Culinary Contests

Whether you’re an experienced cook or simply love experimenting in the kitchen, these competitions offer the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills, creativity, and passion for food. From baking to savory dishes, each contest is packed with flavor, fun, and friendly competition.

Below you’ll find the full schedule of contests, along with the names of our fantastic sponsors. Each contest has a direct link to the application form, so be sure to fill it out and submit it to secure your spot. Remember, you must complete the registration form for each contest you wish to enter.

Let the culinary showdown begin!

Wednesday, August 28

5:00pm

PA Preferred Junior Baking Cookies, Brownies and Bars Contest

Sponsored by: Newburg Deli & Catering

Cookies, Brownies and Bars Contest

7:00pm

Fruit Pies Challenge (excluding apple)

Sponsored by: The Buttered Crumb

Fruit Pies Contest

Thursday, August 29

2:00pm

Quiche Contest

Sponsored by: Newburg Deli & Catering

Quiche Contest

7:00pm

“Any Kind of Fruit” Upside-Down Fruit Cake Contest

Sponsored by: Kyms Creation Bakery

Upside-Down Fruit Cake Contest

Friday, August 30

5:00pm

King Arthur Flour Ultimate Brownie/Blondie Contest

7:00pm

Clover Hill Vineyard & Winery’s Mac & Cheese with a Twist Contest
Saturday, August 31

2:00pm

The Pampered Chef Cake Roll Up Contest

7:00pm

Bechdolts Orchard Fresh Peach Dessert Contest
Sunday, September 1

2:00pm

Best “No Bake” Dessert Contest

Sponsored by: Sparkle with Jeanine and Park Lane Jewelry

Best “NO BAKE” Desert Contest

7:00pm

Homemade Chocolate Cake Contest

Sponsored by: PA State Association of County Fairs and Vynecrest Winery

Homemade Chocolate Cake Contest

Monday, September 2

2:00pm

Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest

Sponsored by: PA State Association of County Fairs and Grim’s Orchard and Family Farms

Ribbon Apple Pie Contest