Holiday Inn Express & Suites (Group Code - IJHA)
102 Holiday Ln  - Salem, IL 62881  - 618-740-0913 
Cutoff deadline:  5/18/2026 for group rate $139.00

The IJHA is working toward a fun weekend and truly appreciates all the sponsors and volunteers to ensure a successful event!

• THURSDAY: June 18, 2026
  • Cattle can arrive at 6:00 p.m. or after
• FRIDAY: June 19, 2026
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. - Check-in - Quiz bowl written test taken during this time
  • 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Fitting Demonstration
  • 4:30 p.m. - Fitting Contest
  • 6:00-7:30 p.m. IJHA Fun Night
    • Pizza will be provided
• SATURDAY: June 20, 2026 Judge: Steven Green, KY
  • 8:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies in the show ring
  • 8:15 a.m. - Show Starts
  • Showmanship (youngest to oldest, pre-peewee at the end)
  • Bred and Owned Show begins following the conclusion of the Showmanship Contest (Cow/Calf Pairs, Bulls, B&O Heifers, Steers)
  • Scholarship Interviews and Speeches (30 min. following the steer show)
  • 5:30 p.m. - Membership Meeting
  • 7:00 p.m. - Banquet
• SUNDAY: June 21, 2026 Judge: Lee Rincker, IL
  • 7:45 a.m. - Group Picture before the start of the owned show
  • 8:00 a.m. - Owned Heifer Show
    • (ALL SHOWS WILL CONTINUE TO BE NON FIT)