One of Canada’s top rock bands April Wine and new motorsport and exotic animal shows are among the many offerings that will make up this year’s Arnprior Fair.
The Arnprior Agricultural Society has unveiled the attractions for the 156th Arnprior Agricultural Fair, which runs Aug. 5 to 8. Volunteers have been busy organizing the events, which include exciting new attractions as well as old favourites.
In the spirit of adding new excitement to the fair, directors are pleased to introduce new events, including the addition of a Thursday night line-up highlighted by the Edge Motorsports’ extreme thrill show. Local musician Gary Patrois will provide the Thursday entertainment.
For children and animal lovers, the fair will feature Bowmanville Zoo’s exotic animal shows Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
There is also going to be a bingo and entertainment by Gamut Friday, a busy day that will wrap with the April Wine concert.
New events Saturday include ‘Lunch Box – Deal or no Deal’ for the kids, Circus Delights and other family entertainment.
The returning favourites include agricultural and other exhibits, a team penning competition Saturday and Sunday, beef and dairy shows, 4-H shows, and Saturday’s always popular Demolition Derby.
Other entertainers include Catalyst and Simon Clarke’s A Touch of Class.
Fair directors say they are “confident these events will be a fun part of the family entertainment at this year’s fair, and look forward to seeing everyone there.”
Advance gate and ride passes will be available soon. The whole line-up is available on the Arnprior Agricultural Society’s newly designed website at arnpriorfair.ca.