Brooklin Spring Fair
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Where people come to celebrate agriculture, community, and fair! Held the first weekend in June, it is a cherished tradition that brings our community together.
Did you know that the Brooklin Spring Fair started in 1911? It was a one day event held by community residents on the site of Grass Park in Downtown Brooklin. The Fair was originally held on May 24 to showcase the highest quality of livestock in all of Southern Ontario. The local youth participated in running races and other sporting events. Fair day finished with a community dance. Admission to early Fairs was .25c for adults, .10c for children, .25c for rigs and .50c for cars. In 1914 the Fair moved to Meadowcrest Farm (Meadowcrest Subdivision) which was owned by John Vipond. Our first President was the Great-grandfather of Gary Young, Thomas Hall, who was a farmer in Brooklin. During the First World War, the Board donated all Fair proceeds to the Red Cross to support our soldiers. Since 1921 the Fair has been operating at its current location, Luther Vipond Memorial Arena and Community Park. Some of the long standing families involved with the Fair include: Batty, Ormiston, Vipond, Grandy, Duff, Patterson, Medland, Disney, Jackson, Holliday, and Dryden. One of the highlights of 1923 was that members of the Fair Board and community residents collected field stones and constructed the Park’s stone entrance gates. These still mark the entrance of the Community Park on Winchester Rd. Sporting activities in the 30s and 40s expanded to include lacrosse, football, and softball games as well as horseshoe pitching. The Fair grew to a two day event, held the first weekend in June because it usually rained on May 24. The construction of a new arena in 1948, allowed for more indoor events such as the Ladies and Children’s Exhibits and a Fiddle Competition. In the 70s, the Fair expanded to three days adding Bed & Bathtub Races, Square Dancing, Police Tug of War, Horse Pull, and a rabbit show. Our ’Dairy Princess Competition’ has evolved and today is called the ‘Brooklin Spring Fair Ambassador Contest’ which allows for both male and female participants. The Brooklin Spring Fair expanded to its current four day format in the early 1980s. It now includes a Midway, Demolition Derbies, a Truck and Tractor Pull and other entertainment. For the last 12 years the Fair has organized a fun, interactive Education Day for local Grade 3 students to learn about agriculture and conservation. Each year over 30,000 people enjoy the Fair. Our remarkable success and longevity can be attributed to the efforts and dedication of many volunteering individuals, community organizations and generous sponsors.
09/30/2026
AGM TOMORROW!
Our Annual General Meeting isn’t just about looking back—it’s about looking ahead!
Tomorrow, we’ll be starting the conversation and planning for the year ahead at the Brooklin Spring Fair. It’s your opportunity to get involved, share your ideas, ask questions, and make your voice heard about the future of our Fair. Whether you’re a long-time member, volunteer, or someone who wants to get more involved, we want you there!
📅 October 1, 2026
📍 Brooklin Oddfellows Hall
⏰ 7:45 pm
Come be part of the conversation and help shape the next year of the Brooklin Spring Fair! 💙🎡
SAVE THE DATE!
The Brooklin Agricultural Society’s 2026 Annual General Meeting is coming up!
This is your opportunity to hear about the Society’s year, participate in important discussions, and have your voice heard.
We hope to see our members there!
See the notice above for all the details.
09/23/2026
There’s something special about this time of year—crisp mornings, changing leaves, and getting together with our community to celebrate the season! 🧡
We had such a great time at the Harvest Festival this past weekend! From the fall fun to the smiles, community spirit, and familiar faces, it was the perfect way to welcome the new season.
We love seeing our community come together, and we’re already looking forward to more fall fun!
Happy Fall, everyone! 🍁
09/16/2026
The Brooklin Agricultural Society is made up of amazing volunteers who come together to help make the Brooklin Spring Fair happen! 🌾🎡
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, get involved in the community, or give back there’s a place for you!
From Homecraft and Agriland to the Parade, Social Media, The Back40, livestock shows, entertainment, grounds, sponsorship, and so much more — there are plenty of ways to get involved.
Interested? Email: [email protected]
Come join our Fair family! 💙
09/12/2026
SAVE THE DATE!
The Brooklin Agricultural Society’s 2026 Annual General Meeting is coming up!
This is your opportunity to hear about the Society’s year, participate in important discussions, and have your voice heard.
We hope to see our members there!
See the notice above for all the details.
09/12/2026
SAVE THE DATE!
The Brooklin Agricultural Society’s 2026 Annual General Meeting is coming up!
This is your opportunity to hear about the Society’s year, participate in important discussions, and have your voice heard.
We hope to see our members there!
See the notice below for all the details.
09/08/2026
🎒📚 HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL! 🍎✏️
And just like that… summer is officially over and it’s time to head back to the classroom!
Wishing all of our local students, teachers, EAs, administrators, and school staff an amazing year ahead. May this school year be filled with new adventures, new friendships, lots of learning, and plenty of reasons to smile!
Here’s to a fantastic school year! 🎉📚
08/27/2026
08/26/2026
The Brooklin Spring Fair family is deeply saddened by the passing of Rebecca English, one of our former Fair Ambassadors.
Rebecca will always hold a special place in the history of our Fair and in the hearts of those who had the opportunity to know her. We are grateful for the time she spent representing the Brooklin Spring Fair and for the memories she helped create along the way.
Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Rebecca’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.
Forever a part of our Brooklin Spring Fair family. 🤍
08/24/2026
🎉 A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR AMBASSADOR, SAMANTHA! 🎉
We are so incredibly proud of Samantha for placing TOP 7 in this year’s CNE Ambassador of the Fairs Program! 👑💙 What an amazing accomplishment and such a wonderful way to represent the Brooklin Spring Fair!
And congratulations to Olivia from Lindsay Ex on becoming this year’s CNE Ambassador of the Fairs! 👑 We wish you an amazing year ahead in this incredible role!
Please join us in celebrating both of these amazing ambassadors! 👏✨
Brooklin is so proud of you, Samantha! 💙🐄
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