PERTH — Get ready to dust off the cowboy boots, or just a comfy pair of sneakers, and head to the Perth Fairgrounds on Labour Day weekend where tradition, family fun and rural displays collide from Friday through Monday.
As one of Ontario’s oldest agricultural fairs, founded in 1845, the Perth Fair is going full throttle in its 178th year, with something for everyone. Livestock and horse shows feature everything from miniature horses to heavy-horse competitions. Inside the exhibit halls, you’ll find horticulture displays and homecraft competitions in baking, quilts, preserves, woodworking and more.
For adrenaline junkies, the lineup includes a demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls, and even lawn-tractor races. The midway offers classic rides, games and fair treats, with bracelet specials on Friday afternoon and tickets available all weekend. Children’s entertainment, local music acts and a lively Beer Garden keep the energy high.
The entertainment schedule includes The Derringers on Friday from 9 to 11 p.m., Riley New Band on Saturday at 9 p.m., Jamie and Brendan McMunn with Family Tradition on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m., and The Quest closing out Sunday from 9 to 11 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge for Saturday night’s show.
Admission is about $15 for adults, with a reduced rate on Monday, and children six and under get in free. Weekend passes are available for those planning to take in multiple days of fun.
The Perth Fair offers classic small-town charm with a turbocharged mix of barnyard competition, horsepower, homemade pride and entertainment. Come for the prize-winning vegetables and preserves, stay for the music, rides and mayhem.
More info at perthfair.com. See you at the fair.
