Delta Fair

“July 24 – 27, 2025 – Celebrating 195 Years of Tradition and Community Fun!“

Step into history and experience four days of agriculture, entertainment, and family fun at the 2025 Delta Fair, happening from July 24th to 27th, 2025! Established in 1830, this beloved fair is one of Ontario’s oldest agricultural fairs, celebrating 195 years of community spirit, farming heritage, and summer excitement. Whether you’re here for livestock showcases, thrilling races, or classic fair fun, the Delta Fair has something for everyone!

Agricultural Showcases & Livestock Competitions

The Delta Fair has always been a celebration of farming and agriculture, featuring top-tier livestock events that showcase the dedication of local farmers and 4H members.

• Goat Show – A highlight for animal lovers, showcasing various breeds of goats and their handlers in an engaging competition.
• 4H Dairy Club – Young 4H members will proudly present their best dairy cattle, demonstrating their skills and knowledge in livestock care.

Visitors can also get up close with farm animals and enjoy Pony Rides, offering a wonderful experience for children to interact with these gentle and friendly animals.

Exciting Races & Motorsports Action

For those who love fast-paced excitement, the Delta Fair has high-energy competitions that keep the crowd on the edge of their seats!

• Lawn Mower Races – A must-see event, where modified lawn mowers speed around the track in a hilarious and thrilling competition.
• Antique Tractor Pull – A showcase of vintage farm equipment and skilled drivers, highlighting the strength of these powerful machines.
• Children’s Tractor Pull – Young competitors can take part in this kid-friendly version of a classic agricultural event, testing their strength and determination.

Midway, Games & Family-Friendly Fun

Families and children will find endless entertainment at the Delta Fair! The Midway features thrilling rides, carnival games, and classic fair treats, making it a highlight for fairgoers of all ages.

For younger visitors, the fair offers Children’s Games and Activities, including interactive play zones, fun challenges, and prizes to be won! The Baby Show is another cherished tradition, celebrating the cutest little fairgoers in a friendly and adorable competition.

Live Music, Parade & Homecrafts

The fairgrounds will come alive with live music performances throughout the weekend, providing a fun and lively atmosphere for all to enjoy. Visitors can also gather along the streets for the Parade, featuring colorful floats, marching bands, and local organizations, bringing the community together in a spectacular celebration.

Inside the Homecrafts Exhibit, visitors can admire the beautiful quilts, handmade crafts, baked goods, and preserves, showcasing the incredible talent and creativity of local artisans.

A Timeless Celebration of Delta’s Heritage

For 195 years, the Delta Fair has been a symbol of tradition, community, and summer fun. With a lineup that includes livestock shows, motorsports, live entertainment, children’s activities, and homegrown talent, the 2025 Delta Fair promises to be an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

Mark your calendars for July 24th to 27th, 2025, and come celebrate nearly two centuries of tradition at the Delta Fair!

History of the Delta Fair

Established in 1830, Delta Fair is one of Ontario’s oldest continuously operating agricultural fairs.

With 39 prominent farmers and businessmen of Leeds County in attendance, the foundational meeting was held at the home of Joseph Derbyshire in Farmersville (now Athens) on June 10th, 1830. The Honourable Charles Jones, a pioneer merchant, miller and Member of the Upper Canada Legislative Council became the first elected President. Jones was born in 1781 and died in Brockville in 1840 after serving the Society as President for ten years.

Three Vice-Presidents were also elected at the inaugural meeting including George Breakenridge, John Ketchum and Joseph Wiltse. Ben Hamblin became the first Treasurer and J. K. Hartwell of Brockville assumed the role of the first Secretary. Nine community leaders were elected to a Board of Directors including the following citizens: Levi Soper, Edward Howard, Stirling Deming, Elijah Judd, Truman Hicock, George Delong, Jonathon Sexton, R. Munsell and Ebenezer Smith. The membership was comprised of farmers from Elizabethtown Township, Yonge Township, Lansdowne, Leeds Township, Bastard Township, South Crosby Township, Kitley Township and Elmsley Township.

The inaugural fair was held in Farmersville with several farmers from seven neighbouring townships exhibiting their stock and produce. Following a three-year period, the fair was moved to Gananoque which allowed farmers from each section of the County to participate without a great travelling distance being realized. The fair rotated throughout Leeds County for the next twenty-six years until 1856 when it became permanently lodged in Beverley (now Delta).

The existing fair grounds were purchased from William George Morris (farmer and merchant) and his wife Eliza Jane Morris (school teacher) in 1911 for the sum of $1,600.00.  Prior to this date, the grounds which formed a part of the original Thomas Morris farm, were leased from the Morris family.

Originally incorporated as the “South Leeds Agricultural Society”, the membership adopted “the people’s holiday” as a slogan to represent the fair. In 1930, the Ontario Department of Agriculture erected a stone monument on the grounds bearing a plaque which commemorated the first 100 years’ service of the Society to residents of Leeds County. Following this anniversary, the membership opted to change the name to the current Delta Agricultural Society. In 1980, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food erected a similar plaque acknowledging the 150 years of service provided by the Delta Agricultural Society.

As the fair grew in size and popularity, the Society purchased additional parcels of land adjacent to the grounds on William Street from Dr. Hans Jacobs in both 1987 and 1993. The additional land allowed for the creation of a parking lot and a horse show ring. While the fair has been held in July, August and September, the fair settled into a new four day Thursday to Sunday program in July of 2000.