Show Off Your Canning Skills at the Camden Heritage Festival

(Updated: July 10, 2024, 10:22 a.m.)
Pictures of jars of canned fruit
Pictures of jars of canned fruit

Did you preserve something amazing this year? Share your creations at our Canning Contest during the Camden Heritage Festival! The event will be held from 10 am to 3 pm on September 21st, 2024.

Contest Details:

Categories:
  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Pickles/Relish
  • Preserves, Jams & Conserves
Age Groups:
  • Youth (ages 8-19)
  • Adult (ages 20-64)
  • Senior (ages 65 & up)
Entry Information:
  • Entry Fee: FREE
  • Awards: "Best in Show" awards will be given to the winners of each category. Winners will be announced and showcased on the main stage of the Camden Heritage Festival!
  • Submission Deadline: Entries must be received by Monday, September 16th at the Camden County Extension Office, 120 NC HWY 343 N, Camden, NC 27921.
  • Register Here: Eventbrite Registration
Additional Information:
  • Rules & Judging Criteria: Detailed rules and judging criteria can be viewed on our registration page or downloaded.
  • Entry Assistance: If you need an entry form mailed to you or need assistance completing the form, please contact the Camden Extension Office at 252-331-7630.
For more information or to request accommodations for persons with disabilities, please contact Olivia Patchel at (252) 232-2261 or via email at olivia_patchel@ncsu.edu no later than 10 business days prior to the event.

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your canning skills and celebrate our community's heritage. We look forward to seeing your entries!