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.

In 2025 the event happens on the BC Day Long Weekend from August 1st to 3rd.

Other events on the same weekend elsewhere in the Lower Mainland include the White Rock Sea Festival, Chilliwack Sweet Corn Festival, Mission Ribfest, Vancouver Pride Festival, Happyland, Playland at the PNE and many others. To learn about everything happening around the same time, see our article about the BC Day Long Weekend. To learn about the Abbotsford Agrifair, continue reading.

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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 & Location

The Abbotsford Agrifair takes place on August 1st to 3rd in 2025. That’s 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 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 usually $14 for those aged 13+, $8 for those aged 6 to 12, and free for children aged 5 and under. Weekend passes are also available for around $23 per person. These prices are a fabulous deal as they include admission to most venues at the fair.

Rides cost extra and parking is about $7 per vehicle (with no in-and-out privileges).

Amusement Ride Rates

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 take between three and four tickets and more serious rides require between four and five. The most expensive ride in previous years was the Zipper which cost six tickets per trip.

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 & 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. Here were some of the events that happened last 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.
Cinemazoo – not your ordinary collection of animals, these four-legged or winged friends are talented and ready to perform.
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 2024. It’s usually free with admission, and folks just bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the shows. The schedule of headliners for 2024 is listed below. The lineup for 2025 will be comparable.

Friday, August 2nd, 2024 – Eshan Sobti at 7:00 pm and Punjabi Band at 7:30 pm
Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 – Lisa Brokop at 7:00 pm and a DJ at 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 4th, 2024 – Dr. Strangelove at 7:00 pm and a DJ at 8:30 pm

For the Abbotsford Agrifair’s official website visit agrifair.ca.

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

Agrifair Events Schedule

Below was the schedule of events for the Abbotsford Agrifair last year. The schedule for 2025 will be similar.

Friday, August 2nd, 2024

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

10:30 am – BC Summer Exhibition Series House Show (until 5:30 pm)
12:00 pm – 4-H Shows (until 8:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Antique Tractor Displays & Demos & Chainsaw Carving (until 6:00 pm)
12:30 pm – Pig Races
1:00 pm – Monster Foam Party (until 5:00 pm)
1:00 pm – Twisters Gymnastics Open Gym (until 6:00 pm)
1:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
2:30 pm – Pig Races
3:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
4:30 pm – Pig Races
5:30 pm – Country Horse Classic Show
5:30 pm – Demo Derby
6:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
7:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
7:00 pm – Eshan Sobti (Main Stage)
7:30 pm – Punjabi Band (Main Stage)
8:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling

Saturday, August 3rd, 2024

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

10:00 am – 4-H Shows (until 8:00 pm)
10:00 am – Community Futures Marketplace (until 9:00 pm)
10:00 am – BC Summer Exhibition Series House Show (until 5:30 pm)
10:30 am – Pig Races
11:30 am – All-Star Wrestling
12:00 pm – Chainsaw Carving (until 6:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Monster Foam Party (until 5:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Twisters Gymnastics Open Gym (until 6:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Interactive Kids Area (until 6:00 pm)
12:30 pm – Demo Derby
1:00 pm – Music Bingo
1:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
2:30 pm – Pig Races
3:00 pm – Karaoke
3:30 pm – All-Star Wrestling
4:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
5:30 pm – Pig Races
5:30 pm – Country Horse Classic Show
6:00 pm – Demo Derby
7:00 pm – Extreme Dog Show
7:00 pm – Lisa Brokop (Main Stage)
7:00 pm – BC Summer Exhibition Series House Show (until 9:00 pm)
8:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
8:30 pm – DJ (Main Stage)

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

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

10:00 am – 4-H Shows (until 5:00 pm)
10:00 am – Community Futures Marketplace (until 9:00 pm)
10:00 am – BC Summer Exhibition Series House Show (until 3:00 pm)
10:30 am – Pig Races
11:30 am – All-Star Wrestling
12:00 pm – Chainsaw Carving (until 6:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Monster Foam Party (until 5:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Twisters Gymnastics Open Gym (until 6:00 pm)
12:00 pm – Interactive Kids Area (until 5:00 pm)
12:30 pm – Demo Derby
1:00 pm – Music Bingo
1:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
2:30 pm – Pig Races
3:00 pm – Karaoke
3:00 pm – Country Horse Classic Show
3:30 pm – All-Star Wrestling
4:30 pm – Extreme Dog Show
5:30 pm – Pig Races
6:00 pm – Demo Derby
7:00 pm – Extreme Dog Show
7:00 pm – Dr. Strangelove (Main Stage)
8:00 pm – All-Star Wrestling
8:30 pm – DJ (Main Stage)

For the full schedule from last year, click Agrifair 2024 Schedule.

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 in the video 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 folks 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!