Navigate the Fairgrounds with Ease
Easily locate and explore your favourite events, exhibitions, and thrilling rides throughout the carp fairgrounds with our detailed fairgrounds map!
Free Parking is Available!
Parking on the fairgrounds is not permitted for any reason. However, we provide free general public, accessible, and VIP parking at the Parking Field located at 3629 Carp Road, Carp ON.
A complimentary bus shuttle service is also available on the following dates and times:
-
Thursday, September 21st: 5PM – 11PM
-
Friday, September 22nd: 8:30AM – 11PM
-
Saturday, September 23rd: 8:30AM – 11PM
-
Sunday, September 24th: 8:30AM – 7PM
The bus shuttles depart from the parking field to the fairgrounds at either Gate 1 or Gate 2. To return to the parking field, catch a bus shuttle from Gate 4 or Gate 5.
Parking on the fairgrounds is not permitted for any reason. However, we provide free general public, accessible, and VIP parking at the Parking Field located at 3629 Carp Road, Carp ON.
A complimentary bus shuttle service is also available on the following dates and times:
-
Thursday, September 21st:
5PM –11PM -
Friday, September 22nd:
8:30AM – 11PM -
Saturday, September 23rd:
8:30AM – 11PM -
Sunday, September 24th:
8:30AM – 7PM
The bus shuttles depart from the parking field to the fairgrounds at either Gate 1 or Gate 2. To return to the parking field, catch a bus shuttle from Gate 4 or Gate 5.
FAQs
Got Questions About Carp Fair? Check Out Our FAQs Below!
Carp Fair 2024 will take place from September 26th to 29th, 2024. The fair's gates officially open at 9 AM. Closing hours will vary by day depending on the events. Please check our Fair Schedule page on the website closer to the event for detailed timings.
Carp Fair is located at 3790 Carp Road, ON K0A 1L0, Canada. It's easily accessible from major roads and highways.
Yes! We offer a variety of parking options at Carp Fair, including general parking areas as well as shuttle services.
For sure! Carp Fair is a charming little town to enjoy a perfect day escape with plenty of delightful activities. Discover museums, restaurants, a microbrewery, a golf course, farmers markets, and more!
Visit our fair schedule page at Carp Fair to view the complete lineup and easily download the schedule as a PDF for your convenience.
Check Out The Fair Schedule
All Day
Story Book Farm
Live Animal Petting Farm (powered by Ken White Construction)
All Day
W.ERSKINE JOHNSTON ARENA
Family Circle (presented by Hilltone Farms)
All Day
Agriculture Awareness Tent
All Day
Exhibit Hall Homecraft, Culinary, 4-H, Junior & School Exhibit
All Day
Antique Area
Antiques Display
All Day
McLaughlin Clydesdale Heavy Horse Tent (presented by Myers Kanata)
All Day
Light Horse Interactive Tent
All Day
Parking Field
Corn Maze
12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm
W.ERSKINE JOHNSTON ARENA
SuperDogs (Friday-Sunday)
11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm
Outdoor Rink
ArtecCycle BMX (Saturday-Sunday)
3-4 pm
Special Needs midway hour - preregistration
6 pm
Gates Open – $15 adult (13+), $6 youth (6 to 12)
6-11 pm
Robertson Amusements ($2 Rides)
7 pm
LIGHT HORSE RING
Demo Derby
7 pm - 12 am
Beer Gardens – Diamond #2
8-11 pm
Live Entertainment: The Ryan’s (No Additional Ticket Required *19+ Event)
9 am
Gates Open – $15 adult (13+), $6 youth (6 to 12)
9 am -11 pm
Robertson Amusements (Ride Bracelets)
9 am
Western Horse Show– Cole Family Light Horse Ring
9 am
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
Miniature & Pleasure Driving Horse Show Sponsored by Lepine Family
9:30 am
Centre Ring
Heavy Horse Halter Classes
10 am
Argue Show Pavilion
4-H Dairy Achievement
11 am
Argue Show Pavilion
4-H Beef Achievement Program
11 am
Antique Tractor Parade through the grounds
1-6 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens – Entertainment Tent (Music by Pure Country 94, All ages welcome)
1:30 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
Dairy Heifer show
3 pm
Goldie Mohr Barn
Goat Show
6 pm
Goldie Mohr Barn
Beer Gardens closed for evening setup
7 pm
Centre Ring
Ottawa Valley Hitch Series finals powered by Stinson Fuels
7 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
Heavy Horse Pull
8-11 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens, Entertainment Tent (Additional Ticket Required, 19+ event)
9-10 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: Young Bucks
10:30 pm - 12 am
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: Tim Hicks
9 am
Gates Open – $15 adult (13+), $6 youth (6 to 12)
9 am -11 pm
Robertson Amusements
9 am
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
Hunter Horse Show
9:30 am
Centre Ring
Heavy Horse and Cart Classes
10 am
Chal-Dome
4-H Rabbit Achievement
10 am
Argue Show Pavilion
Junior Beef Showmanship
10 am
Argue Show Pavilion
Beef Show – Simmental, & Aberdeen Angus
12 pm
Centre Ring
161st Carp Fair Ceremonial Parade
1-6 pm
Entertainment Tent
BEER GARDENS
1-5 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens (Live Entertainment by Gord Barnes and Laredo Howard, All ages welcome)
1 pm
Ottawa Valley Grains Barn
4-H Swine Achievement
1 pm
Centre Ring
North American Classic 6-Horse Hitch
2 pm
Antique Area
Antique Auction
5 pm
Goldie Mohr Barn
4-H Swine Auction
6-8 pm
Beer Gardens closed for evening setup
7 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
Lawn Tractor Pull
8-11 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens Open
9-10:30 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: The Band Sussex.
11 pm - 12:30 am
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: Riley New Band (No additional ticket required, 19+ event)
9 am
Gates Open – $15 adult (13+), $6 youth (6 to 12)
9 am - 6 pm
Robertson Amusements
9 am
Light Horse Ring
Rodeo Slack
9 am
Centre Ring
Heavy Horse Gelding Line Classes
10 am
Ottawa Valley Grains Barn
4-H Sheep Achievement
10:30 am
Chal-Dome
Sheep Show
12 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
Beef Show - Hereford and any other Breed open show
-
Argue Show Pavilion
Following the Supreme classes: Beef market steers and market heifer Show
1 pm
Centre Ring
North American Classic 6-Horse Hitch
1 pm
Light Horse Ring
Black Creek Rodeo Powered by Kemp Sand & Gravel, Rivington-Howie Realty & Landstorm Contracting.
1-6 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens
2-3 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens – Live Entertainment: The Treblemakers
3:30-5 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens – Live Entertainment: Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Show (All Ages welcome, No additional ticket required)
4 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
4-H Showmanship Showcase Showdown
5 pm
Centre Ring
50/50 + Quilt Raffle Draw
6 pm
Carp Fair Closed Until Next Year
Discover an exciting array of events at Carp Fair: live entertainment, tractor parades, captivating horse shows and so much more! Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with fun and excitement.
Other Amazing Activities to Do in Carp!
Explore Carp's charm with a range of activities waiting for you! From vibrant farmers' markets, and cozy restaurants, to scenic vineyards, museums, golf courses, fun bingo games, and more. It's all here for you to enjoy in this wonderful community.
For more information on the diverse activities you can do in Carp, visit the Village of Carp BIA website or the Village of Carp website
