Every year the abundance of agriculture in Powell River is showcased at the annual Fall Fair at the Exhibition Grounds off Padgett Road
This year, it’s under the leadership of the newly formed Powell River Farmers’ Agricultural Institute.
Walking through the gates into the grounds you’ll start to hear the music from the main stage, this year you’ll enjoy listening to Snag Alley, Blues Busters, Scout Mountain and Paradise.
There will be animals, vendors and of course the ever-popular exhibition hall with all of Powell River’s finest vegetables, fruit, canning, baking, crafts, art, photography, LEGO and so much more up for judging and ribbons. Adult and Kids categories available.
If you would like to enter anything, please check out the entry booklet online or stop in at the INFO booth during Farmers’ Market hours (Sat 10:30 – 12:30 and Sun 12:30 – 2:30) for more information.
There will be a Kids Zone with activities for the kids to enjoy and the train will be running both days.
There will be agriculture, homesteading, and craft-related demonstrations happening throughout the course of the day with knowledgeable people to help you learn new things. 50/50 Raffle tickets have been on sale from various vendors at the Farmers’ Market, $2 a ticket with five chances to win $500, you can buy as many as you like.
Therapeutic Riding will be having their silent auction in their building just off of Myrtle Ave and it’s easily accessible from the Exhibition Grounds as well.
Come enjoy the day or the weekend, see all of Powell River’s best, listen to live music, enjoy local food, let the kids have fun and catch up with your friends.
See you there!
– Juhli Jobi
What: Harvest, crafts, food booths, animals, music, and much more.
When: September 16 & 17, noon til 5 each day
Where: Paradise Exhibition Grounds / Farmer’s Market on McLeod Road off Padgett Road
Admission: $5 admission is for adults, children 12 and under are free, please leave your pets at home.
Please remember: There will be handicap parking off the Myrtle Ave entrance as there is no vehicle traffic into the grounds from McLeod Road.
Fall Fair squashes
