Recurring event
Rockton World's Fair
Thanksgiving weekend (mid-October), annual · Rockton Fairgrounds · Rockton
One of Canada's oldest agricultural fairs, held every Thanksgiving weekend near Carlisle & Flamborough.
The Rockton World's Fair is a Thanksgiving weekend institution dating back to 1852, held at the Rockton Agricultural Society fairgrounds just minutes from Carlisle and Flamborough. Attracting approximately 50,000 visitors over four days, it features midway rides, tractor and truck pulls, demolition derbies, livestock and agricultural showcases, homecraft competitions, concerts, and food vendors. The fair is a cornerstone of rural Hamilton-area culture and is considered one of the largest agricultural events in Canada.
Event details
- When
- Thanksgiving weekend (mid-October), annual
- Venue
- Rockton Fairgrounds
- Address
- Rockton
- Organizer
- Rockton Agricultural Society