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The Western Fairs Association is honored to present

annual awards to the best in our industry

Achievement Awards

Achievement Awards Bringing home an Achievement Award shows your community that their hometown fair is top-notch and helps you demonstrate to potential sponsors that your event is world-class.

Entries for the 2019 Achievement Awards are now open!

Be the Best

Barham Award

Barham Award Presented in remembrance of Hot Dog on a Stick Founder, Dave Barham, and recognizes innovation, quality and leadership in the field of service.

Nominations for the 2019 Barham Award are now being accepted.

See the Best

Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame Presented to an individual whose dedicated efforts have enriched the tradition of fairs and encouraged the professionalism of the industry as a whole.

Nominations for the 2019 Hall of Fame are now being accepted.

Visit the Hall

Merrill Award

Merrill Award Named in honor of Western Fairs Association Founder, Louis Merrill, and is given for those entries that clearly demonstrate innovation, vision and excellence.

2019 Merrill Award Finalists will be presenting their projects January 22, 2020 in Reno.

Get Inspired

Years of Service

Years of Service Length of Service awards recognize members of Western Fairs Association for their continuous service
to the fair industry. Awards are given in five-year increments, beginning at 15 years.

Recommendations must be submitted by November 15, 2019

Get Recognized

Blue Ribbon Award

Blue Ribbon Award This industry recognition program allows member fairs to show their appreciation of individuals or organizations who have volunteered their time and energy in support of their fair.

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