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HOME ARTS & HOBBIES • ONE-DAY CONTEST

Share your American story through quilting in our American Heritage Quilt Block One-Day Contest!

Participants create their quilt block at home in advance and bring it to the Fair on the day of the contest for judging. Each entry should be a single unfinished quilt block, 10.5 inches square, inspired by heritage, culture, family history, or home.

The contest features two divisions:

  • Echoes of Heritage
  • America’s 250th Birthday

Youth and adult classes are available.

  • Youth age 5-11
  • Youth age 12-17
  • Adults age 18+
COST: FREE • No cost to participate.
ADMISSION: Registered participants receive FREE Fair admission on the day of the contest, available at Will Call with proof of registration and entry.
REGISTRATION: Pre-registration is required. Download entry guide and register online by the registration deadline. There will be NO on-site registration.

PLEASE NOTE: Quilt block entries become the property of the San Diego County Fair and will not be returned.

🗓️ Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 30 • 11:59pm
🗓️ Contest Date: Thursday, July 2 • 1:30pm-2:30pm

Download Entry Instructions

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All Local and State Rules apply.
Location(s): 
American Heritage Quilt Block Contest
July 02, 2026 | 1:30 PM
Join us in Home Arts & Hobbies for a one day contest that celebrates the heritage of quilt blocks. Pre-registration required, ages 5 and up.
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