There's nothing quite like fall fair season in Middlesex County. As the days grow cooler and the fields turn shades of gold, our communities come alive with a tradition that's been bringing families together for generations. From thrilling midway rides and demolition derbies to livestock shows, homecraft exhibits, live entertainment, and mouthwatering fair food, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you're continuing a family tradition or discovering your first country fair, these four beloved Middlesex County fairs are the perfect way to experience the best of autumn.
Glencoe Fair
September 25–26, 2026
This year is extra special as the Glencoe Agricultural Society celebrates its 150th anniversary, making the 2026 Glencoe Fair one you won't want to miss.
Known for its warm community spirit and agricultural roots, the fair features crowd favourites like the Demolition Derby, Hillbilly Hustle, livestock competitions, homecraft exhibits, and the Fair Ambassador Program. Browse local vendors, cheer on competitors, and experience the excitement of the midway while enjoying classic fair treats like fresh-cut fries, mini donuts, and candy apples.
For nearly 150 years, the Glencoe Fair has celebrated the people, traditions, and agriculture that make this community so special, and this milestone year promises even more reasons to celebrate.
Thorndale Fair
September 25–27, 2026
The Thorndale Fair is where agricultural tradition meets family fun. From the lively parade and Fair Ambassador competitions to impressive livestock shows and 4-H exhibits, there's no shortage of activities throughout the weekend.
Visitors can look forward to exciting attractions including the Demolition Derby, Snowmobile Grass Drags, the popular Lions Car Show, horse events, homecraft competitions, and plenty of midway rides for all ages. Whether you're exploring the exhibition halls, visiting with farm animals, or enjoying live entertainment and delicious fair food, the Thorndale Fair delivers a classic country fair experience that keeps visitors coming back year after year.
Ilderton Fall Fair
October 2–4, 2026
One of the largest fall fairs in Southwestern Ontario, the Ilderton Fall Fair offers three days packed with entertainment for the whole family.
Stroll through the Agriplex to see livestock and agricultural displays, browse local vendors, enjoy midway rides and games, and indulge in a variety of delicious food vendors. Signature events include the Saturday Night Tractor Pull, the always-popular Sunday Demolition Derby, car and tractor displays, family activities, and competitions celebrating agriculture, homecraft, and rural life.
With its welcoming atmosphere and mix of traditional and modern attractions, the Ilderton Fall Fair has something for visitors of every age.
Dorchester Fair
October 9–12, 2026
Round out fair season at one of Middlesex County's longest-running traditions—the Dorchester Fair.
This year's "Haunted Harvest" parade theme adds an extra touch of fall fun to Thanksgiving weekend. Visitors can enjoy the beloved Fair Parade, livestock and 4-H competitions, agricultural exhibits, homecraft displays, midway rides, live entertainment, local vendors, and all the fair food favourites you've been craving.
Whether you're cheering on the Demolition Derby, exploring the exhibit halls, or making memories with family on the midway, the Dorchester Fair is the perfect way to celebrate the Thanksgiving weekend and the changing season.
Make it a Fall Tradition
Fall fairs are more than just rides and treats, they're a celebration of Middlesex County's agricultural heritage, local talent, and close-knit communities. Every fair offers its own unique traditions while sharing the same welcoming atmosphere that has made these events favourites for generations. Some fairs also host parades with routes near the fair grounds.
Pack your sweater, bring your appetite, and make this autumn one to remember by experiencing every fair across Middlesex County. Whether you're chasing the excitement of the midway, discovering local artisans, meeting farm animals, or simply enjoying a warm apple cider as the leaves change colour, there's no better place to celebrate fall.
We'll see you at the fair!