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Fair Dates:

September 30, October 1, 2 , 3, 2010

September 16, 2010 is the closing date for entry forms, except where otherwise noted for a specific Section.

September 28, 2010 is the date most Homecraft and Agricultural exhibits are brought to the fair, except section 9, 10 and 12 which are brought in on September 25, 2010.

Looking for booth space or have items to sell or market at the Markham Fair. We have indoor and outdoor concession spaces available. Find out prices and available locations. Become a concessionaire at Markham Fair!

Thank-you for visiting the 2009 Markham Fair and making it a great Success!

On October 1,2,3 and 4, 2009, we welcomed over 50,000 visitors to the Markham Fair!

Our over 100 acre Fairgrounds was filled with Live Entertainment from a Tribute to Hannah Montana, to the roaring Monster Trucks, and evenings of wonderful Fireworks!

Friday evening, the race track was full of excitement as the Truck Pull was taking place, even though the weather was not in our favour. We still had a great crowd. Wheels were spinning in the track mud. The Stands were filled with young families waiting to see who would be the top puller in each class! Saturday evening, the Livestock barn was packed with people watching the Heavy Horse Pull. The winning team was from Quebec!

On behalf of the Markham Fair Board of Directors and over 700 Volunteers, I wish to Thank-you for coming out and making the 2009 Markham Fair a great success!

See you in 2010, and remember… its "always the weekend before Thanksgiving!"

Karen Murphy - President

Thumbs Up for the new Agreement … from l to r: Mickey Erskine, Property Manager; Markham Fairgrounds; Karen Murphy, President, 2009 Markham Fair; Craig Marwood, President, EcoMedia; Lynda Goodwin, Administrative Assistant, Markham Fairgrounds; and Michelle Irwin, General Manager, Markham Fairgrounds, standing with one of EcoMedia's Public Space Recycling Units in front of the office of the Markham Fair.

Going Green at Markham Fair

EcoMedia's signs new multi-year agreement with Markham Fairgrounds; one of Canada’s oldest country fairs is 'Going Green'.

Markham, Ontario -- There’s plenty of history noticeable as soon as you enter through the front gates at 10801 McCowan Road to the Markham Fairgrounds – home to one of Canada’s oldest Country Fairs - since 1844, yes since the year 1844!

This year, the Markham Fair takes place October 1st – 4th, and it has the distinction of being known as Canada's largest 4-day Agricultural Fair. With over 670 volunteers working on more than 70 committees, Markham Fair boasts the largest community-based volunteer organization in Canada.

Read the rest of the article and check out the Ecomedia website for more information: www.eco-media.ca

Gift Shop

The Gift Shop is closed, however we are selling calendars for 2010 at the Fair Office. The calendars feature 12 images of Markham Fair. (one per month) The selling price is $15ea. Quantity is very limited. Drop on by the office to purchase them.(9 AM to 4 PM, Mon-Fri) If there are any left by October 24th, they will be for sale to members at the Annual Banquet.

Help support your agricultural society by purchasing these fine calendars for Markham Fair.

Visit our Markham Fair gift shop during the four days of the fair. We are selling Markham Fair branded apparel. We have hats, shirts, pants and more. We are also selling pens, pencils, mugs and other great gift ideas.

Markham Fair is Canada's largest 4-day fall fair with many entertaining and educational events for all ages. It is always held on the weekend before Thanksgiving. Help us keep our annual tradition going, bring your family and friends and enjoy our "rural heritage". Located in Markham, Ontario, Canada. (see map) Got a question? Send us an e-mail or complete the Contact Form online. We want to hear from you and we'll get back to you quickly. top