The Abbotsford Agrifair is an agricultural fair that features amusement rides, 4-H shows, live music and other activities at Exhibition Park in the summer.
In 2026 the event happens on the BC Day Long Weekend, from the Friday of July 31st until the Sunday of August 2nd.
See our article about the August Long Weekend to learn about everything happening around the same time. Continue reading to learn about the Abbotsford Agrifair or visit the agrifair.ca website.
Information in this article includes the following topics:
Dates and Location | Admission Rates | Events and Activities | Friday Schedule | Saturday Schedule | Sunday Schedule | Concert Stage Entertainment | Agrifair Video | Tips & Advice | Other Information
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Agricultural Fair in Abbotsford
Billing itself as the “biggest little country fair since 1909,” the Abbotsford Agrifair is an annual event in the Fraser Valley which is one of, if not, the most important farming regions in the Lower Mainland.
Abbotsford is in the heart of farm country and the event is a major community affair.
Agrifair Dates and Location
The Abbotsford Agrifair takes place on July 31st to August 2nd in 2026. That is the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the BC Day long weekend.
The fair is held at the Abbotsford Exhibition Park at 32470 Haida Drive. The event runs from 9:00 am until 9:00 pm on all three days.
Visit agrifair.ca for the Abbotsford Agrifair’s official website.
Agrifair Admission Rates
General admission to the fair is cheapest if you buy online. When purchased in advance, tickets are about $18 for those ages 18+, $13 for those ages 6 to 18, and free for children ages 5 and under. Prices at the gate are about $5 more per person. Weekend passes are also available this year for around $40. These prices are a fabulous deal as they include admission to most venues at the fair.
General admission tickets give access to the Demolition Derby, Extreme Dogs shows, Pig Races, All Star Wrestling, Mainstage Concerts and most other activities. They do not, however, include the Monster Spectacular show. You also have to pay extra for the rides.
Amusement Ride Rates
In 2026 ride passes for the Abbotsford Agrifair cost between $25 and $45 per person. To save money, it’s best to get your wristband as early as possible.
Weekend wristbands for the 2026 Abbotsford Agrifair are available online. These give unlimited access to all the rides. If you want to hang out on the Zipper or some of the other rides all day, this is a comparatively good deal. Wristbands start around $25 per person, but range up to $45 as the event dates get closer.
Note: Shooting Star Amusements’ ride tickets are non-refundable, so don’t buy more than you need. The tickets never expire, however, so if you don’t use them all up you can usually use them at the Abbotsford Agrifair another day, another year or even at a whole other event in the future.
Agrifair Events and Activities
There is so much to see and do at the Abbotsford Agrifair. There is something for everyone in fact, which makes it a fabulous multi-generational event. Below are some of the events that are happening this year.
- 4-H and Open Horse Show – an on-site agri-tour featuring animals, decorated stalls and educational displays.
- All-Star Wrestling – professional wrestlers from BC put on eight entertaining shows throughout the weekend.
- Amusement Rides – there is a good selection of rides and other carnival attractions at the Abbotsford Agrifair.
- Country Horse Classic – special performances by the Second Shot Drill Production Team, Fraser Valley Mounted Combat and more. There’s also a Draft Horse demonstration every day.
- Demolition Derby – a series of entertaining events that feature cars racing around a track and crashing into each other.
- Fraser Valley Antique Farm and Machinery Display – a fascinating collection of old farm equipment and a look back at local history.
Another special feature of the Abbotsford Agrifair in 2026 are performances by the RCMP Musical Ride. They have shows on July 31st as well as on August 1st and 2nd.
Concert Stage Entertainment
One of the biggest draws to the event is its Main Stage concert series. It’s usually free with admission, and people bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the shows. The schedule of headliners for 2026 year is below.
Friday, July 31st, 2026
- 12:00 pm – Music Bingo
- 2:00 pm – Battle of The Bands (Youth Category)
- 5:00 pm – Agrifair Karaoke Idol Open Tryouts
- 7:00 pm – Battle of the Bands (Youth Winner)
- 8:00 pm – Appaloosa
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
- 12:00 pm – Music Bingo
- 1:30 pm – Agrifair Karaoke Idol Semifinals
- 4:00 pm – Battle of the Bands (Rock Category)
- 6:00 pm – The Kids
- 7:00 pm – Battle of the Bands (Rock Winner)
- 8:00 pm – Topaz
Sunday, August 2nd, 2026
- 10:30 am – Worship with the5000 Ministries
- 12:00 pm – Music Bingo
- 1:30 pm – Agrifair Idol Finals
- 4:00 pm – Battle of the Bands (Country Category)
- 6:00 pm – Annika Catharina
- 7:00 pm – Battle of the Bands (Country Winner)
- 8:00 pm – Morgan Griffiths
Visit agrifair.ca for the Abbotsford Agrifair’s official website.
Agrifair Events Schedule
Below is the schedule of events for the Abbotsford Agrifair this year.
Friday, July 31st, 2026
(Note: Times and other details are subject to change.)
Arena
- 9:30 am – Horse and Hound
- 11:30 am – 4-H Dog Show
- 2:00 pm – Country Horse Classic
- 3:30 pm – RCMP Musical Ride Warmup
- 5:00 pm – RCMP Musical Ride
Pioneer Corner
- 9:00 am – Pancake Breakfast
- 10:00 am – Pioneer Kitchen (until 6:00 pm)
- 1:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
- 4:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
Lower Grounds
- 11:30 am – Extreme Dogs
- 12:30 pm – Pig Races
- 1:30 pm – Chainsaw Carving
- 2:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
- 2:30 pm – Pig Races
- 3:00 pm – Chainsaw Carving
- 5:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 6:00 pm – Pig Races
- 7:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
- 8:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
Upper Grounds
- 9:00 am – 4-H Show (until 3:00 pm)
- 9:00 am – Livestock Barn (until 8:00 pm)
- 9:00 am – Interactive Zone including LEGO Chilliwack Model Railway Club (until 9:00 pm)
Kids Zone
- 9:00 am – Kids Activities (until 5:00 pm)
- 11:00 am – The Great Gordini (Magic)
- 12:00 pm – Kellie Haines (Ventriloquism)
- 1:00 pm – The Magic Guy
- 3:00 pm – The Magic Guy
Motor Sports Arena
- 6:00 pm – Demolition Derby
Visit agrifair.ca for the Abbotsford Agrifair’s official website.
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
(Note: Times and other details are subject to change.)
Arena
- 9:30 am – Horse and Hound
- 11:30 am – RCMP Musical Ride Warmup
- 1:00 pm – RCMP Musical Ride
- 2:30 pm – Country Horse Classic
- 3:30 pm – RCMP Musical Ride Warmup
- 5:00 pm – RCMP Musical Ride
Pioneer Corner
- 9:00 am – Pancake Breakfast
- 10:00 am – Pioneer Kitchen (until 6:00 pm)
- 2:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
- 4:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
Lower Grounds
- 11:00 am – Pig Races
- 12:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
- 12:30 pm – Chainsaw Carving
- 1:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 2:00 pm – Pig Races
- 3:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
- 3:30 pm – Chainsaw Carving
- 4:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 4:30 pm – Pig Races
- 6:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 7:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
Upper Grounds
- 9:00 am – 4-H Show (until 5:00 pm)
- 9:00 am – Livestock Barn (until 8:00 pm)
- 9:00 am – Interactive Zone including LEGO Chilliwack Model Railway Club (until 9:00 pm)
Kids Zone
- 9:00 am – Kids Activities (until 5:00 pm)
- 11:00 am – Norden the Magician
- 12:00 pm – Kellie Haines (Ventriloquism)
- 1:00 pm – The Magic Guy
- 3:00 pm – The Magic Guy
Motor Sports Arena
- 10:45 am – Demolition Derby Meet & Greet
- 11:30 am – Demolition Derby
- 2:15 pm – Demolition Derby Meet & Greet
- 3:00 pm – Demolition Derby
- 6:15 pm – Demolition Derby Meet & Greet
- 7:00 pm – Demolition Derby
Sunday, August 2nd, 2026
(Note: Times and other details are subject to change.)
Arena
- 9:30 am – Horse and Hound
- 11:30 am – RCMP Musical Ride Warmup
- 1:00 pm – RCMP Musical Ride
- 2:30 pm – Country Horse Classic
- 3:30 pm – RCMP Musical Ride Warmup
- 5:00 pm – RCMP Musical Ride
Pioneer Corner
- 10:00 am – Pioneer Kitchen (until 6:00 pm)
- 2:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
- 4:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
Lower Grounds
- 11:00 am – Pig Races
- 12:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
- 12:30 pm – Chainsaw Carving
- 1:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 2:00 pm – Pig Races
- 3:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
- 3:30 pm – Chainsaw Carving
- 4:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 4:30 pm – Pig Races
- 6:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
- 7:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
Upper Grounds
- 9:00 am – 4-H Show (until 3:30 pm)
- 9:00 am – Livestock Barn (until 8:00 pm)
- 9:00 am – Interactive Zone including LEGO Chilliwack Model Railway Club (until 9:00 pm)
Kids Zone
- 9:00 am – Kids Activities (until 5:00 pm)
- 11:00 am – Norden the Magician
- 12:00 pm – Kellie Haines (Ventriloquism)
- 1:00 pm – The Magic Guy
- 3:00 pm – The Magic Guy
Motor Sports Arena
- 10:45 am – Demolition Derby Meet & Greet
- 11:30 am – Demolition Derby
- 2:15 pm – Demolition Derby Meet & Greet
- 3:00 pm – Demolition Derby
- 6:15 pm – Demolition Derby Meet & Greet
- 7:00 pm – Demolition Derby
Visit agrifair.ca for the Abbotsford Agrifair’s official website.
Agrifair Video
Below is a video showcasing some of the events and activities at the Abbotsford Agrifair most years.
Included in the video are views from the Ferris wheel, Richard’s Racers pig races, the demolition derby, and motocross jumping stunts. Also featured is the RCMP Musical Ride which visited the Agrifair in 2018.
Things not included in the video are the lumberjack shows, evening concerts, animal displays and lots of other fun stuff.
There are so many amazing things to see and do at the Agrifair.
Tips & Advice
Below are some tips and suggestions to help you make the most of your visit to the Abbotsford Agrifair the next time you go.
TIP #1: We highly recommend the Motocross events (in years when they take place). The motorcycle jumps and stunts are amazing. The Demolition Derby can be pretty fun to watch too.
TIP #2: If you want a seat in the bleachers for the Motocross or Demolition Derby events, get to the respective venues early, and well before show time. On busy days and at popular times, the seats fill up quickly.
TIP #3: If you have young children with sensitive ears, consider letting them use ear plugs or ear protectors of some kind. Most children will love the show, but it can get pretty loud and people with extra-sensitive hearing may want to cover their ears.
TIP #4: Take a hat and sunscreen and be sure to keep hydrated if it’s a sunny day. It can get hot out in Abbotsford!
Other Information
See the Abbotsford Agrifair website to learn more about this event.
Click Fraser Valley or Abbotsford for ideas on other things to do and see in the area.
See the August Event Calendar for a list of other events this time of year.
See the Festivals & Events Calendar to learn about other events in the Lower Mainland throughout the year.
See our article about BC Day Weekend Events for a list of other activities on the August long weekend.
Check out our article about Amusement Rides in the Lower Mainland for a list of other places and events you can find Ferris Wheels and other carnival-like attractions.
Other websites you might also find of interest are VancouverForKids.ca, VancouverMusicFestivals.ca, and VancouverFoodFestivals.ca.
