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!
Check Out The Fair Schedule
All Weekend
Storybook Farm
Animal Petting Farm
All Weekend
W. Erskine Johnston Arena
Family Circle
All Weekend
Outdoor Tent – outside of Storybook Farm
Agriculture Awareness
All Weekend
Exhibit Hall – by Gate 1
Homecraft Exhibits
All Weekend
Antique Area – by the Curling Rink
Working Antiques Display
All Weekend
By the heavy horse ring, across from the General Store
McLaughlin Clydesdale Heavy Horse Interactive Tent
12PM, 2PM, 4PM Friday-Sunday
W. Erskine Johnston Arena
SuperDogs
12PM Friday
Outdoor Rink – behind the arena
Ottawa Fire Extrication Demo
11AM, 1PM, 3PM Saturday - Sunday
Outdoor Rink – behind the arena
Artecycle BMX
All Weekend
Light Horse Ring
BBS Construction 4-H Light Horse Interactive Tent
All Weekend
Outside of the Showbarn
Carp Fair General Store
3-4 pm
Special Needs midway hour - preregistration
6 pm
Gates Open – $20 adult (13+), $10 youth (6 to 12)
6 pm -11 pm
Robertson Amusements ($2 Rides)
7 pm
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
Demolition Derby *Cash Bar Open*
8 pm - 11 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens – Live Entertainment
*19+ Event – No additional ticket is required.
8 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: The Mike Ryan Band
9 am
Gates Open – $20 adult (13+), $10 youth (6 to 12)
9 am -11 pm
Robertson Amusements (Ride Bracelets)
9 am
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
Miniature Horse and Pleasure Driving Show
9 am
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
Western Riding Show
9:30 am
Centre Ring
Heavy Horse Halter Classes (Purebred Performance and Junior Cart Classes)
10 am
Argue Show Pavilion
4-H Dairy Achievement
11 am
Argue Show Pavilion
4-H Beef Achievement
11 am
Antique Tractor Parade
1 pm - 6 pm
Music by Pure Country 94
Beer Gardens Open *All ages welcome, No additional tickets are required
1:30 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
Dairy Heifer show
2 pm
Antiques Area
Tractor Balancing
3 pm
Goldie Mohr Barn
Goat Show
6 pm - 8 pm
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 pm - 1 am
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens Open *19+ event, Additional Ticket Required
9 -10 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: Sidewinder
10:30 pm - 12 am
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: Tyler Joe Miller
9 am
Gates Open – $20 adult (13+), $10 youth (6 to 12)
9 am -11 pm
Robertson Amusements Rides
9 am
Hunter Jumper Show
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
9:30 am
Heavy Horse and Cart Classes
Centre Ring
9:30 am - 8:30 pm
Carp Fair Bonspiel hosted by Huntley Curling Club (Robin Round Play)
Curling Rink, 199 Langstaff Dr.
10 am
4-H Rabbit Achievement
Al - Dome
11 am
Junior Beef Showmanship
Argue Show Pavilion
11 am
Beef Show – Hereford, Charolais & Any Other Breed
Argue Show Pavillion
11 am
Excavator Competition
Antiques Area
12 pm
162nd Carp Fair Ceremonial Parade
Centre Ring
12 pm
Antiques
Live Music
1 pm - 5 pm
Beer Gardens Open (Live Entertainment)
Entertainment Tent
1 pm
4-H Swine Achievement
Ottawa Valley Grains Barn
1 pm
North American Classic 6-Horse Hitch
Centre Ring
1 pm - 5 pm (3x1 hour set)
Live Entertainment: Terry Marcotte and the
Valley OutlawsEntertainment Tent
2 pm
Antiques Live Auction
2 pm
Antique Auction
Antique Area
3 pm
Antiques
Live Music
5 pm
4-H Swine Auction
Goldie Mohr Barn
6 pm - 8 pm
Beer Gardens closed for evening setup
Entertainment Tent
7 pm
Lawn Tractor Pull
Argue Show Pavilion
8 pm -10 pm
Black Creek Rodeo – Performance Show
Cole Family Light Horse Ring
8 pm - 1 am
Beer Gardens Open - Live Entertainment *19+ Event, No additional ticket is required
Entertainment Tent
9 pm - 10:15 pm
Live Entertainment: The Vanduras
Entertainment Tent
10:45 pm - 12 am
Live Entertainment: Little Bones Tribute to Tragically Hip
Entertainment Tent
9 am
Gates Open – $20 adult (13+), $10 youth (6 to 12)
9 am - 6 pm
Robertson Amusements Rides
9 am
Light Horse Ring
Rodeo Slack
10 am
Centre Ring
Heavy Horse Gelding Line Classes
10 am
Ottawa Valley Grains Barn
4-H Sheep Achievement
10 am
Argue Show Pavillion
Junior Beef Showmanship
11 am
Argue Show Pavilion
Beef Show - Angus & Simmental, Supreme Show &
Market Animals to follow11 am - 6 pm
Curling Rink, 199 Langstaff Dr.
Carp Fair Bonspiel hosted by Huntley Curling Club (Playoffs, Finalists and Award Presentation at 5 pm)
12 pm
AlDome
Open Sheep Show
1 pm
Centre Ring
North American Classic 6-Horse Hitch
1 pm
Cole Family
Light Horse RingBlack Creek Rodeo Performance Show *Cash Bar Open*
1 pm - 6 pm
Entertainment Tent
Beer Gardens Open - Live Entertainment *All Ages Welcome ! No additional ticket is required
1 pm - 5 pm
Live Music
Antiques
2 pm
Antiques Tractor Pull
2 pm - 3 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: East Coast Experience
3:30-5 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Entertainment: The Mudmen
4 pm
Argue Show Pavilion
4-H Showmanship Showcase Showdown
5 pm
Centre Ring
50/50 Draw
6 pm
162nd 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.
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:
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Thursday, September 25th: 5PM - 12AM
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Friday, September 26th: 8:30AM – 1AM
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Saturday, September 27th: 8:30AM – 1AM
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Sunday, September 28th: 8:30AM – 7PM
The bus shuttles depart from the parking field to the fairgrounds at either Gate 2 or Gate 5. To return to the parking field, catch a bus shuttle from Gate 2 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:
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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.
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
FAQs
Got Questions About Carp Fair? Check Out Our FAQs Below!
The 2025 Carp Fair is from September 25th to 28th, 2025.
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.
