Mildmay Fall Fair 2026: Over 160 Years in Bruce County
A parade, 4-H shows, and a demolition derby in the Gateway to Beautiful Bruce County
Dates
Sep 11–13*
Cost
TBA 2026
Where
Mildmay, ON
Tradition
160+ Years
For well over 160 years, the Mildmay Agricultural Society has brought a parade, livestock judging, and small-town spirit to this corner of South Bruce — the kind of fair where the exhibit hall is as much a draw as the demolition derby.
🎉 Parade
🐄 4-H livestock shows
💥 Demolition derby
🐐 Petting zoo
💡 *The Mildmay Agricultural Society hadn’t posted official 2026 dates as of this writing. The fair traditionally runs the first weekend after Labour Day (Sept 7, 2026), which points to September 11–13 — confirm on their Facebook page as the date gets closer.
✨ Why This Fair Is Worth the Drive
Mildmay sits in the Municipality of South Bruce, billed locally as the “Gateway to Beautiful Bruce County,” and its fall fair has been a fixture of the community calendar for well over 160 years. It’s the kind of fair that still opens with a proper parade through the village before settling into judging, exhibits, and grandstand-style entertainment.
The fair is organized by the Mildmay Agricultural Society, and past editions have leaned into a fresh theme each year — 2025’s was “Boots & Country Roots.” Inside the Mildmay-Carrick Complex, the exhibit hall fills with the kind of homecraft you’d expect from a Bruce County fair: handmade quilts, locally grown vegetables, preserves, and baked goods.
Outside, recent years have brought 4-H beef and dairy shows, a farmer’s Olympics, a petting zoo, and a demolition derby — plus lighter additions like a paintball challenge that’s become a fan favourite with kids and adults alike.
📋 What to Expect
The Mildmay Agricultural Society hadn’t posted an official 2026 hour-by-hour schedule at the time of writing. Based on the fair’s usual weekend structure, here’s what typically happens each day — confirm exact times on their Facebook page closer to the date.
Friday
Fair opens with exhibit drop-off and early evening activities. Full timing not yet published for 2026.
Saturday
Traditionally the busiest day — parade through the village, 4-H shows, exhibit judging, and evening entertainment. Full timing not yet published for 2026.
Sunday
Recent years have wrapped the weekend with the demolition derby. Full timing not yet published for 2026.
🏆 Fair Traditions to Watch For
These have been recurring parts of the Mildmay Fall Fair weekend in recent years. Treat this as a preview rather than a confirmed 2026 lineup.
🎉 Village parade
🐄 4-H beef & dairy shows
🏋️ Farmer’s Olympics
🐐 Petting zoo
🔫 Paintball challenge
💥 Demolition derby
🎯 Horseshoe & cornhole tournaments
🍗 Chicken dinner & live auction
🎟️ Essentials
Ambassador of the Fair
A longstanding part of the fair, with local youth representing Mildmay-Carrick at regional and provincial pageants.
Exhibit Hall
Homecraft, baking, preserves, and produce entries are welcome — held at the Mildmay-Carrick Complex.
Chicken Dinner
A fair favourite historically paired with a live auction — check the official Facebook page for 2026 timing and tickets.
Stay Updated
The Mildmay Agricultural Society posts updates on Facebook and Instagram (@mildmayagsociety) as the fair approaches.
🚗 Getting There
Fair activities are centred on the Mildmay-Carrick Complex, with the parade running through the village and some events at Mildmay’s Rotary Park nearby — all within easy walking distance of each other in this compact South Bruce village.
Address: Mildmay-Carrick Complex, 24 Vincent St, Mildmay, ON N0G 2J0.
📍 Get Directions to the Complex
❓ Common Questions
Details may change — always confirm on the Mildmay Agricultural Society’s Facebook page before heading out.
Location
Get DirectionsMildmay-Carrick Complex, 24 Vincent St, Mildmay, ON, N0G 2J0
