Bakers across Independence County are being invited to show off their homemade dessert skills during the 105th Independence County Fair Pie Contest on Friday, June 12, 2026, as part of Senior Citizens Day activities at the fairgrounds.
The popular annual contest will take place during the 105th Independence County Fair, running June 5 through June 13, 2026, in Batesville. Contest registration and pie drop-off will be held from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Entertainment Building.
Fair organizers say anyone age 55 and older who lives in Independence County may participate. Contestants can enter pies in 3 categories including cream, fruit, and nut pies.
All pies must be accompanied by the recipe and submitted in a disposable pie plate or disposable container. Organizers say all pies must also be registered using the official contest form.
Cash prizes will be awarded to winners in each division, with each category winner receiving $25. The overall grand prize winner will receive $50. In addition to prize money, winners will also receive a customized Independence County Fair Pie Contest cutting board.
Senior Citizens Day at the fair will also feature bingo, cornhole, information booths, health screenings, vendors, food, and fellowship throughout the morning.
For questions regarding the Pie Contest, contact Ms. Claudia Reese at 501-454-4509.
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