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Scam Alert!

🚨 Important Vendor Notice 🚨

We’re sharing this again because we’re seeing an increase in scams, and unfortunately people are losing money.

Please remember:
✔️ The fair will never ask for payment until you have been officially approved as a vendor – if you are unsure please call and speak with our secretary by pressing “0” on our selection menu
✔️ All official approvals and payment requests will come from a @brooklinspringfair.com email address.
✔️ Payments will only ever be coordinated through our Treasurer or Secretary, both of whom use @brooklinspringfair.com emails.

While our team may occasionally use other email addresses (such as @gmail.com) for general correspondence, no payments will ever be requested through those accounts.

If you receive a message asking for payment that doesn’t follow the above process, please do not send money and reach out to us directly to verify.

Help us keep our community safe by staying alert and sharing this information with others.

Online Sales Open NOW!

The Brooklin Spring Fair is VERY happy to announce that our online tickets sales for 2026 are now LIVE for purchase!

The 2026 Admission Prices are:

Weekend Passes:

• Single Adult Weekend Pass: $45
• Single Student/Senior Weekend Pass: $35

NEW Ticket Packs

• Family Pack – $36 + fees available online only
  (Admission for 2 adults and 2 students. This ticket is onlyavailable as an Advanced Ticket. Not sold at the gate. For Group TicketPurchases, all patrons in the group must be present together at the timeof entry to the fairgrounds.)
• Friends Pack – $65 + fees available online only
  (Admission for 4 adults. This ticket is only available as anAdvanced Ticket. Not sold at the gate. For Group Ticket Purchases, allpatrons in the group must be present together at the time of entry to thefairgrounds.)

Single Tickets

• Adults: $20 at gates ($17 + fees advance online)
• Seniors (65+)/Students (Valid student ID):$15 at gates ($13 + fees advance online)
• Children 6-12: $6.00 at gates ($4.00 + fees advance online)
• Children 5 years of age and under: FREE

Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance:

Purchase Online Advance Tickets Here

All ticket sales are final, Fair open rain or shine, no refunds.
Admission prices include in/out privileges with wristband – no re-entry once gates close.
All prices include applicable taxes.

Congratulations to the 2025 Ontario Volunteer Service Award Winners for BSF

The Ontario Volunteer Service Awards celebrates both adult and youth volunteers for their outstanding contributions and ongoing service to organizations such as non-profits, schools, community centres, hospitals, libraries and community associations. Volunteers are recognized for their outstanding contributions and years of continuous service to a single organization within Ontario.

Individuals nominated by an organization were honoured at one of the 40 local award ceremonies across the province between Spring and Fall 2025. They received a personalized certificate and a distinctive lapel pin, each symbolizing different ranges of dedicated service. These awards are designed to acknowledge adult volunteers for their continuous service in five-year increments, ranging from five to 65+ years, and youth volunteers for their continuous service of two or more years.

The 2025 award recipients dedicate their time to supporting a diverse array of organizations and causes, including assisting vulnerable individuals, hospitals, museums, libraries, as well as providing education on horticulture and conservation. These volunteers also serve as board members, engage in fundraising efforts, and contribute to the enhancement of the arts, citizenship, culture, heritage, environment, and recreation sectors.

Since 1986, the Ontario government has recognized more than 250,000 volunteers across the province. In 2025, more than 5380 community volunteers within the province were  honoured.

This year, the Brooklin Agricultural Society is proud to announce that the following volunteers have been recognized for their outstanding and longstanding years of service to the Brooklin Agricultural Society and the Brooklin Spring Fair:

Youth

Elisabeth Anderson (2-4 years)

Adult

Candis Austin (5 years)
JJ  Slute (5 years)
Michael Scott (5 years)
Tracy Hanson (10 years)
Rachel Gillis (15 years)
Gloria Jackson (30 years)

Congratulations to the 2025/26 Executive!

Congratulations to our elected Executive Members of the Brooklin Agricultural Society for 2025-2026!

Voted into these positions by their peers on the Board of Directors, these individuals will take on additional leadership roles for the 2025/26 year. We look forward to another year of growth together as the team the bring you the Brooklin Spring Fair!

2026 Parade Grand Marshalls

The Brooklin Spring Fair is proud to recognize Len and Karen Waltham as the 2026 Grand Marshals, an honour that reflects their decades of dedication, leadership, and hands-on support within the fair community.

Both Len and Karen have been long-time volunteers and passionate supporters of the Brooklin Spring Fair, contributing their time and energy across countless areas over the years. Their commitment has helped shape the fair into the vibrant and successful event it is today.

Len has worn many hats throughout his years of service. From running the antique tent to assisting with the fairgrounds operations, his willingness to step in wherever needed has never gone unnoticed. Len served as President of the fair in 2006–2007, later taking on the important role of Treasurer for multiple years. Even today, Len remains a familiar face around the fair—organizing ribbons, putting up signs, or lending a hand fixing the fair phone whenever needed.

Karen’s contributions have been just as impactful. With a strong passion for community engagement and education, Karen has played an integral role in Homecraft and Education Day She has supported key areas such as Homecraft. She also played an important role in organizing the volunteer appreciation dinner—ensuring those who give their time feel valued. Karen served as President in 2012–2013, leading with dedication and enthusiasm. Fairgoers can still find her lending a hand in the Back 40, continuing her tradition of service.

Together, Len and Karen exemplify the spirit of community that lies at the heart of the Brooklin Spring Fair. Their tireless efforts, leadership, and passion make them truly deserving of this year’s Grand Marshal honour.

Congratulations to the 2025/26 Board of Directors!

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 – 2026 Board of Directors that will bring you the 2026 BROOKLIN SPRING FAIR! Planning has already commenced!

As always, we want to thank all of members and volunteers who help to make the Fair possible! It is never too late to join our fair family and help celebrate Agricultural in Ontario.

Providing a wide variety of volunteer opportunities, The Brooklin Agricultural Society is always seeking new volunteer to come and join our team. Whether you are looking to meet people, get involved in the community or are a student in need of volunteer hours – there is always a need for extra hands.

Our volunteers are a fundamental and important part of the Brooklin Spring Fair who work to fulfill our mission of providing agricultural awareness and education to our communities. We warmly welcome new members to our team.

Let us know if you can help. Email: volunteers@brooklinspringfair.com

and the 2026 Fair theme is . . . .

We’ve done bees, we did cows, and pigs had their turn  so what is next on the list for Fair themes?

The Board of Directors has been busy brainstorming some spud-tacular, corn-y, and downright a -moo-zing themes that will surely alpaca a punch!

They are ready and happy to announced that the 2026 Brooklin Spring Fair Theme is . . .

Think you have a great idea for a future fair theme? GREAT! We’d love to hear it, send it along to secretary@brooklinspringfair.com

Homecraft: Online Entries Now OPEN!

The Brooklin Spring Fair is excited to announce that the 2026 “book” is online and registration is open! It’s time to get crafting like the busy bees we know you are – register today and then get creative!

IMPORTANT DATES

All Entries received by online entry, drop-off, or postmarked no later than Wednesday, May 13, 2026 will have their Exhibitor Tags mailed to them compliments of the Brooklin Spring Fair

The extended deadline is Monday, June 1, 2026. Extended Entrants will receive tags when entries are delivered to the Fair (see #6 below). Tags must then be attached by the Entrant. No registrations will be accepted thereafter.

Entries are to be delivered to the Luther Vipond Arena (67 Winchester Rd. E.) either on

• Wednesday, June 3, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm and /or
• Thursday, June 4, 8:00 am – 10:00 am.

THE ARENA DOORS WILL BE CLOSED AND LOCKED AT 10:00 AM SHARP.

The Homecraft display area will be closed to the public on Thursday, June 4 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Entries will be on display from Thursday, June 4 at 6:00 pm until Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 pm.