Allen County Open Llama Show, Fort Wayne, IN

As time does and things change I need to announce an unfortunate change. The Allen County Open will no longer be on the Show schedules. It has been my pleasure to do this show for the last number of years. I’ve enjoyed all of the animals, exhibitors, vendors, and spectators that make our industry thrive. I know so many friends of this show have supported it for years, I’ve noticed new faces and return promises every year and I looked forward to the show myself for just those reasons. I want to thank each and every person who contributed to success of the Allen County Open over all this time.

I now ask all of you to look forward to supporting with the same vitality and anticipation you gave us, the HLAA (Hoosier Llama & Alpaca Association) Llama Show. You’ll find the entry forms in a post right here. I’ve been a member of HLAA for some time and know their team will put on a first class show and you will see many of the same llama friends that we all know and love seeing at shows.

It Happens Memorial Day Weekend at the DeKalb County (Indiana) Fairgrounds. You don’t want to miss this show!

Please consider supporting our new club as we raise funds to support workshops, training, and awards for our members!

When Tuesday afternoon feels like a ghost town compared to Saturday's crowds, don't panic—get posting! Here are proven tactics to turn slow days around:

Immediate Action Posts:

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Community Engagement Tactics:

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All of us at the Allen County Open Llama Show are saddened by this loss. May God’s healing touch mend your broken hearts as you walk the path set before you. Keep your Memories on a loose lead to show your trust in God’s perfect will.

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Our team is serving pizza and great beverages in Garrett today! Check us out at Heritage Days, listen to a great band Rekt and enjoy a 2Toms Brewing Company hazy or a refreshing Cupka’s Bee Good Meadery mead!

We will start registration for the Watermelon Eating Contest at 1PM at the Activities Tent. This contest is for all ages, is FREE, and you can win prizes and bragging rights.

We are back with Merek Malcolm. He’s another 4-Her heading to Showman of Showmen! Join us Sunday at noon to watch him compete for the 2025 title!

Remember : Different day + Different Judge = Different results. If you gave it your all, be proud of your accomplishments! Now, come eat some delicious nachos at the 4-H Food Booth!

Help us celebrate their accomplishments. Sunday, June 22 @ 5pm. Help our program grow: Like and share our posts!