Needle Works

Grab your Crochet hooks, Knitting Needles, Embroidery Hoops and Patterns...Fire up your Machines, it's time to CREATE!
For the person who sews, stitches, knits or crochets. Classes include afghans, cross stitch, stump work, hand-sewn and machine quilts, clothing design, decorative home items and much more!

Be sure to check out the Quilt Squares for Scholars Competition and be a part of creating a special masterpiece quilt to support the Erie County Agricultual Society's Scholarship Fund. The quilt squares will be finished into a top and professionally quilted by North Star Quilting. With a $10 donation to the Scholarship Fund, you will have a chance to take home the finished piece! Consider joining the Society to be able to attend the annual Winter Ball in December where the recipient of this year's quilt will be announced. Winner does not need to be present to win. Information can be found on the 'Participate' tab at the top of the page.

Important Dates

Entries Open: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Entry Deadline: Monday, July 13, 2026

Entry Drop-off: Saturday, July 18, 2026, 9AM-3PM and Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 12PM-6PM

Entry Removal: Wednesday, August 26, 12PM-6PM & Thursday, August 21, 2026, 3PM-7PM

Questions?

Contact the Competitive Exhibits office at ceoffice@ecfair.org or by phone at 716-649-3900 ext. 6407

FAQs

What is the entry fee and what does it include?

Is it $25 per entry or $25 total?

What do I do if I am an Erie County Agricultural Society Member?

How do I get my admission passes?

I am out of town on the entry drop-off/removal date of the department I entered in, can someone else drop-off/pick up my entries?

What if I am not sure that my item fits into a category?