The Dorchester Fair returns for its 169th year, bringing together agricultural traditions, family fun, live entertainment, and exciting competitions. With a parade, midway, music, and classic fair favourites, there’s something for everyone over the Thanksgiving weekend!
Key Events:
Monday, Oct 7 – Ambassador Competition (Donnybrook Hall)
Thursday, Oct 10 – Prize Book Entries Accepted
Friday, Oct 11 – Midway Opens 🎡
Saturday, Oct 12 –
• Parade (10:30am)
• Loud Noises, Safe as Milk, Greg Williams & The Dirty Magnolias (Outdoor Stage) 🎶
• Demolition Derby (2pm, Track) 🚗💥
• Family fun with Dotsy the Clown & 4H Dairy ShowSunday, Oct 13 – Talent Show (1:30pm, Outdoor Stage), Beer Tent, Dotsy the Clown
Monday, Oct 14 (Thanksgiving Monday) –
• Hammerlock Pure Wrestling (1pm, West Lawn)
• The Sandpipers (2:30pm, Outdoor Stage)
• Chili Cook-Off & Judging 🌶️
• Fair Entry Pick Up
Continuous Entertainment All Weekend:
Fun Zone: Henna Artist, Kids’ Carnival Games
West Field: Little Barnyard Discovery Farm
Donnybrook Hall: Blacksmith Demonstration
Canada 125 Building: Antiques Display & History of the Fair Exhibit
Good to Know:
Midway, buildings, and beer tent open daily at scheduled times
Prize Book entries accepted earlier in the week (Oct 10–11)
Family-friendly entertainment alongside traditional agricultural showcases
Website: dorchesterfair.ca
