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Event Details
Established in 1868, this vibrant agricultural fair has been a longstanding tradition where local farmers showcase the fruits of their labour while enjoying a bit of friendly competition and community spirit. Over the years, the fair has grown in both size and popularity, offering an ever-expanding lineup of attractions and entertainment. In 2024, it celebrated a record-breaking one-day attendance of 23,718 people, making it one of the region’s most anticipated events!
🍂 Norwood Fair Weekend Schedule
Saturday, Oct 11
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Gates open 9:00am – Midway 10:30am
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All day: Kids Koral, Old MacDonald’s Farm, Car Show (HS Field)
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Morning: Hunter, Poultry, Heavy & Light Horse Shows
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11:00am: Live music (outdoor stage)
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11:15am: Future Farmers Beef Show → 4-H Beef → Beef Show
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Noon: Parade
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1:00pm: Fair Opening Ceremony (Brethen Coliseum)
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1:30pm: Kids & youth entertainment (talent show, baby show, stuffed animal comp., games)
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3:45pm: Steer Show & Sale
Sunday, Oct 12
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Gates open 9:00am – Midway 10:30am
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All day: Kids Koral, Old MacDonald’s Farm, Sheep Shearing & Wool Spinning
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9:00am: Gymkhana Show
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10:00am: Western Horse Show
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10:30am: Junior Fair Ambassador Competition
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11:00am: Pony Draw → Sheep Dog Demo → Live music outdoors
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Noon: Dairy Goat & 4-H Goat Show
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12:30–4:00pm: Keene Country (Brethen Coliseum)
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1:00pm: Lawn Mower Races, Flyball Dogs, Heavy Pony Draw
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2:00–4:30pm: Cale Crowe (Outdoor Stage)
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Afternoon: More sheep dog & flyball demos
Monday, Oct 13
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Gates open 9:00am – Midway 10:30am
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All day: Kids Koral, Old MacDonald’s Farm, Antique Tractor Display, Craft Demos
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8:00am: Ontario Xtreme Cowboy Competition
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10:30am: Dads with Jobs (Brethen Coliseum)
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11:30am: Future Farmers Dairy Show → 4-H Dairy Calf → Holstein & Jersey Shows
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11:30am–1:30pm: Stockdale Central (Outdoor Stage)
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Noon: Horse Draw, Antique Tractor Pull, Riding Stables Drill Team
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1:30–3:30pm: Gord McGee & Loose Ends (Coliseum) & Stockdale Central (Outdoor Stage)
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2:45pm: Heavy Horse Draw