2026 Awards

Jul 1

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Now is the time to nominate that special person who never seems to be recognized for their hard work and service to your local fair. As your fair season begins, think about the dedicated

volunteers you work with. Send in your nomination for the Hall of Fame, Charles Smith

Memorial Award, Lloyd Dunaway Award, Workhorse Award, and the Mary Louise Fiser

Family Award. The guidelines are listed on the AFMA website. The deadline for receiving the nominations is October 15, 2026.

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