Paris Agricultural Society, Home of the Paris Fair

06/02/2026

Get ready for an adrenaline-filled afternoon at the Paris Super Pull! Join us at the Paris Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13th and experience the raw power and thunder of engines as top tractors and modified trucks battle it out down the track.

Make a day of it with a variety of food trucks, a lively marketplace, and a licensed beer garden on-site to keep the good times rolling. (Please note: guests must be 19+ to enter the beer garden.) The beer garden will close at midnight.

Gates open at 3:00 PM, with the first pull kicking off at 4:00 PM. Don’t miss this high-energy event that’s sure to shake the ground and get your heart racing!

Get your tickets now https://events.frontdoorplus.com/event/2225

06/01/2026

🌟 Volunteers Needed! 🌟

The Homecraft Committee is looking for volunteers to help with several upcoming events in June. Whether you’re a student looking for volunteer hours or an adult wanting to give back to the community, we’d love to have you join us!

06/01/2026

You heard it on .104 first! Paris Fair Announces Chris Lane as Saturday Night Country Concert
Headliner

PARIS, ON – The Paris Agricultural Society is thrilled to announce that country music star Chris Lane will headline the Saturday night Country Concert at the 2026 Paris Fair.

Chris Lane will take the stage on Saturday, September 5, 2026, during the Paris Fair’s Labour Day Weekend celebration, bringing his chart-topping hits and high-energy performance to fairgoers for an unforgettable night of country music.

Known for fan favourites including Big, Big Plans, Fix, I Don’t Know About You, and Take Back Home Girl, Lane has become one of country music’s most recognizable voices, earning multiple platinum-certified singles and captivating audiences across North America.

The Paris Fair, celebrating 168 Years & Growing, takes place Labour Day Weekend from September 3–7, 2026 at the Paris Fairgrounds. The fair features midway rides, agricultural exhibits, livestock shows, live entertainment, vendors, family activities, demolition derby events, and more.

Additional concert announcements, ticket information, and full event schedules will be released in the coming weeks.

05/11/2026

Tickets on sale now! https://www.parisfairgrounds.com/events/paris-super-pull

Get ready for an adrenaline-filled afternoon at the Paris Super Pull! Join us at the Paris Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13th and experience the raw power and thunder of engines as top tractors and modified trucks battle it out down the track.
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Make a day of it with a variety of food trucks, a lively marketplace, and a licensed beer garden on-site to keep the good times rolling. (Please note: guests must be 19+ to enter the beer garden.) The beer garden will close at midnight.
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Gates open at 3:00 PM, with the first pull kicking off at 4:00 PM. Don’t miss this high-energy event that’s sure to shake the ground and get your heart racing!

05/07/2026

🚨 During and throughout the busy planting season, we emphasize the need for farmers to stay connected to loved ones and their community. Your to-do list is long, and the many hours spent in the tractor cab can be isolating.

Perform a wellness circle check on yourself and others. 💭Reach out and call a friend, or ask the neighbour down the road to go on a parts run with you.

We're stronger together.

For more wellness resources, visit: https://bit.ly/4aeo0qs

05/06/2026

🔨🌲 NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT 🌲🔨

The Paris Agricultural Society is proud to introduce the 1st Annual Paris Timber & Tools Expo — coming to the Paris Fairgrounds on October 3–4, 2026!
This brand-new event will celebrate the culture, craftsmanship, and heritage of timber and tools, featuring:

🪵 Live demonstrations
🛠️ Tool vendors
🪚 Woodworking & trade artisans
🚜 Heritage skills & education

We’re currently looking for vendors, partners, and sponsors who share our passion for craftsmanship, community, education, agriculture, and skilled trades.
As an introductory first-year rate, vendor spaces are just $150 for both days, including access to one 15A or 120V outlet.

If your business, organization, or craft fits the spirit of this exciting new event, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/260614101698253

Help us build a new tradition in Paris celebrating the trades, tools, and timber industries that continue to shape our communities.

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05/04/2026

The Paris Agricultural Society extends our sincere thanks to Ayr Farmers Mutual for their generous donation and, more importantly, their years of continued support.

Partnerships like this are built on shared values—community, stewardship, and a commitment to supporting local agriculture. Ayr Farmers Mutual Insurance Company has consistently demonstrated what it means to invest in the people and traditions that keep our rural communities strong.

We are truly grateful for their ongoing partnership and look forward to many more years of working together.

04/28/2026

Thank you for an inspiring workshop Ian Hill! Also, thank you to Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) and Fairs.com

Week #2, night #5 for YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE workshop in Ancaster.

Still time to sign up for London, Mitchell, Hanover, Fergus and Dunchurch, for later this week.

Details at www.ontarioagsocieties.com

04/24/2026

What a wonderful evening at our Annual Spring Social!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a night of great food, community spirit, and fun with our potluck, raffle, and always-popular pie auction. It’s moments like these that remind us how special our Paris Agricultural Society community truly is.

We were also proud to recognize some incredible individuals:

Meritorious Service Award – Holly Illman
Outstanding Youth Award – Kathryn Wight
OAAS Scholarship – Kara Sickle
Lifetime Member Awards – Linda Plant & Brenda Hunt
Lifetime Director Award – Glenn Hunt
25 Years of Service (Homecraft Committee) – Diane Kozar

Your dedication, passion, and contributions help keep our traditions strong and our community thriving. Congratulations to all of our award recipients—and thank you for everything you do.

We’re already looking forward to the season ahead.

04/24/2026

🚨The countdown to is on. Mark your calendars to attend our Farm Vehicle Road Safety lunch-and-learn on April 30! Topics will include farm vehicle use and requirements, CVOR, driver’s licences, annual inspections, and more. The session will provide practical information to support safe, informed travel for all road users as activity increases through the planting and growing season.

We want everyone to stay safe this spring—whether you’re driving farm equipment or commuting on rural roads.

👋Register to attend today:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8vzs1A0ZSgGHdqgGJVuPVw