Wellesley Township Fall Fair
“August 22 – 23, 2025 – New Roots, Kick Up Your Boots!“
Get ready to celebrate community, country spirit, and rural tradition at the 2025 Wellesley Township Fall Fair, happening August 22nd and 23rd! Established in 1850, this beloved fair is marking 175 years of agricultural pride, family fun, and small-town charm. With this year’s vibrant theme, “New Roots, Kick Up Your Boots,” the Wellesley Fair is embracing both heritage and growth, encouraging everyone to plant new memories while honouring deep community roots.
Whether you’re browsing handmade quilts, clapping along to local bands, or enjoying the midway with the kids, the Wellesley Fall Fair promises two days of fun for all ages.
Tradition Meets Fresh Excitement
The fair kicks off with its signature Parade, filling the streets with colourful floats, marching bands, tractors, community groups, and smiling faces. It’s the perfect way to launch a weekend filled with fairground energy and heartwarming tradition.
The barns and show rings come alive with Cattle Shows and Horse Shows, where local farmers and 4-H youth proudly showcase their livestock and equestrian skills. These events highlight the agricultural excellence and hard work that have long been the backbone of Wellesley Township.
Creative Flair & Friendly Competitions
Inside the exhibit halls, the Homecraft Exhibits will be brimming with beautiful baking, preserves, sewing, crafts, photography, and floral displays. Each entry reflects the talent, creativity, and community pride of fair participants of all ages.
Don’t miss the Pie Auction, a deliciously fun event where homemade pies are auctioned off to raise funds for the fair—often with some friendly bidding rivalries and plenty of laughter!
For younger visitors, the fairgrounds offer a wide range of Youth Activities, games, and interactive displays designed to entertain and inspire. The Baby Show and Pet Show are sure to bring big smiles, featuring adorable entrants and heartwarming moments.
Live Music, Local Talent & Fireworks
Throughout the fair, enjoy Local Entertainment and Live Music, including performances by regional artists and community groups. From toe-tapping country tunes to classic hits and folk favourites, there’s a festive soundtrack for every fairgoer.
As the sun sets, gather with friends and family to enjoy a spectacular Fireworks Display, lighting up the night sky in celebration of 175 years of community spirit and fairground magic.
Classic Fair Fun at the Midway
No fall fair is complete without the Midway, filled with rides, games, and all your favourite fair treats. Whether it’s spinning on the tilt-a-whirl or winning a prize at the ring toss, the midway offers timeless fun for kids and the young at heart.
Celebrate “New Roots” at the 2025 Wellesley Fair!
Join us August 22nd and 23rd, 2025, as we kick up our boots and celebrate 175 years of tradition, connection, and community fun at the Wellesley Township Fall Fair—where new memories grow and hometown pride runs deep!
History of the Wellesley Township Fall Fair
The Wellesley Township Fall Fair has a proud history that dates back to 1850, making it one of the longstanding community fairs in Ontario. It was established by the Wellesley Township Agricultural Society with the goal of promoting agriculture, education, and rural community spirit within the township and surrounding areas.
In its earliest years, the fair was a modest gathering of local farmers showcasing livestock, produce, home baking, and handicrafts, all essential aspects of rural life at the time. These exhibits were not just competitions—they were also ways for neighbours to learn from one another and celebrate the harvest season.
As the decades passed, the Wellesley Fair evolved to meet the changing needs and interests of the community. It began to feature 4-H Club competitions, school exhibits, horse shows, children’s games, live entertainment, and parades, all while maintaining a strong emphasis on agricultural education. The fair has also served as an important social event, bringing together generations of families each fall.
Throughout its history, the fair has been held in various locations across the township, including the villages of Wellesley and St. Clements. Today, it continues to take place in Wellesley Village, typically in early September, and remains a cherished local tradition.
Now celebrating over 170 years, the Wellesley Township Fall Fair continues to be a vibrant event that highlights the township’s rural roots while embracing new ideas and activities. With its welcoming atmosphere and deep community involvement, it proudly upholds the motto of many Ontario fairs: “Where tradition meets tomorrow.”
