69th Annual South Greenville Fair
Fair Queen Application & Rules 2026

1.  Contestant must be a U.S. Citizen, and the contestant must be a resident of the South Greenville area, or a South Greenville Fair participant/showman. 
2.  Contestant must be a minimum of 14 years of age by January 1st, 2026, and not reached her 21st birthday by January 1st, 2026. Proof of age must be provided with application (copy of birth certificate, state ID, driver’s license /permit, etc.).
3.  Contestants must be single and never been married or had a marriage annulled; and never been pregnant.
4.  Other than minor traffic offenses, a contestant must never have been convicted of any felonies and there can be no current charges pending against her.
5.  The manner in which the contestant conducts herself should always be that of respect for herself, the South Greenville Fair, and its Board, Participants, Guests, Sponsors, and Committees.  The contestant must be of good moral character and has not been involved in any act that would not be considered of good moral character. Contestants must conduct themselves with moral character becoming of a queen contestant at all times while vying for the title.  Any attitudes, actions, or activities perceived as conduct unbecoming of a queen contestant can and may result in the immediate removal of the contestant or dismissal of title holder at any given time at the discretion of the Fair Queen Committee.  Such decisions SHALL BE FINAL!!
6.  Contestants/Queen may not use alcohol, drugs, or other controlled substances while representing the South Greenville Fair.  Nor may Contestants/Queen smoke cigarettes or use tobacco products of any kind.
7.  Winners should limit personal visitors, and cell phone use during active duties/ public appearances, etc. as Fair Queen.  There also will be no public displays of affection during Contestant/Queen duties.
8.  All clothing worn by the contestants/Queen/Runners Up should be tasteful, and appropriate for the occasion.  (If it is acceptable by school pageant/dress code rules- it should be acceptable for the Fair pageant/activities.)
9.  All Judges Decisions are FINAL!!  
10.  South Greenville Fair will not be responsible for anything lost or stolen during the course of pageant activities or appearances.
11.   All photos and/or public releases must be approved by the South Greenville Fair Board.
12.  The South Greenville Fair Queen/Runners Up will act as hosts of the Fair.  They will hand out award ribbons during the shows, greet people, pose for photos, sign autographs, and may also be asked or allowed to participate in parades, and/or fund raisers, etc.  Duties will occur on Friday, September 18th, 2026 5:00 pm until end of last show, & Saturday, September 19th, 2026, 9 am- approx. 3:00 pm.   Additional activities past this date will be at their discretion as approved by the South Greenville Fair Board.  
13.  South Greenville Fair Board reserves the right to remove a contestant/Queen at any given time for any violation of any of these rules or for any act deemed inappropriate.  Such decisions SHALL BE FINAL!!
14.  The Contestant agrees that the time, manner, and method of conducting and judging the pageant will be solely within the discretion of the pageant officials and the decision of the judges is final.
15.  Scholarship money will be awarded to the winner of the South Greenville Fair Queen Contest.
16. Fair Queen Scholarship Winner may not reapply for a period of 3 years post her win.                          

South Greenville Fair Queen Participation Release
*If contestant is under the age of 18, this must be signed by a parent/legal guardian.

I, __________________________________________, hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand the official South Greenville Fair Queen rules and agree to the following:

1. All statements contained in this application are known to be true and accurate.
2.  I agree to abide by all rules and regulations set by the South Greenville Fair Board.
3.  I will conduct myself in a sportsman-like manner, and be a positive representative for myself, the South Greenville Fair, and agriculture and its related associations.  
4.  I also acknowledge that livestock, machinery, and other agriculture products, and events are used and
involved in the South Greenville Fair, and with such, inherent risk.  I, my parents/ guardians, etc. accept all risk, and will be responsible for any and all claims and liabilities arising out of strict liability or ordinary negligence of releases or any other participant or myself which causes the undersigned incident, resulting in injury, death, damages, or property damages. Understand that entry into the event areas and/or participation in the event contains inherent danger and risk of injury or death,
 and we appreciate that you voluntarily accept all risk.  
5.  I am responsible for providing all medical insurance coverage in the event of any such injuries.

____________________________________________        Contestant Signature/Date

____________________________________________	Parent/Legal Guardian Signature/Date

____________________________________________	Parent/ Legal Guardian Signature/Date

___________________________________________	Pageant Director’s Signature/Date

Contact Phone Number:_____________________________________

Emergency Contact Number:_________________________________

southgreenvillefair@yahoo.com 

**IT IS THE WINNER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTACT SG FAIR AT TIME OF COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FOR SCHOLARSHIP EARNINGS**

Miss. South Greenville Fair 2026

Full Name:_____________________________	 DOB:________________

Daughter of :_______________________________________________________
											
Address:_______________________________		Age:____________
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Phone:_________________________   School:_________________________

E-mail:________________________     Grade: ___________    GPA:________

THIS APPLICATION SHOULD BE TREATED AS A PROFESSIONAL INTERVIEW PROCESS: INCLUDING TYPED, PROOFED, WELL ORGANIZED, & COMPLETE. 
 
What is your personal agriculture &/or community related background or experience? Also list any Related Clubs, Groups, etc you may participate in?
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List any additional Education/Community/Ag related accomplishments you have achieved. ____________________________________________________________________________
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What does it mean to you to be involved in your community or in agriculture? ____________________________________________________________________________
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Agriculture/Fairs, FFA/4-H etc., are becoming smaller & smaller in our area. What do you see as their importance? ___________________________________________________________
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What is one of your most favorite quotes/statements, etc. and why? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Make a statement about the future of Agriculture or your community. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

*Please include an 8x10 photo (prefer head shot) to be displayed at the Fair. 
This will also serve as the winner’s autograph page photo. *

Signed: _____________________________________________		Pg 2
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**Attach 4-6 Photographs to this page showing you involved with agriculture or the community.  Creativity/Personality counts- keep it to this page only! Collage, etc. No other pages accepted!!*

				
*Contestant’s MUST have mailed separately from their application- a letter of recommendation & statement of their conduct and ability to represent the South Greenville Fair. May not be completed by a family member. May be completed by any community member, teacher, FFA/4-H Advisor, sports coach, boss, etc. MUST be received by Friday, Sept. 4th, 2026, to Peden Styles- 509 Garrett-Patton Rd., Fountain Inn, SC 29644 or psty300@bellsouth.net directly from the signing sender-not from the contestant. 

I, __________________________________________, (title) ________________________________, am recommending ________________________________ as a 2026 SG Fair Queen Contestant.

Signature: ______________________________________ Date: _____________________

Statement of Contestant’s Conduct & Ability:
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*We greatly appreciate your honesty & assistance in selecting our South Greenville Fair Queen!! Most Sincerely, Peden Styles & SGF Board
7-1-26
Dear South Greenville Fair Queen Contestant:

Thank- you from the South Greenville Fair Pageant Committee for your interest in representing our Fair.  The contest is open to any girl ages 14-20 years old 
with a passion for agriculture and her community! 
Complete this as seriously and professionally as a job interview!  
Please read the official rules, complete & return the application (pages 1-3), signed participation release, photo., & proof of age (copy of birth certificate, State ID or Driver’s License).  Also have mailed/emailed your recommendation letter to:
 Peden Styles at 509 Garrett-Patton Rd., Fountain Inn, SC  29644 / southgreenvillefair@yahoo.com  no later than Friday, September 4th, 2026.  
The judging committee will review all applications and vote on a Fair Queen winner & Runners Up.  The winner will receive a scholarship and prizes. 2 Runners-up will receive a plaque and prizes. We appreciate all contestants!  The top 3 applicants will be notified by text or email by the Wed. prior to the Fair, and should arrive at the Fair Grounds to the  Fair Queen display tent next to the Main Arena on 
Friday, Sept 18th by 5 pm for the crowning ceremony at approx 5:15 pm.  
Contestants should wear a long sleeve blouse, jeans or pants, and hard toe shoes or boots.  
*The Winner & Runners Up must fulfill their Duties on Friday, September 18th, 5:00 pm until end of last show, & Saturday, September 19th,  9 am- approx. 3:00 pm at the Fair Grounds at the Simpsonville United Methodist Church: 215 S.E. Main St., 
Simpsonville, SC  29681, during the course of the Fair.  The Queen should be prepared to sign autographs (provided), hand out award ribbons to various livestock events, and pose for photo ops, as well as be a cheerful, enthusiastic ambassador for our Fair. 
*Questions may be directed to Peden Styles at southgreenvillefair@yahoo.com or  
#864-616-4449.  I am also more than happy to assist you with the completion of your applications as I am not involved in the picking of the judges or judging process in any way. Also feel free to ask your FFA or school English teachers, etc. to assist you. 
 However, this must be your work and words!  Best Wishes!

Sincerely,

Peden G. Styles
South Greenville Fair Board

ATTN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS:  Please contact the SG Fair via email at southgreenvillefair@yahoo.com
To claim your Scholarship winnings! You must show a copy of your College Admissions Owed or Paid Receipt once you are actively attending College to receive your monies.