Learn More About the Program

The Miss Boone County Fair Queen Program is a leadership development and scholarship program. Rooted in Boone County’s long-standing 4-H and fair tradition, the program provides participants with meaningful opportunities to develop real-world skills while representing Boone County with pride and profesionalism.

Our Purpose
The purpose of the Miss Boone County Fair Queen Program is to support and encourage the next generation of female leaders by offering an experience that blends personal growth, responsibility, and service.

What Participants Gain
Through participation in the program, young women develop skills that extend well beyond the fair and competition season, including:

Interview and professional communication skills
Public speaking and presentation experience
Confidence in representing themselves and their community
Leadership presence and responsibility
Community involvement and service

These experiences help prepare participants for future opportunities in education, careers, and leadership roles.

Competition with Purpose
While the Miss Boone County Fair Queen Program includes competitive elements, those components exist to teach and reinforce life skills, not to judge physical appearance. Each portion of the program is designed to help participants practice confidence, preparation, and professionalism in settings similar to interviews, presentations, and public leadership roles.
The focus is on who participants are becoming, not how they look.

Community Representation
Participants selected as Miss Boone County and members of the court serve as ambassadors for Boone County throughout the fair season and beyond. This role emphasizes professionalism, service, and positive community engagement.
Representing Boone County is both an honor and a responsibility, and participants are supported throughout the experience.

Supportive Program Environment
The Miss Boone County Fair Queen Program is guided by a dedicated local committee and follows clear guidelines to ensure a positive, respectful, and encouraging experience for all participants.
Coaching and guidance are provided throughout the program so contestants feel prepared, informed, and confident at each stage.

Is this Program Right for You?
You do not need prior experience to participate.
If you meet the eligibility requirements and are interested in growing as a leader, developing confidence, and serving your community, we encourage you to learn more and consider applying.
Questions are always welcome, and reaching out does not obligate you to participate.

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Beyond the Crown

It’s More Than a Title - It’s a Foundation for Life.

The Miss Boone County Fair Queen Program helps young women discover what they’re capable of. From commanding interviews to representing their community with grace, our contestants leave prepared to lead in any arena—professional, academic, or civic.

Alumni of our program have gone on to become nonprofit founders, state-level advocates, business leaders, and mentors. What begins as a fairground tradition becomes a lifelong advantage built on hard work, confidence, and purpose.

Celebrating 67 Years of Tradition and Leadership

The Miss Boone County Fair Queen Contest isn’t just another competition – it’s a legacy of leadership, personal growth, and community involvement that has spanned 66 remarkable years. Since its inception, this contest has helped shape young women into confident, capable leaders, both in Boone County and beyond.

With a proud history that includes two Miss Indiana State Fair Queens, several state finalists, and multiple runner-up title holders, our program stands out. But the true success of our contestants doesn’t stop at the county and state fair level. Many participants have gone on to become influential community leaders, successful professionals, and inspiring role models who make a real difference in the world around them.