Milton’s Fall Fair: Your 2025 Guide

The Milton Fall Fair feels about as synonymous with Milton as the changing of the leaves feels with autumn. It’s reassuring to know that every fourth Saturday of September, the Fall Fair will take place over three days. This year, it is celebrating its 170^th year.

In this post, we will go over everything you need to know about the Milton Fall Fair. We’ll discuss its history, admission, what sorts of entertainment and attractions you can expect, and, of course, the food. By the end of this piece, you’ll have all the information you need to ensure you have a great time.

For a full schedule, check out the entertainment and attraction page on the Milton Fair website.

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History of the Fall Fair in Milton

Some attendees of the Milton Fall Fair may not realize that it is run yearly by the Halton Agricultural Society. This society was founded in March 1853, with Thomas Douglas serving as its first President. Its mission is to promote agricultural awareness and products, while also providing grounds and buildings for rent in Milton. As a non-profit organization, the Fall Fair allows the Society to support the community and raise awareness about agriculture.

Originally, fall fairs were held in the four townships of Esquesing, Nassagaweya, Trafalgar, and Nelson. In 1854, these were combined into a single Country Fair, which took place on Martin Street. This early fair featured heavy horses and ponies, while an old wooden workshop across the street displayed butter, eggs, and baked goods.

The fair changed locations twice more over the years. In 1856, it moved to land adjacent to what is now Milton Town Hall. Then, in 1864, it found a permanent home at 136 Robert Street — the current site of the Milton Fairgrounds.

By the 1950s and ’60s, horse racing had become the fair’s biggest draw, attracting large crowds with its energy and excitement. Today, visitors come for a variety of attractions, including demolition derbies, truck and tractor pulls, lawn mower racing, horse shows, and, of course, the rides.

The Milton Fairgrounds also hosts other popular community events throughout the year, including the Milton Farmers’ Market and Milton’s Annual Strawberry Fair.

Milton Fall Fair Admission

There are two options for purchasing your tickets to the Fall Fair. First, you can buy them online through the Milton Fair website, where the prices are cheaper than purchasing in person and are as follows:

Adults: $12.00
Children 5-12 years: $5.00
Children under 5: Free
Parking: $10.00
Saturday or Sunday Family Pass for 2 Adults and 2 Children: $30.00

If you are unable to buy them online and would still like to pop by, you can purchase some tickets at the gates for the following prices:

Adults: $15.00
Children 5-12 years: $5.00
Children under 5: Free
Parking: $10.00
Saturday or Sunday Family Pass for 2 Adults and 2 Children: $35.00

It is worth noting a couple of important reminders. First, if you choose to leave the fair, you will require a hand stamp to get back in. Second, many visitors don’t realize the fair is a cash-only event. And while they do have ATMs available on site, the lineups can be quite long.

Entertainment and Attractions

The most well-known events at the fair include the car show, demolition derby, and tractor pull. Before diving into the main events, here’s a look at some of the other attractions you can expect at the Milton Fairgrounds.

Animals

This year, there is Seth’s Amazing Pets, a hands-on exhibit including magic tricks, props, and comedy with exotic pets. It’s an hour-long experience and includes a post-show meet and greet with an animal and its trainer. This show runs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

There will also be the Diamonds in the Ruff – an agility club for dogs. You’ll see demos and tricks, along with kids’ games. It runs Saturday and Sunday. The Halton 4H Bunny Hopping Club is also a job to see in the Agricultural Education Tent.

There is also a Sheep Show that will take place on Sunday, and the KR Horsemanship show takes place on Saturday and Sunday.

Market Produce and Artists

It’s always worth spending time in the Agricultural Education Tent, where you can explore the display areas showcasing this year’s competition entries and winners.

The exhibits include fruits and vegetables, baked goods and preserves, needlecraft, flowers and plants, as well as collectibles and antiques. After admiring the impressive local entries, take a stroll around the Fairgrounds to enjoy the rest of the entertainment on offer.

Urban Cowboy Line Dancing

While they may change activities from year to year, this year, there is Urban Cowboy Line Dancing. Listen to Mario as he guides you through the steps on Friday night.

Kids Activities

Kids love getting their faces painted, and Marvellous Moments Face Painting is the perfect way to make it happen. They’ll make your child’s face light up when they see their creation come to life. Make sure to check them out on Saturday and Sunday.

Next, there is Eva – Starry Party. They offer face painting, glitter tattoos, hair braiding, and balloons. They will be at the fair on Saturday and Sunday.

For those interested in Henna art, Rimsha Henna Art will be set up on Saturday and Sunday as well, providing intricate designs and a chance to learn more.

At the Agricultural Education Tent, your kids can see Aubrey from Little Musicians. She’ll perform an original show related to farming every hour. Plus, your kids can explore the instruments there. And don’t forget about Tinkerlabs Inc., which will be there to create free take-home art pieces.

Last, there is the Children’s Pedal Tractor Pull. Registration takes place outside 1 hour before the event, Saturday and Sunday.

Face Painting

And speaking of younger children, many love to get their faces painted by Marvellous Moments Face Painting, from unicorns to tigers, rainbows to pirates. Kids and parents also love to check out the Agricultural Education Tent to learn about bee pollination, milking cows, and different grains we grow in Ontario.

Music

Music is a must at any fall fair, and this one doesn’t disappoint. There are talented musical artists, from solo singers to the Milton Show Band. Friday begins with House of Chords Showcase and Urban Cowboy Line Dancing, while Saturday has the CCAH Community Steel Band and The Chunky Monkeys in its lineup.

Sunday showcases talents like Hayley Verrall, the Milton Academy of Music, and Jessica Lockwood. And don’t forget that in the Beer Tent, you can also catch a show while enjoying some drinks.

Classic Car Show

For those who love to check out the classics, this show is for you. It includes cars 25 years or older and takes place on Sunday morning. If you plan to register your car, you must register ahead of time. Prizes and awards are given to those who enter. This year in particular, kids will love to see Lightning McQueen.

Demolition Derby

One of the highlight attractions for years, the demolition derby is an obnoxiously loud and powerfully good time. Cars slam into each other in a battle of survival, with one vehicle ultimately left standing as the champion. It’s a must-see for fans of high-impact action and mechanical mayhem.

Truck and Tractor Pull

Also known as power pulling, this event is another one that will have little ones covering their ears, drawing in crowds for its excitement. If you have little ones who love to see big vehicles pulling other big vehicles, then this is an event you won’t want to miss. Friday also includes a Fire Truck Pull.

Milton Fall Fair Rides

No Ontario fair is complete without rides for both kids and adults, and the Midway delivers. With Ferris wheels, carousels, roller coasters, and classic carnival games, there’s something for everyone. But before you hop on to see if your stomach can handle the ride and the delicious beaver tail you just wolfed down, here are the details you need to know.

Each ride requires you to have a coupon, or several, to ride. The coupons may be purchased on-site by a vendor and, as noted above, are cash only. At the time of this guide, prices to the midway were not displayed. Prices from the previous years were as follows:

1 Coupon = $2.00
16 Coupons = $30.00
36 Coupons – $50.00

Kiddie rides require two or three coupons per person per ride. Major rides require three coupons per person, per ride. Also, make sure that you check the height requirements beside each ride, as there are no refunds on purchased coupons. That said, if you buy them in error, a friendly visitor at the fair is sure to buy them from you.

Food at the Fair

Food is always a highlight at the Milton Fall Fair, and the Fairgrounds offer a wide variety of options to satisfy every palate, from crowd-pleasing staples like pizza, hot dogs, French fries, and ice cream to more adventurous fare for those seeking something different from the usual kid-friendly menu.

While a current vendor list wasn’t available at the time of this guide, here are some of the food options featured in previous years:

Beaver Tails
Blackstone Food Truck
Brava Pizza
CC Concessions
Curbside Dogs
D & D Soul Food
Ice Cream 4U
Meltdown Cheesery
Olympic Softee
Original Chicken Devine
Tiny Tom’s Donuts
Troy’s Diner
What’s Cooking

For adults looking to cool off with something refreshing, a beer tent is also available on-site.

Whether you’re visiting for the rides, the animals, or the food, the Milton Fall Fair continues to offer something for everyone, year after year.

History of the Fall Fair in Milton

Milton Fall Fair Admission