August 8, 9 & 10 2025

Williamstown, Ontario  •  Since 1812

Canada’s Oldest Annual Fair

The Williamstown Fairgrounds is a beautiful site featuring majestic pine trees and beautiful heritage style buildings. Set in the center of the historic Village of Williamstown, it provides the ideal setting for “Canada’s Oldest Annual Fair”.

Kids at the Williamstown exhibit hall

Visit the Fair

If this is your first time coming to Williamstown, or if you’d just like to look around. These are some helpful guides.

Horse Performing

Rodeo

Join us for the first Williamstown Rodeo on July 4 & 5 2025

Musician

Entertainment

Check out when and where everything is happening throughout the weekend!

Join the Competition!

Let your kids get creative and make their very own scarecrows! Encourage them to be resourceful in the materials they use; old clothing, odds and ends found around the garage, natural materials, etc. 

Home & Garden

Our directors, judges, exhibitors and fair-goers love to see all the unique and wonderful entries that we receive each year and cannot wait to see what this year’s entries have in store!

History

Find out why the Williamstown Fair continues to be the annual gathering place for thousands of area residents of our rural community, as well as many visitors from afar.

Places

There’s always something going on in one of the many fairground tents and buildings.

Heritage Breeds Tent

Midway

All Canadian Entertainment will join us with a full mechanical midway!

The Meeting Place public house

The Meeting Place

Community connections, event rentals, there’s always something going on here.

Heritage Hall

Heritage Hall

On fair weekend history and heritage organizations will be telling their stories, through exhibits and displays.

Heritage Hall

Sir John Johnson Building

Discover the dynamic world of French-speaking businesses in the region at the Franco-Futures exhibit, proudly presented by ACCFutures.

Heritage Hall

Food Vendors

Come check out local vendors and artisans in an old style country market setting.

Volunteers Welcome!

We’re always looking for volunteers to help on fair weekend and beyond. If you love the Williamstown fair like we do, please join us!

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2 weeks ago

Williamstown Fair
This week we’re highlighting three popular events that will bring both tradition and fun to the Williamstown Rodeo! Saddle Bronc Riding A classic rodeo event, saddle bronc riding tests a cowboy’s balance and timing. Using a braided rein for control, the rider must stay on the horse for 8 seconds while moving their feet in rhythm from the neck to the saddle. Judges score based on both the rider’s form and the horse’s bucking action. Mutton Busting A fan favorite for the younger crowd, mutton busting gives kids ages 3–6 a chance to ride a sheep across the arena. The child who hangs on the longest earns the top spot. Helmets and vests are provided for safety. To enter, message the rodeo organizers on Facebook. Team Roping In team roping, two riders work together to catch a steer. The header ropes the steer’s head and turns it to the left. Then the heeler follows and ropes the hind feet. Once both catches are made and the ropes are secured to their saddles, the clock stops. The steer is released right after the run. Team roping is the only rodeo event that features two riders competing as a team, highlighting timing, communication, and skill. Watch for more as we continue to highlight different parts of the rodeo! Get your tickets at www.williamstownrodeo.ca #williamstownfairgrounds #RodeoEvents #kids #muttonbusting #saddlebronc #teamroping ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

Williamstown Fair
Here’s a closer look at some of the classic rodeo events featured in the Williamstown Rodeo: Ladies’ & Junior Barrel RacingRiders guide their horses around three barrels in a cloverleaf pattern, racing against the clock. While touching a barrel is allowed, knocking one over adds a five-second penalty. Every fraction of a second matters. Steer WrestlingIn this timed event, the cowboy chases a steer on horseback, then drops down to bring it to the ground by the horns. The steer must be on its side with all four legs extended for the time to count. A second rider, called a hazer, helps keep the steer running straight. Tie-Down RopingThe cowboy ropes a calf from horseback, dismounts, and ties three of the calf’s legs. The run ends when the cowboy throws up his hands. The calf is released immediately after the tie is checked.These events highlight the skill, timing, and coordination it takes to compete in rodeo. Stay tuned for more event spotlights.Remember to buy your tickets early as seating is limited!www.williamstownrodeo.ca#RodeoSpotlight #BarrelRacing #SteerWrestling #TiedownRoping #RodeoEvents #RodeoSkills #williamstownfair #williamstownfairgrounds ... See MoreSee Less
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