Join the Ultimate 4-H Experience at the Nevada 4-H Expo!
Are you ready to showcase your skills, compete with fellow 4-H members, and celebrate everything you’ve learned through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Program? The Nevada 4-H Expo is your chance to step into the spotlight!
Held annually, this action-packed event brings together youth from across the state to exhibit their talents, test their knowledge, and take part in exciting competitions—from animal care and STEM projects to creative arts and shooting sports. Whether you're demonstrating your expertise in livestock, photography, cooking, or robotics, the Expo is where hard work meets recognition!
- Compete in skill-a-thons and quiz bowls for a shot at the Western National Roundup.
- Show off your livestock and animal care knowledge, from reptiles to horses
- Display your creativity through art, photography, and sewing projects
- Engage in hands-on STEM activities that put your problem-solving skills to the test
- Culminate your 4-H Shooting Sports journey with a statewide competition
This free, family-friendly event is open to the public, making it the perfect opportunity to inspire others and experience the full excitement of 4-H. Whether you're competing, learning, or cheering on friends, there’s something for everyone at the Nevada 4-H Expo.
Don’t miss out—join us and make your mark at the state’s biggest 4-H event!
Thursday, September 19, 2025
3:00 PM Set Up
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Committee Chair Check-in
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Participant Check-in
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Shooting Sports silent auction item drop off
*Static exhibits must be checked-in by 8:00 pm to be judged
Friday, September 20, 2025
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM Livestock Check-In/Health inspection
8:00 AM Opening Ceremony & Group/County Photo
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Static Exhibits Judging
9:00 AM Swine Breeding Show and Showmanship
Sheep Breeding Show and Showmanship
Meat Goat Show and Showmanship
Beef Breeding Show and Showmanship
Dairy Cattle Show and Showmanship
Dairy Goat Show and Showmanship
9:00 AM Shooting Sports Match (Air Rifle, Air Pistol, Archery)
1:00 PM State Livestock Skill-a-Thon Contest
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Static Exhibits Open to Public
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Participant Check-in: Saturday competitions
6:00 PM Fun Run/Walk/Glow Run
Saturday, September 21, 2025
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM Dog Show Check-in/Health inspection
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM Small Animal Check-in (Rabbit, Cavy, Poultry, etc.) /Health inspection
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM Horse Show Check-in/Health inspection
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Horse Show (Halter, Showmanship, English, and Western)
8:00 AM Shotgun Participant Check-in at Shotgun Range
8:30 AM Dog Show – Showmanship
Dog Show – Obedience (immediately following Showmanship)
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Small Animal Shows (Rabbit & Cavy)
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Shooting Sports (Shotgun)
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Shooting Sports Match (.22 Rifle, .22 Pistol, Muzzleloader)
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM National 4-H STEM Challenge Activity
1:00 PM Livestock Quiz Bowl Contest
1:00 PM Small Animal Show (Poultry)
1:00 PM Dog Show – Rally
Dog Show – Agility (immediately following Rally)
2:00 PM Small Animal Show (Herpetology)
2:00 PM Fashion Revue
3:00 PM Demonstration Contest
Public Speaking Contest
4:00 PM Large Animal & Small Animal Round Robins
6:30 PM– 8:00 PM Ice Cream Social, Expo Awards & Volunteer Recognition
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Check Out Projects
8:00 PM Clean Up Facilities
**Schedule of Events subject to change**
***All Expo Participants must check-in at the main office, then check-in for the show during designated times***
