Western Fair Happy Days are here again!
Announcing Super Pass Savings, Competitions and Big Kids 65+ FREE – WESTERN FAIR 2023
Join us for ten Happy Days, September 8-17, 2023, when Western Fair rekindles the magic of London’s largest community celebration.
Announcing Super Pass Savings, Competitions and Big Kids 65+ FREE – WESTERN FAIR 2023
Join us for ten Happy Days, September 8-17, 2023, when Western Fair rekindles the magic of London’s largest community celebration. Check out the following discounts and details announced today at www.westernfair.ca
Advance Admissions on sale today.
SUPER PASS – ADVANCE - $42
Up to 32% off your Advance Super Pass (Unlimited Rides and Admission for one day only) $42 - available now until September 7, 2023. This is the best deal of the year and only available in advance of the Western Fair’s opening day. Super Passes cannot be purchased after the gates open this September!
CORPORATE AND GROUP – ADVANCE - $37
Save up to 40% in advance pricing for your company, book club, church group or bowling team! All you need to qualify your business or group to access even greater advance savings is to purchase 15+ Super Passes at once and Western Fair will provide even greater savings – check out westernfair.ca
FRONT OF LINE - ADVANCE
Save $5 off your Advance -Front of the Line Pass - $20
Fair guests who wish to have access to a quicker line for midway rides can purchase a front of the line pass for an additional cost.
EARLY BIRD - GATE ADMISSION - $10
Save $5 off your Early Bird Gate Admission (11- 64 years of age) only $10 - now until June 30, 2023. July 1 Advance Gate Admission goes up to $12. Genral Gate Admission during the fair is $15, does not include rides, but does provide access to all the fair’s attractions, animal barn, exhibitors, competition displays, food vendors and entertainment.
Fair Competitions for all Ages
Prize Book – The Western Fair’s Creative Arts Competitions are NOW OPEN. Featuring visual arts, crafts, culinary, horticulture and more! Fun for the whole family. OVER $12,000 IN CASH PRIZES. Check out all the competition categories, for a chance to WIN ribbons and display your talents.
BIG KIDS 65+ and Little KIDS 10 and under FREE
Enjoy FREE gate admission to the annual Western Fair all ten-days if you are 10 and UNDER or 65+. Must be accompanied by an adult – Just kidding BIG KIDS!
Stay tuned for more Happy Days highlights coming soon through our socials and at westernfair.ca.
Creative Arts Exhibitors giving back to our community
Thank you to some of our amazing #WesternFair2022 - Creative Arts Exhibitors for their entries into our recent Sharing is Caring Competition at this year’s fair. Their submissions were graciously donated as part of the competition’s goal of giving back to those in our community who need a little uplifting.
Thank you to some of our amazing #WesternFair2022 - Creative Arts Exhibitors for their entries into our recent Sharing is Caring Competition at this year’s fair. 🎡 💗🧸
Their submissions were graciously donated as part of the competition’s goal of giving back to those in our community who need a little uplifting. A cuddly stuffed animal, warm mitts or a cozy quilt are acts of kindness that go a long way in bringing a smile to the face of children in need. The generosity of our fair exhibitors is not forgotten by Ronald McDonald House, Merrymount, 519Pursuit, and LifeSpin who received these donations this morning and will pass them on to some of their clients.
There are many more children and youth who would love a homemade keepsake to help them get through their day, their treatment, or their time away from home. You can help, by participating in the Sharing is Caring competition. Watch for the launch of the 2023 Creative Arts Prize Book, enter the competition and get started on your handmade gift for a child or teen in our community.
Love Letter to our Community
Love Letter to our Community.
The Western Fair would like to sincerely thank ALL the people who supported our efforts to return a revitalized and reimagined tradition to our community.
Western Fair is a love story of sorts, a celebration of people and community that has stood the test of time, thanks to all of YOU.
We so appreciate the loyal and long-serving customer, as well as the newcomer who gave the Western Fair a whirl this year – we saw you, we loved your smiles and encouraging feedback. Thank you!
To ALL our employees, volunteers, partners and sponsors, community groups, vendors and exhibitors, urban and rural organizations, students and families, as well as the wider community, we thank you for the enormous support shown for our comeback.
We hoped we could bring back a fair that would rekindle the magic with our community, and you made our wishes come true.
We missed you, and we look forward to seeing you ALL again next September.
Thank You.
The Western Fair would like to sincerely thank ALL the people who supported our efforts to return a revitalized and reimagined tradition to our community.
Western Fair is a love story of sorts, a celebration of people and community that has stood the test of time, thanks to all of YOU.
We so appreciate the loyal and long-serving customer, as well as the newcomer who gave the Western Fair a whirl this year – we saw you, we loved your smiles and encouraging feedback. Thank you!
To ALL our employees, volunteers, partners and sponsors, community groups, vendors and exhibitors, urban and rural organizations, students and families, as well as the wider community, we thank you for the enormous support shown for our comeback.
We hoped we could bring back a fair that would rekindle the magic with our community, and you made our wishes come true.
We missed you, and we look forward to seeing you ALL again next September.
Thank You.
Only in OEV Music Garden
Western Fair’s Best Place to Relax, and Listen to an Amazing Line-up of FREE LIVE MUSIC, while sipping Local Libations.
London, Ontario, August 24, 2022: As you make your way through one of Western Fair’s four new gateways to the annual community celebration, listen for the beat, and follow your ears to the Only in OEV Music Garden located inside the Main Midway, featuring your favourite regional bands and artists, served-up with fabulous local beers and beverages, all enjoyed with a side of toe-tapping, hand clapping, good times.
Western Fair’s Best Place to Relax, and Listen to an Amazing Line-up of FREE LIVE MUSIC, while sipping Local Libations.
London, Ontario, August 24, 2022: As you make your way through one of Western Fair’s four new gateways to the annual community celebration, listen for the beat, and follow your ears to the Only in OEV Music Garden located inside the Main Midway, featuring your favorite regional bands and artists, served-up with fabulous local beers and beverages, all enjoyed with a side of toe-tapping, hand clapping, good times.
Presented by Old East Village Business Improvement Association, the Only in OEV Music Garden provides fairgoers 10-days of tunes, to create your own personal music festival. Whatever music genre you are looking for you are likely to find it by exploring the artists and bands featured, all enjoyed with OEV Libation District beers and beverages – see list of participating distilleries and breweries below.
Featured Performers Include:
Aaron & Aimee Allen [Country]
Area – 4 [90’s Alternative Rock Tribute]
Bobnoxious [Rock]
Brad Gibb All Star Band [Rock, Country]
Conor Gains [Country]
County Road [Traditional Country]
Elevation [The International U2 Tribute]
Errol Blackwood & Injah [Reggae]
Farewell Stanleys [Pop, Rock]
Full Petty Fever [Tribute to Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers]
Genevieve Fisher [Country]
Heart Attack Kids [Rock, Punk]
Hotel California [The Original Tribute to the Eagles]
Leanne Mayer Band [Rock and Blues]
Lost in Japan [Indie Rock]
Neon Nostalgic [80s, 90s Live Band Video Dance Party]
Sarina Haggarty [Pop, Indie, Country]
Shaun Sanders and Graham Goss [Classic Rock]
Sonja and the Magic Moments [Upbeat Jazz and Blues]
Soul Sausage [Soul, Upbeat Blues, Motown]
The Jason Mercer Duo [Pop, Rock]
The Mudmen [Celtic Rock]
The Sheridan Band [Celtic and East Coast]
ZED [Tribute to Led Zeppelin]
*Check our Music Garden Schedule and Artist ShowTime’s here:
Featured OEV Libation District Brews and Beverages
Discover some excellent local drinks when you relax and listen to your favourite bands at the Only in OEV Music Garden. Experience some of what the OEV the Libation District has to offer at this year’s Western Fair.
• Union Ten Distilling Co.
• Powerhouse Brewing Co.
• Fire Roasted Coffee Co.
• Anderson Craft Ales
• Dundas and Sons Brewing Co.
• London Brewing Co-op
• On The Move Organics
• Paradigm Spirits
Find out more about what the OEV Libation District has to offer. https://www.oldeastvillage.com/onlyinoev-libationdistrict
For more information:
Greg Blanchard, Director of Sales, and Retail, WFD
gblanchard@westernfairdistrict.com
(519) 438-7203 EX 239
5 Reasons to visit the NEW Animal Barn... at this year’s Western Fair!
Organizers have been busy all summer, preparing for the Western Fair’s return, along with its new barn and agricultural display area, all part of the event’s new layout.
Rides, food, entertaining attractions, and concerts are a big part of a fantastic and memorable day at the Western Fair, but if you have not visited our agriculture area, and our educational farm animal displays…you must this year! Below are 5 Reasons to Visit the Animal Barn during your trip to the Western Fair
Organizers have been busy all summer, preparing for the Western Fair’s return, along with its new barn and agricultural display area, all part of the event’s new layout.
Rides, food, entertaining attractions, and concerts are a big part of a fantastic and memorable day at the Western Fair, but if you have not visited our agriculture area, and our educational farm animal displays…you must this year! Below are 5 Reasons to Visit the Animal Barn during your trip to the Western Fair:
#1: New Animals:
While we have many fan-favourite farm animals returning this year, the Agriculture Team is excited to welcome Water Buffalo calves to our livestock display this year! Hailing from Kamkreek Dairies, in Stratford, Ontario, Water Buffalo provide a higher fat/protein milk than conventional cow's milk and can grow up to 1600 lbs! Visit them at the Western fair this year.
#2: Returning Animal Friends:
Whether it is Stella the goat, and her kids, the West Edge Acres Clydesdales, Llama’s, Alpaca’s, Sheep, Mare & Foal, Donkeys, Dairy & Beef Cattle, or Pigs, there will be lots of livestock on display. Learn about where your food comes from, and if you have a question about any of our farm animals or farming in general, please ask one of our Animal Experts in the Barn, they love to talk to visitors about the important work they do. All animals at the fair are displayed in their appropriate penning, and cared for in accordance to their breed standards by our on-site animal experts and in consultation with local vets and livestock providers.
#3: New Farm Activities!
While you are in the Animal Barn area, be sure to check out our new & returning activities, including:
The Farming Game: a hands-on activity that allows you to go through a year as an Ontario grain farmer, learning how to make decisions on what to plant, manage, maintain and harvest your crops, whether to buy insurance or not, (hint – it is strongly recommended!), and more! Will you make it through the crop season as a first-year farmer?
Make sure your kids take a turn on our Free Pedal Tractor Course, donated by Case IH
Test your skill at throwing a straw bale.
Enjoy the Huron Tractor Straw Maze.
Dairy Farmers of Ontario – Bouncy Cow
#4: Past Favourites:
Many fairgoers will remember the Clydesdale Half Hitch and Farrier Demonstrations from West Edge Acres, and Western Fair is happy to announce they will be back again this year. In addition, be sure to check out:
Milking Demonstrations with Dairy Dave – see the new milking parlour this year!
Veggie displays from Growing Chefs! Ontario: Learn about growing vegetables with Growing Chefs! Ontario, with their self-guided QR code Garden Tour.
Commodity displays from Egg Farmers of Ontario, Beef Farmers of Ontario, District 1 Ontario Sheep Farmers, Dairy Farmers of Ontario, and Grain Farmers of Ontario.
The Inflatable Corn Maze
Equipment Displays from Huron Tractor and Stratford Farm Equipment
The opportunity to snap a selfie with one of our Bale Art Displays.
School Tours: For teachers and educators that are looking for a more immersive experience, please pre-register for WFD’s Annual School Tour program, presented this year by Libro Credit Union. A lucky class will win a prize sponsored by Kiwanis Of Forest City London. Registration can be found here: Register Here
#5 New BARN Location: Did you hear we are in a new location this year?
Be sure to visit your Farmyard Friends in their new home inside the Western Fair Animal Barn, located nearby to the Giant Ferris Wheel (closest gate is Egerton Street Entrance).
Please note, as a precaution for the safety of livestock housed at our Fair, WFA will not have displays of any poultry, or rabbits this year, due to on-going concerns with the Avian Influenza disease that impacts Poultry, and the RHDB-2 (Rabbit Disease). WFA looks forward to welcoming both livestock displays back in future when it is safe for them to participate.
As you prepare for your visit to the Animal Barn, be sure to get your tickets for the Fair, and visit our website to read up on hand washing recommendations when visiting an Animal Area.
For More Information:
Greg Blanchard, Director of Sales, and Retail, WFD
gblanchard@westernfairdistrict.com
(519) 438-7203 EX 239