August 20, 2025 - 9:53am -- rex.87@osu.edu

We are now accepting Allen Co. Fair Livestock Auction Add-On's Online until September 3rd at noon.

Click Here to Place Add-On's Online

ADD-ONS

New! We understand that not everyone can attend our auctions. Should you wish to place an add-on, we now have two different options! You can place add-ons Online starting Thursday, August 21st at https://allenjr.fairwire.com/addon , or in-person to the Junior Fair Office. We will accept add-ons until September 3rd at noon!

Also available online is a “Junior Fair Booster Lot.” We encourage buyers to consider contributing to this fund, which is used to support exhibitors who have a low final premium. We are fortunate to have so many hardworking kids in our county and want to ensure everyone receives support for their projects.  

Directions for Online Add-ons

How to sign in to the Add-on site

Non- Registered Buyers

If you have not registered at our auction before and you DO NOT have a buyer number, follow the next steps:

  1. Visit the ShoWorks Add-on site here: https://allenjr.fairwire.com/addon  and fill out your information.
  2. You will be automatically signed in once completed and view your Account Information.
  3. Click the “Give Addons” button at the top-right of the page.
  4. Read below on how to give Add-ons.

Previously Registered Buyers

If you have registered in-person or online as a Buyer with Allen County Fair before, you can sign in on the Add-on website by following the next steps:

  1. Visit the ShoWorks Add-on site here: https://allenjr.fairwire.com/addon
  2. Select your Buyer Name from the list.
  3. If you have an account with ShoWorks already, use your existing password.
    1. If you do not have an online account but your buyer’s name is on the list, please see the packet sent in the mail with your password, or call our office. 419-879-9108 
  4. Click the “Give Addon” button at the top-right of the page.
  5. Read below on how to give add-ons.

Giving Add-ons to Sale Lots

  1. Be sure that you are logged in before doing these steps!
  2. Add your add-on amounts in the left “Amount to Add-on” column for all lots that you wish to add on too.
  3. When done, scroll to the top of the webpage and ensure that the “Email Address for Receipt” field is correct.
  4. Click the blue “Submit Add-ons” button. Ensure that your add-ons are correct before clicking submit.
  5. Your add-ons are now saved to your online account, be sure to save your receipt or print it for your record.
  6. You may choose to pay your bill online or send your check to the Allen County Fair (2750 Harding Hwy Lima, OH 45804) please make sure to put “Livestock Auction and Buyer number” in the memo.

If you have trouble signing in, please contact Kelly Coble, 419-879-9108 or via email coble.19@osu.edu

Paying your Bill Online

1. Log into your account. (follow the instructions above)

2. Click your name in the upper right corner

3. Click on "Your Profile"

4. Choose the "Your Outstanding Bill" (mid-screen on the right side)

5. Follow the instructions to pay and print a receipt for your records.

If you do not see the exhibitor that you wish to submit an add-on for, please reach out to us.