August 28, 2026 - 9:27am -- shaw.524@osu.edu

Night to Shine in the Show Ring is an opportunity for special needs youth and adults to work with a 4-H/FFA youth member that has raised and shown animals. Youth mentors will be paired with Night to Shine Participants.

The show will take place on Monday, September 7 at 3:00 pm during the Washington County Fair. Mentors and participants will begin the show at 2:30 by meeting each other and meeting the animal prior to the show at 3:00.

The show is very informal and the youth will always have control of the animal with your assistance. A couple of adults will talk to each team about your animal and ask some fun questions.

You will be required to upload a picture of yourself with your animal when you complete the application.

Registration for Mentors is required and due ASAP!!

Mentor Flyer: Flyer for Mentors

Mentor Application Link: https://go.osu.edu/night2shinementor

Do you know a special needs youth or adult that would like to participate in the show? Encourage them to apply by August 28 or ASAP

Participant Flyer: Flyer for Participants

Participant Application: https://go.osu.edu/night2shineparticipant