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2019
Event details for
46 fairs
taking place this
summer and fall!
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support for this publication, by the province of British Columbia.1
A Message from the
Honourable Lana Popham
G
reetings and welcome to British Co- and diverse industry. From 4-H and livestock
lumbia’s 2019 Fairs and Exhibitions! and horse shows, to homemade goodies
made with local ingredients and amazing
The province’s fairs and exhibition locally grown flowers and produce, each
season is a wonderful time of year, to bring exhibit has something special to offer guests
friends and families together, share new of all ages!
experiences and shine a bright light on those
who are involved in producing B.C. foods. Thank you to all the volunteers, organizers
and participants who help make B.C.’s Fairs
From May to the end of September, fairs and and Exhibition season such a success, con-
exhibitions are scheduled all over the prov- gratulations!
ince to give visitors an up-close look at B.C.’s
agriculture, and all the different aspects of
it. It’s an opportunity for the community to
connect with local farmers and food produc-
ers and learn more about the people behind
#BuyBC products. Lana Popham
Minister of Agriculture
I am so proud to be a part of such a unique
Armstrong Interior Provincial
Exhibition Presents
Aug 28 to Sept 1, 2019
at t h e I P e
Food
Rodeo
Midway Buy all tickets online at
Agri-education armstrongipe.com
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A Message from
President Tom Harter
last year, they will celebrate it this year. Every fair contributes to the economic
The Bulkley Valley Exhibition endured last health and vibrant spirit of their respective
year’s environmental haze in the northern communities, and the history, traditions,
region of our province, and this year will education, and overall goodwill that each
celebrate 100 years. One of our smaller fairs, of these fairs provide is incredible. As you
A
look through the 2019 BC Guide to BC’s Fairs
s another season of agricultural the Peachland Fall Fair in the Okanagan,
& Exhibitions and are planning on which
fairs and exhibitions begins, our also marks its centennial this year, and
ones to attend, take the time to think about
association is proud to recognize one of our bigger members, the Vancouver
the rich history that many of them have.
several fairs that will celebrate milestone Island Exhibition in Nanaimo, turns 125.
years in 2019, as well as continue our work This year our association, BC Fairs & Exhibi-
within the agricultural community to create But no matter the size, the dozens of fairs tions, itself is 109-years-old. For more than
lasting and positive connections. and exhibitions across British Columbia a century we have been sowing the seeds,
would not be possible without the planning, literally and figuratively, of agriculture and
Our members are certainly resilient in these management, and creativity of their boards the critical role it plays in our province.
changing times, and have faced unexpected of directors and the hundreds of volunteers Visit your fair or exhibition this year and
challenges. Kudos to the Lakes District Fall and community groups that help out, as join us in giving some appreciation for ev-
Fair in Burns Lake; in 2018 the fire situa- well as the hard-working staff, and the eryone who makes these events possible!
tion caused them to cancel their event, so enthusiastic participation of agricultural Tom Harter
instead of marking their 75th anniversary associations, sponsors, vendors, and more. BC Fairs President
Join us Aug 17-Sep 2
for the best part of summer!
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4-H 4 Futures
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-H is an agriculture- based youth pro- judging, communications and
gram that inspires, educates and devel- leadership.
ops youth into empowered community
leaders. We are commonly known as ‘that’ 4-H also offers provincial
cow program! Although we love cows, we and national programs for
offer so many other programs and oppor- senior members, 13-19 years
tunities that help shape our members into old. Programs cover areas like
caring individuals who contribute to positive personal growth, current ag-
courses. The 4-H courses can only be earned
change in the world around them. riculture markets, public speaking, careers
through membership and completion of
in agriculture and how to represent 4-H in
requirements in the 4-H program.
4-H’s Cloverbud project is for youth from the public. Travelling is often a compo-
6-8 years old. Cloverbuds offers members nent with programs, enforcing the growth of Parents and volunteers have an important
an overview of what 4-H involves and what youth into empowered community leaders, role to play in 4-H as well! Volunteer Leaders
they can expect to do in future years as part through independent travel and meeting and are needed to help run clubs and projects
of the 4-H program. After Cloverbuds, youth effectively collaborating with new people in within each club. 4-H clubs are a fun and
9-19 years old are eligible to choose from the team environments. exciting environment where contributing
28 other projects that 4-H offers. Projects
to future leaders of your community is a
fall under the four pillars of: Community 4-H offers a large variety of scholarships
rewarding experience. We also welcome
Engagement & Communications, Science & provided by our proud supporters and
parents and adult volunteers on our pro-
Technology, Environment & Healthy Living partners. Investing in the youth of today
grams as chaperones, so you can enjoy the
and Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security. provides security for our leaders of tomor-
great experiences that our members are
Through their project work members learn row. 4-H also offers Ministry of Education
privileged to.
life skills such as record keeping, budgeting, authorized senior secondary external credit
The highlight in the 4-H year is when mem-
bers showcase their project at Achievement
Day. Some clubs choose their local agricul-
tural fair for this. Thanks to BC Fairs, 4-H
members all over the province, have the
opportunity to participate and demonstrate
their skills learned throughout the year as
well as be ambassadors for agriculture
awareness and promotion. 4-H members
are always happy to show and tell you more
about their project, so stop by and say Hi!
If you are interested in joining 4-H, please
call our provincial office at 1 866 776 0373
or visit 4hbc.ca. We Look 4-ward to seeing
you soon!
The Youth Development Program where
YOU HAVE
CHO CES
4-H BC Clubs offer a variety of projects within our 4 pillars.
Visit 4hbc.ca for more information or call 250 545 0336
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2019 Milestone Celebrations!
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here is a long tradition in the BC Fairs showing the 100-year history, and the kick-off
community of celebrating everything evening parade is expected to be bigger than
about, agriculture while providing fun previous years. The exhibition’s moniker this
and entertaining education annually through year is “into the future, back to our roots”, with
events and exhibitions. Many fairs have had a strong community support across the region
presence for dozens of years, established long as the single biggest event in the valley.
ago by volunteers, farmers, and producers
looking for a way to come together.
Abundance of exhibits entered at the Peachland
Several of these events are marking milestone Fall Fair
anniversaries in 2019, recognizing their own
Two fairs are holding their centennial events
colourful histories and inviting the public
in 2019. The Peachland Fall Fair celebrates
to come and celebrate too. The traditions,
pride in its past, and faith in its future, hav-
education, and overall goodwill that each of
ing held its first event in 1919; thanks to the
these fairs provides is a reflection of many of
many dedicated community volunteers and
the great things the agricultural sector does
sponsors over the years, it’s now 100-years-
in our province.
old. Nestled in the picturesque Okanagan Vancouver Island Exhibition Agriculture Building
Valley with the atmosphere and content (1911)
of an old-fashioned country fair, the fair is
held each September right in the heart of And rounding out the anniversaries this
beautiful downtown Peachland. There are season is the Vancouver Island Exhibition
opportunities to bake or preserve something, held in Nanaimo each August, with 125 years
plant some seeds to nurture, crochet or knit, under its belt. This year the exhibition wel-
quilt, carve or build, and take photographs. comes back West Coast Amusements with
Whether you sew it, grow it, bake it or make several new midway rides, fitting for one of
it, Peachland wants to celebrate it, noting that its objectives to “amuse and amaze”, as well
its mission is to encourage an awareness to as The Laughing Logger, Global FMX moto-
Heavy Horse Pull at the Lakes District Fall Fair local agriculture by holding the annual fair. cross, and gold panning with Yukon Dan. The
other objectives? To promote agricultural
And speaking of good things…in 2018 the awareness, to educate and encourage, and
Lakes District Fall Fair in Burns Lake stepped to support local communities. The VIEx has
up in a major way as the region was blanketed been instrumental in advancing the public’s
by forest fires and the fairgrounds were used knowledge about agriculture while show-
not for an annual exhibition, but to house casing local farmers and 4-H clubs, and just
more than 400 livestock and numerous evac- about everyone of any age can participate
uated families. The fair itself was 75 years- in the event by entering a display – from
old-last year but was cancelled as for five artwork to jam to zucchinis – and showing
weeks, the grounds were a temporary home off various skills and talents. Back in Octo-
peppered with tents and campers. The anni- ber, 1894 at the very first event, the bulk of
versary was recognized last July when the the displays were in horticultural. If you had
RCMP Musical Ride came to Burns Lake, but the best plums, the prize was a box of cigars.
this year the Lakes District event is having Saddle Bronc at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition Times have changed, but like all fairs and
its “new” 75th. exhibitions across the province, the VIEx has
The other centenary this year is in Smithers grown and thrived for more than a century
While the celebration will be a bit subtle with at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition, held each thanks to hard-working volunteers, sponsors,
a cake and balloons, scrapbooks detailing the August. With a rodeo, midway, and lots of and many other supporters.
fair’s history will be on display, and as they do entertainment planned, the 100th anniversary
every year, a music festival is held during the is sure to be great. The Canine Stars Stunt Dog BC Fairs passes on our Congratulations to
fair with support from local arts groups who Show is a highlight, alongside a variety of these milestone fairs! Be sure to celebrate
also tell the story of the fair through cultural headliners (each evening has a theme, such the history of those who gave their time, ex-
performances. Cleanup of the fairgrounds as Throwback Thursday, this year with an pertise, and often their own land to establish
has been a long process since it sheltered the ABBA tribute), Shooting Star Amusements, these agricultural fairs and societies so many
community, but it will be spruced up by Sep- and the rodeo which this year expands from years ago, and cheers to those who have kept
tember for the “new” diamond anniversary. three days to four. Different divisions will be them going all these years.
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2019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
May 17 - 20 July 27 – 28 August 4
Cloverdale Rodeo & Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Tlell Fall Fair
Country Fair Country Fest (Haida Gwaii)
www.cloverdalerodeo.com www.mrpmcountryfest.com www.tlellfallfair.ca
Join in the fun at one of North America’s With the theme “A Wheelin” Squealin’ Good Time”, enjoy The Tlell Fall Fair has always been a
longest running and most entertaining the largest 4-H livestock shows in BC, Horse Shows, Home small Agricultural Fair on Haida Gwaii
rodeos. The 73nd Cloverdale Rodeo and Arts and Gardening competitions, Artisan Backyard in Tlell, BC. The Fall Fair is all about
the 131th annual country fair is tak- Chickens and Backyard Farming demonstrations, “Fun Agriculture. We’re not just about win-
ing place this May long weekend from Til You’re Done Farm” with an amazing display of young ning prizes, ribbons and showing off
May 18-21 at the Cloverdale Exhibition farm animals, BC Dairy Classroom and Poultry In Motion what your garden can produce, or how
Grounds in Surrey, BC. This year’s country barn exhibits, horse farrier, sheep shearing, sheep dog ornate you made that quilt. It is about
fair features more family friendly en- demos, food and market place exhibitors, Shooting Star sharing knowledge about how you got
tertainment than ever before, and the Midway to name a few. Check out our first-class daily your garden to thrive, about becoming
Cloverdale Rodeo will once again feature entertainment lineup featuring tribute bands, multicul- more sustainable, producing our own
the World’s best rodeo athletes as they tural/community acts, bilingual roving kids’ entertainers, natural healthy food. It is spreading
compete for $300,000 in cash prizes in and the infamous and hilarious Richards Racing pigs and the knowhow of making it yourself. We
rough stock rodeo events like Saddle ducks. There is so much more so please keep checking are a part of the Agricultural history of
Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding, Bull Rid- our website for updates. Admission is FREE, believe it! For Haida Gwaii for over 100 years. Come
ing, and Ladies Barrel Racing. #Cowboys details, call Lorraine at 604-463-6922 or visit our website. join in the Fun, Food, Displays, Music
#Cowgirls #Rodeo #CountryFair #Surrey- and Exhibits.
BC #SaddleBronc #Bareback #BullRiding August 2 – 4
#BarrelRacing #BullRider #RoughStock
#GetBackToCountry #MayLongWeekend Abbotsford Agrifair August 7 – 11
www.agrifair.ca Dawson Creek
July 19 – 21
2019 will be Abbotsford’s 109th Agrifair! Two years in a Exhibition &
Aldergrove Fair Days row, Agrifair has been voted “Favourite Community Event”
and received Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Business Stampede
www.AldergroveFair.ca
Excellence Award nomination for “Tourism Event of the www.dawsoncreekfair.com
The award winning Aldergrove Fair is Year”. We aim to make 2019 an even bigger success.
one of BC’s best small-town fairs. It has In keeping with our theme, “Where Memories Are Made”, Join us in 2019 for the 97th annual Ex-
unique world-class fun for the whole we have created a diverse, family-friendly program of hibition & Stampede, only 3 short years
family! Come to the 107th annual Fair entertainment guaranteed to create lifelong memories for till the 100th! Features include World
and see the World Fast Draw Champion- ruralites and urbanites alike. As always, vendors, exhib- Professional Chuckwagons, Western
ships, Canadian music icons Loverboy itors, entertainers, 4-H members and leaders who come chuckwagons and Canadian Pro Tour
entertaining on the Main Stage, and as together annually to re-establish connections forged over rodeo. This year’s agriculture fair in-
part of this year’s theme of “Aldy on the many years will be instrumental to achieving this goal. cludes heavy horse, light horse, cattle,
Moon” - Moonland! The Saturday coin- New events this year include; Pirate Ship Show, Tank sheep poultry rabbit, goat’s, horticulture,
cides with the 50th anniversary of the car-crush event, Tractor/Truck Pull Show, and so much and Home arts divisions. Be sure to take
first man landing on the moon, so look more! Our 4-H programming has been expanded—other in the Mile-long Parade on Friday, the
for amazing and creative Moon exhibits returning faves include the demolition derby, Laughing Gospel festival on Sunday, West Coast
such as moon-food. Held at the pictur- Loggers Show, professional wrestling, antique farm-ma- Amusements and the kids heritage
esque Aldergrove Athletic Park. For more chinery demonstration, and many others. For updated building. Don’t miss out on the “Great-
information, please visit our website! information visit our website. est Show in the Peace!”
Your ticket to
Summer Fun!
August 23, 24, 25 2019
Beban Park , Nanaimo, BC
Live Music, Food, “It’s a Family A-Fair”
Rides & More CELEBRATING OUR 75TH ANNIVERSARY!
Get involved or learn more by visiting www.viex.com Eagle Creek Fair Grounds, Burns Lake
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2019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
August 9 – 11 August 16 – 18 August 16 – 18
The Chilliwack Fair Kiskatinaw Fall Fair North Peace Fall Fair
www.chilliwackfair.com (Sunset Prairie) (Fort St John)
The Chilliwack Fair is a family friendly fair offering Kiskatinaw Fall Fair has a place for ev- www.northpeacefallfair.ca
all the traditional classes and exhibits that you can eryone. Whether you are a competitor
expect at a classic fair as well as new and exciting or spectator, you are welcome and will If you’re planning a trip up the scenic Alaska
entertainment and attractions to peek your interest! find something of interest. Our fair Highway, be sure to arrange it so that you’re
The Fair is an opportunity to celebrate the unique features Heavy Horse Show on Friday in Fort St John during the 3rd weekend of
culture, heritage and talent of our great community. afternoon and all-day Saturday. Light August. The North Peace Fall Fair, just 21km
We are proud to feature talented local artists, educa- Horse show takes place on Sunday. outside of town, has wholesome entertain-
tional displays, fun competition and while enjoying On Saturday, bench show opens for ment for the entire family. It’s a celebration
thrilling entertainment and mouth-watering food! Baking, Home canning, Horticulture, of agriculture with a nod to the way things
We are all about affordable family fun, so come join Handicrafts, Schoolwork, Photography, used to be done. Enjoy watching the livestock
us to get some “Good Things Growing!” at the 147th Poultry and Rabbits. Small livestock shows, where young people show off their
Annual Chilliwack Fair! competitions take place on Saturday cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, pets, and rabbits
and Sunday. Entertainment for chil- that they have raised. See riders putting their
August 10 – 11 dren of all ages will be there. Sunday horses through their paces. Watch the stock
church service is provided by a local dogs herd sheep. Lots of exhibits of home
Coombs Fair pastor and a concession will be open baking and canning, garden vegetables and
www.coombsfair.com for the duration of the fair. For more flowers. View the various forms of handicrafts
information contact us at l.w.ash@ and artwork, from young and old alike, as
Since 1913, the Coombs Fair has been celebrating ag- telus.net well as fabulous photography. Compete in log
riculture and fostering community spirit. Locals and sawing and pitch a game of horseshoes. Enjoy
tourists alike enjoy our old-time country fair. Tour August 16 - 18 the live entertainment on stage, including an
our buildings brimming full of exhibits of home bak-
ing & canning, horticulture, floral, needlecrafts, arts Nechako Valley amateur talent show. There’s a wide variety
of food vendors to choose from, along with
& crafts, and photography. We will have plenty of
educational displays and demos, like the Vancouver
Exhibition (Vanderhoof) bouncy castles and face painting to make the
www.nvesociety.com little ones smile. Come for the day or camp
Island Blacksmiths, and an area dedicated to kids’
for the weekend!
entertainment. Check out the animal barns, view
“Grabbing Gears” is the theme of the
the 4-H livestock and our APA-sanctioned Poultry
Show. There will be lots of fun events, like our Pet
53rd Annual Nechako Valley Exhibi- August 17
tion, celebrating the rich ranching,
Parade, Zucchini races, Ladies’ Nail Driving, and
farming, and forestry culture of the Mayne Island Fall Fair
Chicken & Duck races. Enjoy live entertainment
central interior region by putting on www.mayneagriculturalsociety.com
on our music stage and a delicious selection of
our biggest show yet! International-
Food Trucks providing great fair food. Our own fair Mayne Island is a small community in the
ly acclaimed Laughing Loggers will
concession will once again offer fresh local corn on Southern Gulf Islands, accessed by ferry from
knock your socks off and Canada’s pre-
the cob. Come horse around at our fair, and learn Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island or Tsawwas-
mier freestyle motocross show Global
about this year’s feature animal, the horse! Watch
FMX will be flipping their motorcy- sen on the Mainland. Beginning with the
for special horse events in the riding ring, as well
cles at jaw-dropping heights. We are Parade, the Fall Fair has been a tradition since
as our popular English and Western riding shows.
thrilled to introduce new attractions; 1925 and is the biggest event of the summer.
Family Fun Zone, Hooterville Hoot View displays of locally grown produce and
August 15 – 18 Classic Car Show, dairy cow milking flowers, preserves, baking, art and crafts in the
British Columbia Northern and bottle calf demos, interactive cul-
tural display by Saik’uz First Nation,
century old Agricultural Hall. On the grounds,
sit on a hay bale, relax and watch zucchini
Exhibition (Prince George) and more! Of course, it wouldn’t be a races, listen to music or have lunch or tea on
www.bcne.ca Fair without a delicious variety of fair the quiet patio. See you at the Fair!
food, as well as, agricultural events;
“We’ve got a Good thing Growing; 107 Years of Com- mutton bustin’, one of the best beef August 17 – September 2
munity.” The annual BCNE brings rural and urban shows in the province, heavy horse
communities in Northern BC together on a grand pull, small animal barn with all its PNE Fair
scale like no other; celebrating our unique Northern tiny wonders, light horse show, rodeo
www.pne.ca
spirit, showcasing our collective history and cele- events, exhibit building displays by
brating the contribution and significance of rural life. local artisans, the human tractor pull, The largest event of the year, The PNE Fair fea-
We have events such as President’s Choice Super 4-H Achievement Day, and more. The tures exhibits, displays and activities for ev-
Dogs and one of the largest Heavy Horse Pulls in NVEx is making it easier than ever eryone! The biggest attractions of the 2-week
Western Canada. Is dancing your thing? Saturday for families to enjoy the Exhibition all celebration are its numerous shops, stalls,
night is our Stetson Stomp featuring Appaloosa. And weekend long by reducing our rates dazzling performances, nightly concerts, 4-H
of course, West Coast Amusements will be there and introducing engaging youth ac- Festival, competitions, over 50 thrilling mid-
with all their rides and games. There are so many tivities. Contact us at NechakoExSo- way rides and fabulous food! Be sure to check
more activities, its fun for the whole family. Mark ciety@outlook.com for more informa- the website for a list of all the special events
the BCNE on your calendars to make sure you don’t tion or to participate in Vanderhoof’s and times so that you don’t miss out - The PNE
miss out on this great event! biggest event of the year! Fair is definitely “the best part of summer!”
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2019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
August 22 – 25 August 23 – 25 August 23 - 25
Bulkley Valley Exhibition Comox Valley Vancouver Island
(Smithers) Exhibition Exhibition (Nanaimo)
100th Anniversary! www.cvex.ca 125th Anniversary!
www.bvfair.ca With 40 acres of Natural Park the Comox www.viex.ca
Valley Exhibition is situated on the bank
“Into the Future and Back to Our Roots at the Celebrating 125 years of memories! Come help
of the Tsolum River in the scenic Comox
100th BVX!” It’s going to be a fantastic 4 days us welcome back West Coast Amusements with
Valley. Courtenay is in one of the most
at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition! Featuring 4 bigger and better rides. The VIEX is the largest
vibrant cities on Vancouver Island, nestled
DAYS of RODEO with CPRA, BCRA and Bull Rid- and oldest event in Nanaimo! Visit Yukon Dan,
between the Beaufort Mountains and the
ers Canada, Shooting Star Amusements family Global FMX- a professional freestyle motocross
friendly midway, Draft Horse Show and Pull, the Strait of Georgia where fertile farmlands are
show! Back with us again this year is the amaz-
Gigantic Kids zone and petting zoo, Light Horse in abundance. Promoting local farming for
ing Laughing Logger Lumberjack Show. This
Shows, Hall Exhibits, Loggers Sports with Canlog over 140 years, CVEX offers three days of fun
year promises to be the biggest main stage event
sanctioned events, 4-H Show and Sale, Livestock filled events for all family members. You
to date. As always you can enjoy our large Family
shows and Kid’s Dog show! Back for 2019 are can fish for trout, tour the grounds on a hay Fun Zone, Kennel Club demos, Vintage Tractor
The Canine Stars all 4 days! The dock diving, ride, watch the many farm animal shows display, horse shows, community gardens and
Frisbee catching rescue dogs all the way from and demonstrations, sink your teeth into a so much more! The Vancouver Island Exhibition
the USA! Uncle Chris the Clown, Clinton Gray freshly made candy apple and sit back and is fun for the whole family.
and his Magic show and Fantastic Main Stage enjoy the lumberjack shows, with non-stop
entertainment performing all 4 days! live entertainment. Our special feature this August 24
year – the exciting FMX Motocross Show!
With ample on-site camping c/w water and Cobble Hill Fall Fair
power, be sure to join us and “Go Hog Wild”
www.cobblehillfair.ca
at the Comox Valley Exhibition!
With its theme of “All Creatures Great and Small,”
August 23 – 25 this year’s 110th Cobble Hill Fair promises family
fun for everyone. Our old-fashioned country fair
Quesnel Fall Fair showcases all that is terrific about living in South
www.quesnelfallfair.com Cowichan. Run entirely by volunteers, our Fair
hosts more than 6,000 visitors who are treated to
The Quesnel Agricultural & Exhibition As- a day full of activities. Start the day with South
sociation is proud to host a free, entertain- Cowichan Rotary’s fabulous pancake breakfast
ing, educational, agriculture-based fall fair. and then you’ll be well fortified to enjoy your time
We work hard to promote all aspects of with us. Watch the parade before you take in the
agriculture to our urban residents and en- livestock exhibits. There are farm animals, vin-
courage them to appreciate our lifestyle and tage farm machinery and so much more. See the
to consider how important our local agricul- domestic science, floral arts, fruit and vegetable
ture is to the health of our community. We displays. Take in the live entertainment on stage,
also support home based and community watch the youngsters in the children’s area or
businesses by inviting them to display and take the crane ride to enjoy new heights. Join in
sell their products at our event. For more the fun as we celebrate our agricultural roots and
information contact us at quesnelfallfair@ rural lifestyle. We look forward to welcoming
gmail.com or check out our website. you to our 110th Cobble Hill Fair.
100 Years at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition!
August 22 – 25, 2019 in Smithers, BC
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2019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
August 24 August 30 – September 1 August 31 - September 2
Pender Islands Fall Skeena Valley Fall Fair (Terrace) Saanich Fair
Fair www.skeenavalleyfallfair.com
Join us at the Thornhill Community Centre and
www.saanichfair.ca
www.pifi.ca grounds for the 2019 Skeena Valley Fall Fair! This Come join Western Canada’s Oldest Contin-
family focused community event features an exhibit uous Agricultural Fair ~ The 151st Saanich
“Community Resilience” - Highlight- Fair on Labour Day Weekend! With over
hall, food vendors, scarecrow scavenger hunt, 4H ex-
ing what makes Pender strong and the 7,000 exhibits managed by our 32 depart-
hibits, live music, petting zoo and zucchini races. For
many efforts underway to strengthen ments, we offer interactive and educational
further information, check us out on Facebook!
our community’s self-sufficiency in the displays in photography, art, honey, vegeta-
face of climate change. The Pender
Islands Fall Fair retains its rural atmo-
August 31 - September 1 bles, flowers, fruit, needle art, baking, home-
made preserves, field crops and displays
sphere and continues to be a good ex- Nicola Valley Fall Fair (Merritt) from our junior department (ages 3-16), we
ample of community cooperation and
facebook.com/NicolaValleyFallFair guarantee there are all kinds of activities
enterprise. The event includes; Farmers for fairgoers of all ages! There will be food
Market, Parade, Kids Games, Demon- This warm, friendly traditional 2-day fair has been concessions serving up cuisine from all
strations, Live Music and a fabulous around since 1913! The Nicola Valley Fall Fair proudly over the world, added attractions, carnival
BBQ - It all takes place at the Pender displays competitive exhibits in baking, canning, flo- games, continuous stage entertainment,
Islands Community Hall! riculture, needlework, vegetables and livestock. The KidZone, midway, 4-H animal displays and
Fair also features antique tractor displays, car show shows from rabbits, poultry, beef, swine,
August 28 – September 1 and an old-fashioned country dance in their exhibition mini horses and draft horses. Buzz on in
hall. Visit their facebook page for more information!
Interior Provincial and “Bee Happy at the Fair”!
Exhibition & August 31 - September 2 September 5 – 8
Stampede (Armstrong) North Thompson Fall Fair & Alberni District Fall Fair
www.armstrongipe.com Rodeo (Barriere) www.albernifair.com
The 120th year at the Armstrong Interior www.fallfair-rodeo.com This year marks the 74th Alberni District Fall
Provincial Exhibition & Stampede is cel- Join us Labour Day Weekend for the 70th Annual North Fair - “Home Grown Family Fun” at the fair
ebrating the Light Horse Division. We’re Thompson Fall Fair and the BCRA Polaris Champion- offers lots of attractions for the whole family
“Horsin’ Around at the IPE”. Agri-ed- ship Finals Rodeo! Providing over three full days of from live entertainment on two stages to
ucation is again a focus for us at the Laughing Logger lumberjack shows and competition, attractions such as logger sports compe-
fair. Come and enjoy a day at the fair BCRA Finals Rodeo, Lawn Tractor Races, 4-H and Live- titions, TV personality Ryan Cook of Saw
and experience farm life and the mid- stock Competitions, Outdoor & Indoor Entertainment, Valley Carving producing his great carvings,
way. The family fun will continue at Kids Zone, Heavy Horse Pulls & Competitions, 100’s of our home show, FMX Global Sports with dy-
the IPE with many opportunities to ex- Entries in the Exhibit Hall, Plenty of Great Food, Com- namic motorcycle demo’s, livestock shows
perience agriculture at its finest: goat mercial Booths and Exhibits. Friday BCRA Wildcard , home arts displays, West Coast Amuse-
milking, moo-turnity, swine exhibit, Rodeo • Friday Night Family Dance • Saturday Fall Fair ments midway and major raffles including
llama costume, beef and dairy shows, Parade & Evening Cabaret Dance • Sunday all day Am- a prize of 2019 Buick SUV. With discounted
rabbit and poultry showing, heavy horse ateur Lumberjack Competitions • Sunday Cowboy prices at our gates on some days and free
and light horse are always wonderful Church & Cowboy Concert • Monday Family Day with parking there is opportunity for affordable
classes to watch. Don’t forget about the Family Parade, and much more. Dry camping available family fun for all ages. Check out our website
mini chuckwagon races and the rodeo! on site. AFFORDABLE FAMILY FUN FOR EVERYONE! at www.albernifair.com for more details!
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2019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
September 6 – 7 September 6 - 8
Creston Valley Fall Fair Cowichan Exhibition
www.crestonvalleyfair.com (Duncan)
“101 Years of Celebrating the Valley” Our local www.cowex.ca
museum will be displaying historical exhib-
its which will highlight our past. Don’t miss The Cowichan Exhibition celebrates its 151st
the Classic car display on Saturday with an Year with the theme “Milk and Cookies”
Antique tractor display on both Friday & Sat- Cowichan Exhibition features an educational
urday. Our well-known farmer’s market will experience of farming, agricultural displays September 6 - 8
be on site on Saturday & we will wind up the and demonstrations. Come take in the best
day with a “Local Food Feast”, showcasing all showcase of 4-H clubs, cattle, horses, rabbits, Salmon Arm Fair
local foods. Many exhibits to see, from fruits poultry, sheep, llamas, goats and pigs. Enjoy www.salmonarmfair.com
& vegetables, canning & baking, crafts & hob- all that the Valley produces in field & garden,
bies, needlework & photography. Main stage honey, wine making, baking, canning, nee- ‘Be Part of the Growth’: Salmon Arm Fair -
entertainment features local talent throughout dlework, photography, hobbies and crafts. 122nd celebrated years! Many new, returning
the fair. Livestock barn features 4-H projects Looking for entertainment? Head over to the attractions! Gardening Celebrity ‘Brian Mint-
& displays, as well as the educations displays. Spirit Stage to see your favourite local talent er’ is hosting a Friday show with questions/
We invite you to come and enjoy the fair with and entertainment including the popular Pet answer session. Discover other celebrity sur-
us in Creston - there is something for everyone Parade. There are many fun free events for prises too! The amazing Chuckwagon Races,
to see & do. Come experience the “Country children to learn and experience, don’t miss Horse Show, Super Dogs are back by popular
Side of Life”. We look forward to meeting you! the Carnival rides and of course the delightful demand. Get thrilled with West Coast Amuse-
selection of fine dining and shopping. With ment Midway. Try Gold Panning, dance all
night Barn Dance, connect with hundreds of
September 6 - 7 such a deep history of logging in the Valley,
domestic, livestock animals/bird; be part of
we are bringing it back to life; the LOGGERS
Summerland Fall Fair SPORTS COMPETITION takes place Saturday. judging competitions. Our Saturday Parade
attracts thousands with 15 blocks of floats/
www.summerlandfallfair.ca NEW this year on Sunday is the FMX Extreme
entertainment! Connect, Interact, Relax, Learn,
Freestyle Motocross show. While you are here
Friday night in the park features our local in- be sure to take a walk down memory lane for a Have Fun with Family, Friends ... make new
teractive Farmer Tailgate Party, action packed Friends! See you there!
glimpse of the fair and farming over the past
entertainment, a variety of food the whole 151 years. The 2019 Cowichan Exhibition has
family will enjoy and free children’s activities. something for every age! Come join us for this
September 7
Saturday will showcase our local gardeners,
artists & entertainers, storytellers of the fruit
“Once in a lifetime” experience as we celebrate Black Creek Fall Fair
“151 Years of Growing”.
industry in the Okanagan and other local en- www.blackcreek-cc.com
deavors. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada September 6 – 8 Come and celebrate the start of the fall season
research showcasing the work they do for at the annual Black Creek Fall Fair! This family
the farmers today, and the Pioneer Workshop Lakes District Fall friendly, community festival is fun for all ages!
hosted by our very own high school students
who will teach everyone a little bit about our Fair (Burns Lake) 75th All day activities include live entertainment,
craft and food vendors, petting zoo, kid’s car-
world - past, present and future.
Everything in our fair is a result of partner-
Anniversary! nival, community contests and more - with a
focus on rural and agricultural lifestyle. Ad-
ships, hard work and dedication of many tal- www.ldfallfair.com mission is by donation. For more information
ented people all working towards a healthy and please contact fallfaircoordinator@gmail.com
With the devastation of the wildfires in the
vibrant food system. Come share the bounty of or check out www.blackcreek-cc.com.
Lakes District region last summer, the fair-
our amazing community we call Summerland
grounds were used extensively to house over
at the 107th Annual Summerland Fall Fair!
400 livestock and the facilities became “home” September 7
Contact us at summerlandfallfair@gmail.com
or visit us at facebook.com/SummerlandFall- to many evacuated families for over 5 weeks.
The Fair Committee happily provided aide
Rossland Fall Fair
Fair www.rosslandfallfair.ca
during the emergency and cancelled the 75th
Annual Lakes District Fall Fair & Music Fes- The Rossland Fall Fair is held each year togeth-
tival in 2018. er with Rossland Golden City Days. The Fair
With the help and support of the community, attracts participants and visitors from Ross-
the Lakes District Fair Committee are excited land and all over the West Kootenays. Events
to present the 2019 – 75th Anniversary of the include a pancake breakfast, parade, races,
Lakes District Fall Fair to be held at the Ea- outdoor market along with an array of vendors
gle Creek Recreation Commission grounds and artisans. The Fall Fair features a Petting
in Burns Lake. Our fair continues to grow, and Zoo and Fish Pond for the kids, a working
we are proud to offer a wide variety of events model train display depicting the history of
including the Children’s Festival, Beef Show, Rossland, as well as a variety of live entertain-
Small Animal Barn, Stock Dogs, Heavy Horse ment throughout the day. Come to Rossland
Pull and the Exhibit Hall. Remember “IT’S A to celebrate our vibrant spirit of community
FAMILY A-FAIR “ For more information or to and our “Golden City” heritage. Contact us at
contact us, please visit our website. rosslandbc.fallfair@gmail.com
102019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
September 7 – 8 September 7 - 8
Powell River Fall Fair Williams Lake Harvest Fair
www.prfarmers.ca www.wlharvestfair.ca
The 87th annual Powell River Fall Fair is sure The Williams Lake Harvest Fair is an annual
to be an enjoyable family event featuring ex- event held each fall in the Cariboo Chilcotin.
hibits and demonstrations that will incorpo- The year marks our 42nd Anniversary! We look
rate local agriculture. Get to know what and forward to a fun filled theme this year for the
where the food your family eats comes from, fair “Pirates of the Carrots & Beans”, thanks to
what do we produce locally? As always, the the Salt Spring Island Fair for the inspira-
fair will have live entertainment, contests, tion! Watch the Gymkhana, Reining, Cattle
stage shows, livestock barn and local crafters. Sorting or Dog Agility and be sure to visit our
September 7 – 8 Join us at the Paradise Exhibition Grounds for exhibit hall bursting at the seams with quilts,
a fun-filled day … or two! photos, canning, baking, flowers and handi-
Grand Forks & District crafts. Let the kids play in our children’s area or
Fall Fair September 7 – 8 enjoy the amazing entertainment running on
www.grandforksfallfair.ca Sooke Fall Fair the outdoor stage. Don’t miss the agricultural
displays and demonstrations too!
The Grand Forks & District Fall Fair Society www.sookefallfair.ca
are pleased to present the 109th year since the This year’s Theme, “Sooke Fall Fair, Rooted
September 8
Fair began in Grand Forks! This traditional
event features, agriculture exhibits, histori-
in Tradition” - All Fairs stem from our tra- Kootenay Country Fair
ditions over the years of preserving food for
cal displays and informational booths set up the winter, creating quilts, blankets, clothing, (Cranbrook)
throughout the grounds. Lots of free children’s knitting, carving a loving cradle or crafting for www.kootenaycountryfair.com
entertainment and great local music are just pleasure during long winter months or writing
some of the exciting activities scheduled for or painting or creating needlework wonders. The Kootenay Country Fair is one of the best
the weekend. Farm animals to meet. Our 3rd When spring came the fever was on to plant “family” events hosted in the East Kootenay’s.
year presenting the Grand Forks Fall Fair Dem- and grow amazing vegetables and flowers It takes place at Fort Steele Heritage Town, a
olition Derby. Fall in love with the Boundary. and raise the best beef or chicken or sheep. living history park, located 15km northeast
Every farmer claimed bragging rights and the of Cranbrook on highway 93/95. 2019 marks
September 7 – 8 competition was on. The place to bring this our 42nd Anniversary! Join us for the cele-
bration and participate in all the fun activities;
Peachland Fall Fair – competition became the Fair. People came
from miles around to display their wares and including many local performers, children’s
100th Anniversary! to win the ribbons and cash prizes and enjoy games, a dog show, a 4H presentation, demon-
strations for horses and dogs, as well as the
the bounty and harvest with along with good
www.peachlandfallfair.ca food and games and plenty of laughter. We many entries from the public competing for
are celebrating our Traditional farming roots! prizes, such as arts & crafts, baking & canning,
The Peachland Fall Fair celebrates its 100th an-
Come and join us for a good old-fashioned photography, vegetables and flowers.
niversary this year! Join us for live entertain-
ment, demonstrations, traditional country fair hoe down Fair.
exhibits in home arts, photography, vegetables
and flowers. This is a family friendly event not
to be missed and it all takes place right in the
heart of beautiful downtown Peachland - see
you at the fair!
Explore Allan Brooks Nature Centre in Beautiful Vernon, BC!
Bringing nature to life in the Okanagan.
The Nature Centre provides visitors with a first-hand opportunity to see
NEW
and learn about the Okanagan's unique and diverse natural history through
beautiful viewpoints, information, programs, events and displays
of the region's natural areas.
Admission By
Donation!
• 250 Allan Brooks Way, Vernon, BC • www.abnc.ca • info@abnc.ca • 250-260-4227
112019 GUIDE TO BC’S FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS
September 13 – 14 September 27 - 30
Agassiz Fall Fair and British Columbia
Corn Festival Agricultural Exposition
www.agassizfallfair.com (Barriere)
We celebrate the 71st Corn Festival in 2019 “The www.bcagexpo.ca
Year of Dog” at the Agassiz Fall Fair. There will
be special dog themed entries, eg, best dog Come and experience 4-H, Youth and Agricul-
biscuit and dog themed needle work. There ture at the annual British Columbia Agricultur-
will be dog herding demonstrations and dog al Exposition (BC Ag Expo). Admission is free,
shows. Enter a homemade zucchini car in the allowing everyone to come celebrate 4-H and
kid’s zone races. There is stage entertainment, Open youth from around the Province. Come
and see their hard work and dedication to their
midway, logging show, celebrity goat milking September 14 - 15 projects. You can enjoy numerous entertaining
contest, blueberry pie eating contest and the
antique tractor pull. The 4-H section includes Salt Spring Island Fall and educational events along with Livestock
dairy, swine, sheep, horse, rabbit and dog. The shows and local vendor’s wares. Our live auc-
hundreds of entries in our exhibit section will Fair tion on Monday also gives you the opportunity
impress with the participants expertise. Be www.ssifi.org to take home some top-quality meat from the
prepared for an old-fashioned time and go beef, sheep and goat projects and beautiful
home dog-tired after a full day at the Agassiz “Crops & Crafts of Every Colour” One of the creations from quilting to photography.
Fall Fair and Corn Festival. oldest Fall Fairs in BC, the Salt Spring Island
Fall Fair has a focus on family and commu- September 27 – 30
September 13 – 15 nity fun. It has the atmosphere of a country
Provincial Winter Fair
fair without commercialization. Over 2000
Luxton Fall Fair exhibits in flowers, fruits, vegetables, domestic
(Kamloops)
www.luxtonfair.ca arts, hobbies and livestock are on display.
The world-famous Zucchini Races are held www.provincialwinterfair.com
Celebrating 109 years of Fall Fairs in our com- each day with much enjoyment for all. The
munity. Featuring ‘Sand Drags’... 4wd Truck, orchard provides picnic tables to enjoy a wide The 81st Provincial Winter Fair will be a cele-
Stock Truck, Modified Truck and Tractor Pulls. variety of foods from the vendors. For more bration of local agriculture with a focus on 4-H
Come Check It Out. We also have ... Midway information visit our website or email us at and activities for the whole family. The Kids
Rides, Working Displays of Antique Farm ssifi@shaw.ca Zone features inflatable toys, a mechanical
Equipment, Blacksmith Art Show & Demos, bull, and entertainers including local talent
on the Forward Law Mainstage. A highlight
Heritage Displays, Merchandise Vendors, Lots September 21 – 22 for adults is the Grapes and Grill event show-
of Great Music by Local Entertainers, a Variety
of Exhibits & Competitive Class in ... Horticul- Pass Creek Regional casing local wines paired with beef and lamb
from fair exhibitors. The PWF concludes with
ture, Poultry, Home Arts, Flowers etc, Food for
every taste ... Baron of Beef, Local Corn-on-the- Exhibition (Castlegar) a sale of 4-H market lambs, steers, and photo-
cob, Corn Dogs, Working Clay Oven and a Tea www.passcreekfair.com graphs on Monday 30th. All events take place
Room serving homemade pies and goodies. at the idyllic Circle Creek Ranch right in the
Come one Come all! See you at the Fair! Offering something for everyone – Pass Creek City of Kamloops.
Regional Exhibition Grounds is where you
September 14 - 15 want to go this September! For those in need
of a vintage fix, the antique car show will be
Rock Creek Fall Fair back in full swing. Plenty of fun and enter-
www.rockcreekfallfair.ca tainment for the kids too - Bubbles the Clown,
bouncy tent, petting zoo and nine hole Mini-
We’re “Going and Growing Green in 2019” and Golf! The kids will have hours of fun to look
we invite you to join us in honouring and pro- forward to! As always, the fair offers plenty to
tecting our environment. We are initiating choose from at the Pass Creek Fair Conces-
changes this year aimed to educate and en- sion and many other food vendors who will
courage more eco-friendly practices, following tempt you with everything from a pancake
the guidelines of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. breakfast, hot dogs, burgers and fries and
Enjoy an always fresh line-up of entertainment just about anything else! Enjoy the amazing
and activities for all ages. Take in the stock displays and talents from local youth, the
show or exciting arena events or browse the exciting Laughing Logger Show and Lawn
exhibit buildings to see an impressive array of Mower races! A fall fair just isn’t complete
field and farm produce, arts, crafts and more. without great examples of the homegrown,
You can participate in an activity, relax to homespun and hand made. To minimize
live music, or get your heart pumping with parking congestion, a bus will be running
the thrill of a midway ride. Our Fair aims to from the Castlegar Complex and Heritage
preserve the beauty and productivity of the Museum to the fairgrounds. Simply park
Boundary, now and into the future. your car at these locations and catch the
Follow us on Facebook and check out our free round-trip bus. For more information
website! visit our website!
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132019 FAIR SCHEDULE
VANCOUVER & GULF
ISLANDS
Alberni District Fall Fair
September 5 – 8
www.albernifair.com
2019 EVENTS Black Creek Fall Fair
September 7 - 8
BY REGION www.blackcreek-cc.com
Comox Valley Exhibition
August 23 – 25
www.cvex.ca
Coombs Fair
August 10 – 11
www.arrowsmithag.com
Cobble Hill Fall Fair
August 24
www.cobblehillfair.ca
Cowichan Exhibition
September 6 – 8
www.cowex.ca
Luxton Fall Fair
September 13 – 15
www.luxtonfair.ca
Mayne Island Fall Fair
August 17
www.mayneagriculturalsociety.com
Pender Island Fall Fair
August 24
www.pifi.ca
Powell River Fall Fair
September 7 – 8
www.prfarmers.ca
Saanich Fair
August 31 – September 2
www.saanichfair.ca
Salt Spring Island Fall Fair
www.bcfairs.ca September 14 - 15
www.ssifi.org
Sooke Fall Fair
Sponsored by
September 7 – 8
www.sookefallfair.ca
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Vancouver Island Exhibition – Nicola Valley Fall Fair Kiskatinaw Fall Fair
125th Anniversary! (Merritt) August 16 - 18
August 23 – 25 August 31 - September 1 Lakes District Fall Fair – 75th
www.viex.ca facebook.com/NicolaValleyFallFair Anniversary!
North Thompson Fall Fair & September 6 – 8
GREATER VANCOUVER & www.ldfallfair.com
FRASER VALLEY Rodeo (Barriere)
August 31 - September 2 Nechako Valley Exhibition
Abbotsford Agrifair www.fallfair-rodeo.com (Vanderhoof)
August 2 – 4 Peachland Fall Fair – 100th August 16 – 18
www.agrifair.ca www.nvesociety.com
Anniversary!
Agassiz Fall Fair and Corn North Peace Fall Fair (Fort St.
September 7 – 8
John)
Festival www.peachlandfallfair.ca
August 16 – 18
September 13 - 14 Salmon Arm Fair www.northpeacefallfair.ca
www.agassizfallfair.com September 6 – 8
Skeena Valley Fall
Aldergrove Fair Days www.salmonarmfair.com
Fair (Terrace)
July 19 – 21 Summerland Fall Fair August 30 - September 1
www.aldergrovefair.ca September 6 - 7 www.skeenavalleyfallfair.com
www.summerlandfallfair.ca
Chilliwack Fair Tlell Fall Fair (Queen
August 9 – 11 CARIBOO / CHILCOTIN Charlotte)
www.chilliwackfair.com COAST August 4
www.tlellfallfair.ca
Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Quesnel Fall Fair
Fair August 24 – 25 BOUNDARY /
May 17 - 20 www.quesnelfallfair.com KOOTENAY
www.cloverdalerodeo.com Williams Lake Harvest Fair Creston Valley Fall Fair
Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows September 7 - 8 September 6 – 7
www.wlharvestfair.ca www.crestonvalleyfair.com
Country Fest
July 27 – 28 NORTHERN Grand Forks & District Fall Fair
www.mrpmcountryfest.com BRITISH COLUMBIA September 7 – 8
www.grandforksfallfair.ca
PNE * Fair British Columbia Northern Kootenay Country Fair
August 17 – September 2 Exhibition (Prince George) September 8
www.pne.ca August 15 – 18 www.kootenaycountryfair.com
THOMPSON www.bcne.ca
Pass Creek Regional
OKANAGAN Bulkley Valley Exhibition Exhibition (Castlegar)
(Smithers) – 100th September 21 – 22
BC Ag Exp (Barriere) Anniversary! www.passcreekfair.com
September 27 - 30 August 22 – 25 Rock Creek Fall Fair
www.bcagexpo.ca www.bvfair.ca September 14 - 15
Interior Provincial Exhibition Dawson Creek Exhibition & www.rockcreekfallfair.ca
& Stampede (Armstrong) Stampede Rossland Fall Fair
August 28 – September 1 August 7 – 11 September 7
www.armstrongipe.com www.dawsoncreekfair.com www.rosslandfallfair.ca
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