Abbotsford Agrifair Amusement Rides

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.

The event happens on the BC Day long weekend which in 2026 is from July 31st to August 2nd.

Other events on the same weekend elsewhere in the Lower Mainland are the White Rock Sea Festival, Chilliwack Sweet Corn Festival, Brigade Days at Fort Langley, Vancouver Pride Festival, Playland at the PNE and many others. New for 2025, there is also Celebrate BC which is an awesome, free festival celebrating British Columbia, its people, history, foods and culture.

See our article about the BC Day long weekend to learn about everything happening around the same time. Continue reading to learn about the Abbotsford Agrifair.

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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 took place on August 1st to 3rd in 2025. That was the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the BC Day long weekend. In 2026 the event happens on July 31st to August 2nd, though details are to be confirmed.

The fair is held at the Abbotsford Exhibition Park at 32470 Haida Drive. The event typically runs from noon to 10:00 pm on Friday and from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm on the Saturday and Sunday.

Agrifair Admission Rates

General admission to the fair is around $23 for those aged 18+, $17.50 for those aged 6 to 18, and free for children aged 5 and under. Weekend passes are also available for around $40 per person. 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, Extreme Loggers shows, 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 2024 individual tickets for the rides at the Abbotsford Agrifair typically cost about $1.50 each or $25 for a book of 20. Little kid-type rides took between three and four tickets and more serious rides required between four and five. The most expensive ride in previous years was the Zipper which cost six tickets per trip. 2025’s amusement ride rates were likely similar.

Weekend wristbands are also available at the event. 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 usually cost $30 when purchased one month in advance, $35 when purchased before August 1st and $45 when purchased at the festival itself.

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.

Abbotsford Agrifair Midway — The Midway at the Abbotsford Agrifair

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 were some of the events that happened this past year and likely will again next 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.

Concert Stage Entertainment

One of the biggest draws to the event is its Main Stage concert series, which happened again in 2025. It’s usually free with admission, and people just bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the shows. The schedule of headliners for 2025 is listed below.

Friday, August 1st, 2025

11:00 am – Battle of The Bands
4:00 pm – Jimi
5:00 pm – Miss Shauna
7:00 pm – Annika & The Earthlings
8:30 pm – Faber Drive

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

11:00 am – Battle of the Bands Finals
1:00 pm – Agrifair Idol
4:00 pm – Ben Klein Elvis Tribute
5:30 pm – Live Rust Neil Young Tribute
7:00 pm – 80’s BC Top ZZ Top Tribute
8:00 pm – Battle of the Bands Winner
8:30 pm – Road Side Attraction

Saturday, August 3rd, 2025

11:00 am – Worship with the5000 Ministry
1:00 pm – Agrifair Idol
5:30 pm – Strong Bow & Wry Duo
7:00 pm – Andrew Michael Band
8:15 pm – Agrifair Idol Winner
8:30 pm – Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues

Visit agrifair.ca for the Abbotsford Agrifair’s official website.

Ryan McAllister in Concert — Ryan McAllister at the Agrifair in 2022

Agrifair Events Schedule

Below was the schedule of events for the Abbotsford Agrifair this past year.

Friday, August 1st, 2025

(Note: Times and other details were subject to change.)

Arena

9:00 am – Open Horse Show
2:30 pm – Horse and Hound
4:00 pm – Country Horse Classic
6:00 pm – Open Horse Show Stake Classes

Pioneer Corner

9:00 am – Pancake Breakfast
1:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
2:00 pm – Pioneer Tea
3:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration

Upper Grounds

9:00 am – 4-H Show (until 4:00 pm)
11:00 am – Pig Races
11:00 am – Presentation: Stings-bee vs. Wasp
12:00 pm – Chainsaw Craving (until 6:00 pm)
2:00 pm – Pig Races
2:00 pm – Presentation: What is honey and how is it made?
5:00 pm – Pig Races
5:00 pm – Presentation: Pollination: Why the bees are so important?
5:30 pm – Chainsaw Craving

Ball Diamond

11:00 am – Kids Zone Open (until 8:00 pm)
11:00 am – Norden The Magician
12:00 pm – Monster Foam Party and Escape Room Open
12:00 pm – Chainsaw Craving (until 6:00 pm)
2:00 pm – Princess Story Time
4:00 pm – Gary Savard Magician (until 8:00 pm)

Lower Grounds

12:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
1:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
3:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
4:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
5:00 pm – Demolition Derby
6:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
7:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
7:30 pm – All Star Wrestling
8:30 pm – All Star Wrestling

Thunderbowl

11:00 am – Monster Zone Open, Monster Spectacular Pit Party & Monster VIP Zone
12:00 pm – Monster Spectacular
5:00 pm – Monster Zone Open, Monster Spectacular Pit Party & Monster VIP Zone
6:00 pm – Monster Spectacular

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

(Note: Times and other details were subject to change.)

Arena

9:00 am – Open Horse Show
2:30 pm – Horse and Hound
4:00 pm – Country Horse Classic
6:00 pm – Open Horse Show Stake Classes

Pioneer Corner

9:00 am – Pancake Breakfast
1:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
3:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration

Upper Grounds

9:00 am – 4-H Show (until 4:00 pm)
11:00 am – Pig Races
11:00 am – Presentation: Stings-bee vs. Wasp
12:00 pm – Chainsaw Craving (until 6:00 pm)
2:00 pm – Pig Races
2:00 pm – Presentation: What is honey and how is it made?
5:00 pm – Pig Races
5:00 pm – Presentation: Pollination: Why the bees are so important?
5:30 pm – Chainsaw Craving

Ball Diamond

11:00 am – Kids Zone Open (until 8:00 pm)
10:00 am – Gary Savard Magician
12:00 pm – Monster Foam Party (until 5:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Escape Room Open (until 5:00 pm)
2:00 pm – Princess Story Time
4:00 pm – Norden the Magician

Lower Grounds

11:00 am – Demolition Derby
12:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
1:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
2:00 pm – All Star Wrestling
3:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
4:00 pm – All Star Wrestling
5:00 pm – Demolition Derby
6:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
7:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
8:30 pm – All Star Wrestling

Thunderbowl

11:00 am – Monster Zone Open, Monster Spectacular Pit Party & Monster VIP Zone
12:00 pm – Monster Spectacular
5:00 pm – Monster Zone Open, Monster Spectacular Pit Party & Monster VIP Zone
6:00 pm – Monster Spectacular

Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

(Note: Times and other details were subject to change.)

Arena

9:00 am – Open Horse Show
2:30 pm – Horse and Hound
4:00 pm – Country Horse Classic

Pioneer Corner

9:00 am – Pancake Breakfast
1:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration
3:00 pm – Antique Farm Machinery Demonstration

Upper Grounds

9:00 am – 4-H Show (until 4:00 pm)
11:00 am – Pig Races
11:00 am – Presentation: Stings-bee vs. Wasp
12:00 pm – Chainsaw Craving (until 6:00 pm)
2:00 pm – Pig Races
2:00 pm – Presentation: What is honey and how is it made?
5:00 pm – Pig Races
5:00 pm – Presentation: Pollination: Why the bees are so important?
5:30 pm – Chainsaw Craving

Ball Diamond

11:00 am – Kids Zone Open (until 8:00 pm)
10:00 am – Gary Savard Magician
12:00 pm – Monster Foam Party (until 5:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Escape Room Open (until 5:00 pm)
2:00 pm – Princess Story Time
4:00 pm – Norden the Magician

Lower Grounds

11:00 am – Demolition Derby
12:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
1:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
1:00 pm – All Star Wrestling
3:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
3:30 pm – All Star Wrestling
4:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
5:00 pm – Demolition Derby
6:00 pm – Extreme Loggers
7:00 pm – Extreme Dogs
8:00 pm – All Star Wrestling

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.