Events
Opening Ceremonies
Be at the grandstand by 5:30 p.m. on Saturday for the Opening Ceremonies and you'll have great seats for the Demolition Derby.
Rodeo Bull Riding
The rodeo bull riding will be held Monday at 11:45 a.m. The most popular rodeo event, bull riding, was voted "the most dangerous sport in the world" by the Sports Writers of America. A bull rider uses a rope looped around the beast's middle, which has a hand hold similar to that of a duffle bag. Once the rider has secured his or her position and feels the bull squarely beneath them, they will give the traditional "all's ready nod". At this time, the gate swings open. With only a singlehanded rope to hold onto, the rider jerks and thrusts his free arm to counter the bull's spins and lunges. Continually moving their feet forward allows them to grab a new hold.
Despite weighing nearly a ton, a bull displays great athletic ability as well as surprising jumping capabilities. In fact, many of the big crossbred Brahma's go an entire season without being ridden for eight seconds once.
As long as the cowboy's free hand doesn't touch the bull and they still have their riding hand on some part of the rope at the end of the eight seconds, the judges will score his ride based on how hard the bull bucked and how well the cowboy rode. Be sure to stay back from the area, as this can be extremely dangerous for anyone who gets too close to the action.
Horse Shows and Races
Come out to see a wonderful show of athleticism, on the part of both riders and horses.
Harness Horse Racing - Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
Heavy Horse Show - Monday at 9:30 a.m.
Horse Pull Competition - Monday at 2:00 p.m.
Demonstrations, Shows and Auctions
You will see many breeds and proud owners as they show off their prize cattle, shear sheep in front of your eyes and give you a taste of local produce.
4-H Achievement Days for South Ridge Dairy at noon
4-H Beef Show and Registered Beef Cattle Show - Starting at noon
4-H Dairy Show (Port Perry) at 1:00 p.m.
Beef Auction - Sunday at 4:00
Ontario County Holstein Show - Monday 10:00 a.m.
Sheep Shearing - Sunday and Monday at 1:00 p.m.
Agriculture Tent - Come visit our wonderful new Agriculture Tent featuring local producers and lots of great meal ideas.
Demolition Derby
Come out to be entertained at our Demolition Derby. The fun will take place in front of the Grandstand on both Saturday and Sunday at 6 p.m.
Entertainment
We've got a fabulous line up of family entertainment with everything from a Fiddle Contest, Cloggers, Settlers Creek Band and Dean Brody in our entertainment shelter. For more information and times check the schedule.
Family Rodeo
There are events for children, teenagers, adults and mixed teams. Join in for mutton busting, a 3-legged race, sack race, pig and chicken catching, the egg toss, wheel barrow & hay races, and bale rolling. In all fairness to the sheep we request only children under 60lbs for mutton busting. Get mom to show her strength and aim at the Ladies Frying Pan Toss.
Sign up either Sunday or Monday at 10:30 a.m. for the 11:00 a.m. event on each day.
Pet Show
Bring out your big dog, small dog, friendly dog, long-tailed dog, or short-tailed dog for tail-wagging fun. Or bring any pet dressed their best or with a great trick. And we also have prizes for the most unusual living pet! The pet show is open to all boys and girls 14 years of age and under. All pets must be caged or on a leash. There is no entry fee.
Monday at 9:00 a.m. In the Entertainment Shelter
For more information contact Cynthia Mackey at 905-655-5343.
Midway
We've got bigger and better rides and there's more of them!
Midway hours;
Saturday at 2 p.m. until the end of the Demolition Derby.
Sunday at 9:30 a.m. until the end of the concert.
Monday at 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Home Craft Events
Anyone, of any age, can enter an exhibit in the Fair. There are themes, rules and guidelines for each category in both the Home Craft and Junior Fair Divisions. Enter your most beautiful flowers, healthy vegetables, delicious baked goods, yummy canning, detailed needlecraft and dramatic photography.
Junior Fair allows children, from preschoolers to teenagers, to create and exhibit crafts and artwork, practice penmanship, bake yummy treats, and grow flowers and vegetables. Each year our team of volunteers brainstorms our new list of categories and themes. The full list from our Exhibitor's Book and an entry form for you to download.
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