In the Fall, the KW and surrounding regions comes alive with vibrant celebrations that encapsulate the region’s cultural heritage and agricultural traditions. As the autumn foliage adorns the landscape with rustic hues, communities come together to celebrate Fall at these festive gatherings. Visitors indulge in a plethora of activities, including thrilling amusement rides, and friendly competitions showcasing livestock, arts, and crafts. The air is filled with the aromas of locally sourced food and freshly baked treats.
These fairs offer an opportunity for locals and tourists alike to revel in the spirit of Fall, creating cherished memories that last a lifetime:
Paris Fall Fair
When: August 31 – September 4
WHERE: 139 Silver St, Paris
Discover the excitement of the Paris Fair in rural Ontario! This Labour Day weekend, August 31st to September 4th, immerse yourself in our region’s rich culture and agricultural heritage. Enjoy thrilling rides, live entertainment, delicious food, and captivating exhibits – create unforgettable memories with family and friends.parisfairgrounds.com
Cambridge Fall Fair
When: September 7 – 10
WHERE: 30 Parkhill Rd W, Cambridge
Featuring four days of fun and games, live music and more, the Cambridge Fall Fair offers everything from sing-along Karaoke events to Monster Truck rides and a large midway. Plus, relax in the Waterloo Brew Company Beer Garden and explore the vendors, crafts and displays inside the Dickson Centre. thefallfair.ca
New Hamburg Fall Fair
When: September 14 – 17
WHERE: 251 Jacob Street, New Hamburg
Started over 160 years ago, the New Hamburg Fall Fair offers fun activities for the whole family. Spend time on the midway rides, take in livestock demonstrations and competitions, tractor pulls, demolition derbies, and countless food, craft and art vendors and a barnyard children’s area. newhamburgfallfair.ca
Kinderfest Fall Fair
When: September 30 – October 1
WHERE: 425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener
There’s fun for the whole family at the region’s newest fall festival. Kids can enjoy a live performance by songwriter and entertainer Erick Traplin, as well as carnival rides and inflatables, pumpkin cookie decorating, an open fire s’mores roasting station and face painting. Adults can shop local at the Fall Market.
Erin Fall Fair
When: October 6 – 9
WHERE: 184 Main Street, Erin
Now in its 169th year, the Erin Fall Fair is held at the fairgrounds on the main street of Erin. Calling itself “Ontario’s preview to the Royal Winter Fair,” visitors will find plenty of activities including home crafts, animal exhibits, agricultural competitions and a midway full of rides. Plus, there’s great food, activities for kids, truck and tractor pulls and a giant pumpkin contest. erinfair.com
Trina Stewart is the Editor of HOMES+ Locale Magazine. Originally from Cambridge, Ontario, Trina loves exploring the area and embracing the activities, events, and local businesses.
