 651-288-4418.

The McLeod County Fair runs Thursday, August 19 – Sunday, August 22.