Saanich Fair

Saanich Fair Western Canada's oldest agriculture fair. The Saanich Fairgrounds has been home to the annual Saanich Fair since 1868.
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Held by the North and South Saanich Agricultural Society every Labour Day weekend, we invite you to come experience our fair.

🌻 THE HEART OF THE SAANICH FAIR ❤️There is so much to see and do at the Saanich Fair, but at the heart of it all are the...
09/03/2026

🌻 THE HEART OF THE SAANICH FAIR ❤️

There is so much to see and do at the Saanich Fair, but at the heart of it all are the thousands of exhibits entered each year by members of our community.

Flowers and vegetables. Baking and preserves. Art, photography and needlework. Quilts and fibres. Field crops and giant pumpkins. Junior exhibits, 4-H, animals, agriculture and so much more.

And this year, entries are UP! 🎉 We have more than 6,000 entries coming into our departments this year.

Every single one represents someone in our community who grew something, raised something, baked something, made something, created something - and decided to bring it to the Fair. Thank you to every one of you who entered. ❤️ We hope even more of our visitors are encouraged by our exhibits to enter NEXT year!

But there is another enormous group of people behind all those exhibits. Our Department Convenors volunteer for months leading up to the Fair, organizing their departments, preparing classes and displays, coordinating entries and judging, and putting in countless hours to make their areas something special for Fairgoers to experience. And they are always happy to answer your questions!

And alongside them are so many volunteers who help receive entries, set up displays, assist with judging, answer questions and keep everything running throughout Fair weekend. And if you see one of them this weekend, give them a smile - they're some of the many people working hard behind the scenes who make the Fair happen. ❤️

To all of our Convenors and department volunteers: THANK YOU! The Saanich Fair simply could not happen without you. ❤️

And while you're exploring the exhibits this weekend, don't miss our History Room and Looking Back in Time displays. The History Room in particular is a really fascinating look into the history of Central Saanich and our community - and it's one of those places you can easily walk into for a quick look and end up staying much longer than you planned!

For 158 years, the Saanich Fair has been a place for our community to come together and share what we grow, raise, make, bake and create. We're so excited to see what you've brought us this year. 🌻🥕🎨🧵🐑🐴

🎡 Saanich Fair • September 5–7

🐴 BIG HORSES, SMALL BUT MIGHTY MINIS - AND LOTS TO SEE! 🐴Whether you're a lifelong horse lover or just curious to see wh...
09/03/2026

🐴 BIG HORSES, SMALL BUT MIGHTY MINIS - AND LOTS TO SEE! 🐴

Whether you're a lifelong horse lover or just curious to see what's happening, you'll want to spend some time at the Saanich Ring this weekend!

Over all three days of the Fair, the ring will be busy with an amazing variety of horses, riders and performers.

⭐ Stellar Steppers
🤸 Manestream Vaulters
🤠 Coastal Cowgirls
🐴 Our Small but Mighty Mini Horse Show, with driving, jumping and more
🏇 And our Main Horse Show, featuring both English and Western riding classes

And don't just watch from the sidelines! There will also be opportunities to meet and greet some of the minis and horses throughout the weekend. ❤️

We are very grateful to Crockatt Contracting, our generous Saanich Ring sponsor, for helping us bring all of this equestrian activity to Fairgoers this year. Their support helps keep the Saanich Ring a busy and exciting part of Fair weekend and all year round, and we sincerely thank them for supporting the Saanich Fair and our community.

From tiny hooves to talented riders and everything in between, there will be lots to see in the Saanich Ring! 🐴❤️

🎡 Saanich Fair • September 5–7

🎉 WE HAVE OUR WINNERS >>> AND WE ADDED 7 MORE! 🎉Wow. ❤️ We were absolutely blown away by the response to our final Saani...
09/02/2026

🎉 WE HAVE OUR WINNERS >>> AND WE ADDED 7 MORE! 🎉

Wow. ❤️ We were absolutely blown away by the response to our final Saanich Fair ticket giveaway!

We asked you to tell us where your first stop at the Fair would be, and we loved reading your answers. So many of you shared favourite traditions, special memories, things your families do year after year, and the animals, exhibits, food and experiences you simply can't wait to see again.

The responses were so incredible and heartwarming that we decided three winners just weren't enough!

So we're giving away TEN sets of 2 one-day passes instead! 🎟️🎟️

Our ten winners were randomly selected and are being contacted directly through Facebook Messenger, so keep an eye on your messages! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who entered and shared a little piece of what the Saanich Fair means to you. Your answers made us even more excited to open those gates on Saturday. ❤️

THREE MORE SLEEPS! 🎡🐴🌻
Saanich Fair • September 5–7

Please be aware of fake accounts. The Saanich Fair will never ask winners for credit card or payment information.

🎉 IT’S FAIR WEEK! 🎉After months of planning and preparation, we can finally say it - the 158th Saanich Fair opens THIS ...
09/01/2026

🎉 IT’S FAIR WEEK! 🎉

After months of planning and preparation, we can finally say it - the 158th Saanich Fair opens THIS SATURDAY! 🌻🐴🎡

The Fairgrounds are a VERY busy place right now! Our staff and many, many volunteers (THANK YOU!!❤️) are hard at work setting up, preparing displays, getting buildings and grounds ready and tackling all those last-minute details that go into welcoming thousands of people through the gates on Fair weekend.

And we have lots to be excited about this year!

🌻 Our exhibit entries numbers are up from last year in several departments! We can't wait to see the flowers, produce, baking, preserves, arts, crafts and all the incredible things our community has been busy growing, making and creating.

🐴 Our Small but Mighty mini horses are ready for their big weekend, along with horse shows, animal displays and all kinds of agricultural activities throughout the Fairgrounds.

🎶 There are 21 bands and entertainers on two stages, plus the midway, Tiny Town & Kids Zone, great Fair food, our Saturday and Sunday Pancake Breakfast and LOTS more happening over the three days.

🚗 And here's something new that we hope you'll appreciate at the END of your Fair day! We've divided our parking lot into three themed areas - Orchard & Berry Patch, Animals and Harvest - with matching signs throughout the parking rows to help you remember where you left your car. Because after a full day at the Fair, “I'm pretty sure we parked over there somewhere...” isn't much help. 😂

📅 Want to start planning your Fair day? Check out our entertainment lineup and download the full 2026 Fair program here:

👉 https://saanichfair.ca/saanich-fair/entertainment/

There is nothing quite like seeing the Fairgrounds come alive for Fair weekend - and we're almost there.

FIVE MORE SLEEPS!

🎡 SAANICH FAIR • SEPTEMBER 5–7

See you at the Fair!

🎟️ FINAL SAANICH FAIR DAY PASS GIVEAWAY! 🎟️The countdown is on - the Saanich Fair opens THIS SATURDAY, Sept. 5! 🎉So we t...
08/31/2026

🎟️ FINAL SAANICH FAIR DAY PASS GIVEAWAY! 🎟️

The countdown is on - the Saanich Fair opens THIS SATURDAY, Sept. 5! 🎉

So we thought we'd squeeze in one last day pass giveaway before Fair weekend!

Tell us in the comments: What’s YOUR first stop at the Saanich Fair - and why?

🎡 The midway?
🐴 The animals?
🌻 A particular exhibit?
🎶 Live entertainment?
🍔 Your favourite Fair food?
🥞 Pancake Breakfast?

Is there somewhere you head first every single year? Changing it up this year?

We’d love to hear why too! Is it a family tradition? Something you look forward to all year? Or is there one thing you simply can't resist? 😄

🎟️ THREE winners will each receive TWO day passes to the 2026 Saanich Fair!

⏰ Contest closes Tuesday, September 1 at 4:00 pm. Winners will be selected at random and contacted directly by the Saanich Fair.

Good luck! We can't wait to see you at the Fair! ❤️

🎡 Saanich Fair • September 5–7

Please be aware of fake accounts. The Saanich Fair will never ask contest winners for credit card or payment information.

🎉 LITTLE FAIRGOERS - THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! 🎉Coming to the Saanich Fair with kids? Make sure Tiny Town & the Kids Zone are ...
08/29/2026

🎉 LITTLE FAIRGOERS - THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! 🎉

Coming to the Saanich Fair with kids? Make sure Tiny Town & the Kids Zone are on your list!

Located in the West Field, this whole area of the Fairgrounds is packed with things for our younger Fairgoers, including inflatables, farm games, balloon animals, the Candy Toss and more! 🎈🍬

🐴 Ponies and Pipsqueaks will be around there too - be sure to stop by for a Meet & Greet with Taco, everyone's favourite little unicorn.

🎪 There’s plenty happening for entertainment in the West Field throughout the weekend too, including Flowen Owen, Quirk the Magician and Island Princess Parties, bringing lots of family-friendly fun to the Fair!

👶 NEW THIS YEAR! We've added a second Infant Maintenance Tent at the Fair which will be located in the West Field, giving parents and caregivers another place to change diapers, feed babies or simply take a break and rest for a bit.

❤️ Also new this year, Evolutions Wellness Collective are bringing a Low Sensory Tent which will also be located in this area, providing a quieter space for anyone - kids or adults - who needs a break from the noise, crowds and activity of the Fair.

We're very grateful to The Butchart Gardens, our presenting sponsor of Tiny Town & the Kids Zone, whose generous support helps us provide this fun and welcoming area for families. 🌷

🎡 Saanich Fair • September 5–7
Bring the kids and make some time for the West Field - there's lots to discover!

🥞 START YOUR DAY AT THE FAIR WITH PANCAKES! 🥞Come hungry! New this year is a pancake breakfast at the Saanich Fair on Sa...
08/28/2026

🥞 START YOUR DAY AT THE FAIR WITH PANCAKES! 🥞

Come hungry! New this year is a pancake breakfast at the Saanich Fair on Saturday and Sunday morning from 9–11 am.

For just $6, grab a delicious pancake breakfast before heading out to explore the animals, exhibits, midway, entertainment and everything else happening around the Fairgrounds. 🎡🐴

A big thank you to Country Grocer for generously sponsoring this year's Pancake Breakfast and helping us make it happen! ❤️

And we're very happy to have the Central Saanich Lions Club cooking and serving breakfast this year! Proceeds from the Pancake Breakfast go to the Lions Club, supporting the great work they do in our community.

🥞 Saturday & Sunday • 9–11 am
🥞 $6 per person
📍 Saanich Fair • September 5–7

Come early, come hungry and start your Fair day with breakfast! ☕🥞

Who’s ready to meet some extra large horsepower next weekend? Come by the Draft Horse section to see the gentle giants w...
08/27/2026

Who’s ready to meet some extra large horsepower next weekend?
Come by the Draft Horse section to see the gentle giants who rule the Wallace ring!!

They will be demonstrating in the Wallace ring Saturday and Sunday as well as the Saanich ring on Monday. Come by to see these horses plus others for pats and learn all about the different breeds on display.

We are thankful for the Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association and Salish Sea Farm for their continued partnership with the Saanich Fair to show the public why we love these horses so much!

🎉 THE BIG REVEAL! 🎉How did you do with our “Whose Toes Are These?” challenge? 🐾🐴The mystery animals have officially been...
08/26/2026

🎉 THE BIG REVEAL! 🎉

How did you do with our “Whose Toes Are These?” challenge? 🐾🐴

The mystery animals have officially been revealed! We loved seeing all of your guesses - and they definitely made us smile. 😀

And now for the other big question… who won?! 🎟️

Well, we decided why have one winner when we can have TWO?! 🎉🎉

We’ve randomly drawn TWO lucky winners from everyone who submitted guesses for all four animals, and both winners have been contacted! Congratulations! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in the fun. ❤️

👀 And stay tuned… we’ve got ONE MORE contest coming your way before the Fair! 🎉

We can’t wait to see you at the Saanich Fair!

📅 September 5–7

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1528 Stellys Cross Road
Saanichton, BC
V8M1S8

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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250-652-3314

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