Ancaster Fair is always the 3rd weekend after Labour Day and guaranteed to be full of family fun. September 21-24, 2023.
Ancaster Fair Hours
Gate Hours
Thursday: 5:00pm-9:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 9:00am-9:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am-5:00pm
No entry is permitted after the gates close. Buildings will be open until 10:00 PM Thurs/Fri/Sat, and until 6:00 PM on Sunday.
Tickets & Passes
Fair Admission: Click here to visit Ticketscene to purchase tickets to enter the fair.
We encourage visitors to purchase entrance tickets in advance (scanned at the gate with your smart device or printed page). Tickets will be available for sale at the Gatehouse with Debit or Credit ONLY. No cash will be accepted at the Gatehouse.
Ride Passes: Midway (ride tickets) will be available directly through World’s Finest Shows at the event or online. Links and more details to follow when available. Thursday ride bracelet $35. Passes available at fairgrounds only.
Can I bring my pet?
Pets are NOT allowed entry to the Fair, except for Competition Entries and licensed guide and service animals.
Is there parking? Is the Ancaster Fair accessible via transit?
Getting to the fair is easy and parking is always free. We are accessible via HSR special shuttle from Meadowlands and Downtown.
When does the Demolition Derby take place?
Demolition Derby runs all three nights of the fair: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
More information available via: Ontario Demo Derby
Ancaster Fair Archives + Resources
Educational Resources
Old MacDonald’s Farm Videos
- About Old MacDonald’s Farm [video]
- 2022 Ancaster Fair Interview with Ben Howell [video]
- Laying Hens [video]
- Milking Parlour [video]
- Donkey [video]
- Cattle [video]
Judging Videos
- Jewellery [video via Google Drive]
- Canning [video via Google Drive]
Archives from Past Events
- 2021 – Llama show [video]
- 2020 – Step Back in Time and experience the Ancaster Fair [video]
- 2019 – Ancaster Fair Heritage Square full tour [video]
