Stratham Hill Park Fairgrounds
270 Portsmouth Ave
Stratham, NH 03885
United States
We are excited to announce the return of the Stratham 4-H Summerfest! All New Hampshire 4-H youth have the opportunity to show animals during this one-day public event on July 19. Animal shows include dairy, beef, sheep, goats, dogs, rabbits and working steer.
Strafford and Rockingham County 4-H youth are invited to display their projects in the exhibit hall.
Outside of the event itself, there will be opportunities for 4-H'ers to get together for special 4-H-only events on Friday night.
The 4-H Stratham Summerfest will be open to the public from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 19.
At the Summerfest, the finished results of 4-H member and volunteer leader efforts are on display, emphasizing practical life skills gained through a broad variety of 4-H projects and activities. These projects are displayed in the 4-H Building, livestock barns, and show rings.
Caitlin Wollack
Strafford County 4-H Program Manager
caitlin.wollack@unh.eduEmmalee Garvin
Rockingham County 4-H Program Manager
emmalee.garvin@unh.eduJanell George
Rockingham County 4-H Administrative Assistant
janell.george@unh.eduBettina Sietz
Strafford County Administrative Assistant
bettina.sietz@unh.edu
Schedule
Friday, July 18th, 2025
3:00-8:00 Animal Drop-off
5:00 4-H Potluck Dinner
6:00 Forestry Competition
Saturday, July 19th, 2025
7:00 Day-of Animal Drop-off All trailers must be parked by 8:00 am
8:00 Mandatory Meeting for Animal Exhibitors
8:00-4:00 Animal Shows
8:00 – 4:00 Building Exhibit
4:00 First Responders Soft Ball Game
4:30 Awards Ceremony
9:00-6:00 Summerfest open to public
5:00-6:00 Animals/Exhibitors may begin to leave
Animal Shows
Many 4-H members work on projects related to agriculture and animal husbandry. 4-H members from across New Hampshire show their animals and practice their skills, not only as they pursue ribbons and fair premiums, but also as they work to educate other fair visitors about responsible agricultural practices.
The 2025 Stratham 4-H Summerfest Animal Premium Book provides a list of guidelines and classes for each animal exhibit.
All entries for animals and classes must be completed through FairEntry:Deadline: June 28th.
Building Exhibits
Exhibits in the 4-H Building at Stratham Summerfest include individual and club/program displays on cooking, rocketry, shooting sports, gardening, sewing and textiles, GPS navigation, communications skills, wind power, hiking and environmental stewardship, service learning, and much more!
The 2025 4-H Building Premium Book provides you with a list of information about exhibit guidelines, classes and item descriptions. Contact us with any questions about guidelines or class selections.
All entries for 4-H building exhibits must be completed through FairEntry and each item must be listed . Deadline: June 28, 2025
We invite Rockingham and Strafford County 4-H Clubs, Groups and Families to create a display for the 4-H Building to showcase 4-H projects and activities over the past year!
Request Display Space here.
Deadline: June 28, 2025
Potted Flower Arrangement Competition
4-H Clubs and Families may enter an ornamental potted flower arrangement for the 2025 Flower Arrangement Competition!
Arrangements may include any assortment of flowers, ornamental grasses, and herbs to create a living piece of art!
King Arthur Baking Competition
Youth Baking Competition Recipe: Better For You Brownies
See Building Display Premium Book for details and register by June 28.
Volunteer Opportunities
Exhibitors are expected to assist with building clean up on Saturday, June 21, 9:00 a.m.-12 (noon) - Please email Caitlin at caitlin.wollack@unh.edu to let us know you will be there.
We need help judging 4-H project entries on dates TBD.
Please email Caitlin.Wollack@unh.edu if you are interested in judging 4-H project entries.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Your sponsorship would support 4-H members to showcase their passion. Contributions will help cover expenses related to animal care, awards equipment, and other necessities associated with their participation.
If you have questions about Stratham Summerfest please contact Caitlin Wollack, Strafford County 4-H Program Manager at caitlin.wollack@unh.edu
NH 4-H and the Strafford County 4-H Leaders Association are a 501c3 nonprofit. Donations are tax deductible. A receipt of your donation will be sent to the address below for tax purposes.
Become a Stratham 4-H Summerfest Sponsor
Sponsorship Levels
Deadline to have logo on arena banner for the 2025 Summerfest is June 16, 2025
Gold ($251 and up)
- Sponsor Certificate and Sticker
- Name and Logo on Arena Banner
- Name and Logo on Event BINGO Board
- Social Media Post
Silver ($151-$250)
- Sponsor Certificate and Sticker
- Personal or Business Name on Arena Banner
- Social Media Post
Bronze ($50-$150)
- Sponsor Certificate and Sticker
Pictures from last Stratham Summerfest
