Exciting Additions & Fun for 2026!
Ready for Something New? Check Out Some of the Extra Features at this Year’s Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair!
Just when you thought the Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair had it all, we’ve added even more.
This year, we’re introducing over a dozen new attractions. Enjoy more reasons to make the most of your time at the rodeo and fair. Come for tradition or to discover something new. There’s more to explore around every corner.
Check out a snapshot of some of the new experiences and attractions below. But don’t wait to get your tickets! Rodeo, Longhorn, and VIP upgrades are selling fast – check out the recently released schedule and venue map to plan your trip to the fairgrounds and lock in your tickets today.
New Features & Fun!
Trout Fishing, Farming, Mini Golf and More!
For even more family fun, we’ve added a range of new experiences across the Country Fair, each one designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and a little adventure along the way.
🟥 LEGO Great Ball Contraption
Presented by Guildford Town Centre, this must-see kinetic LEGO display features balls moving through a series of imaginative, custom-built modules, captivating for all ages. Head on over to the Buckaroo Kids Corral in the Cloverdale Recreation Centre to catch this build along with Certified LEGO Professional Robin Sather’s “BIG Build” and the massive displays from the Vancouver LEGO Club and Fraser Valley LEGO User Group.
🌱 Farm to Table (Potato Farm Herb Garden)
Step into the world of agriculture with this hands-on Farm-to-Table experience at Farm Friendz – presented by BC Egg. Kids can dig into the soil, learn how food is grown, and connect with the journey from farm to plate in a way that’s both fun and meaningful.
🎣 Trout Fishing
The Kids’ Fishing Pond, brought to you by Silverbrook Farm, invites families to enjoy the simple fun of catch-and-release fishing with lively trout. From the first tug on the line to the excitement of the catch, it’s an easygoing experience that kids (and parents) won’t forget.
⛳ Mini Golf
Take a break and play a round of mini golf set within the Indigenous Village, an interactive way to explore the space while enjoying a classic family activity.
🎤 Buckaroo Stage
Head to the Buckaroo Kids Corral – presented by Guildford Town Centre, where the rec centre comes alive with a full lineup of lively, family-friendly performances throughout the day. Magicians, bubbles, music, and more!
Excitment For All!
Kick off rodeo week with exclusive experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Early-access, behind-the-scenes moments, and brand-new entertainment to set the tone for an unforgettable weekend.
🤠 Rodeo Sneak-a-Peek
An exclusive Thursday night rodeo preview, get a first look at the action before the weekend begins. This show is included free with your Thursday fairgrounds admission, so head on down to the Stetson Bowl for a behind-the-scenes look at the weekend’s biggest show!
🎤 Rodeo Tailgate Party
Go behind the scenes with up-close interviews featuring rodeo riders and hear their stories at a lively tailgate party. Kicking off 1.5 hours before each rodeo, hosts Cowboi Cole and Julia Vos will ramp up the party ahead of the action in the dirt!
✨ Rodeo Drone Show
Presented by Fruiticana, this brand-new night sky show is lighting up on Friday and Sunday. Included with admission, best viewed from the CR Corral.
Must-See Performances!
Experience unforgettable performances that ignite the fairgrounds with music, culture, and nonstop day-to-night entertainment.
🌟 Dallas Arcand – 4x World Champion Hoop Dancer
Dallas Arcand, an internationally recognized Indigenous performer from Alberta’s Alexander First Nation, showcases hoop dancing and cultural storytelling with three different shows over the weekend. Check out the schedule and grab a full-weekend pass to enjoy all three!
🎶 North Country Collective
Rodeo Reds, presented by Dock Day, is hosting one of the weekend’s most unique takeovers. The North Country Collective’s Elliot C. Way, Mercy Walker, and Ben Arsenault perform back-to-back-to-back on May 15 for the Cloverdale Rodeo Roundup, starting at 8:30 PM. Enjoy a night of outlaw, traditional, and modern country by this Vancouver-based collective, which spotlights emerging Canadian talent and brings raw sound, storytelling, and high-energy vibes.
🎤 Daily Tribute Band Performances
Amazing tribute acts bring crowd-favourite hits to the CR main stage, keeping the entertainment going throughout the day. This year’s lineup includes: Heart, Bob Seger, Bryan Adams, and Neil Diamond.
Action Galore!
Action takes over the Cloverdale Rodeo with high-energy shows, big impacts, and nonstop adrenaline.
🛹 Skateboard Stampede
High-energy skateboarding action featuring headline shows, trick battles, and nonstop competition from some of the best in the game. With athletes ranging from 6-time world champion freestyle skateboarder Isamu Yamamoto to local rising star Orson Merry, this is a lineup you don’t want to miss! (Note: the new venue this year, in front of the Cloverdale Rec Centre)
🏁 Demolition Derby
Watch trucks, cars, and minivans battle it out in full-contact demolition derbies, plus figure-eight races that bring speed and chaos together. Multiple shows across the weekend take place in the new Backstretch Action Zone.
🚀 Freestyle Motocross (FMX) Stunt Show
Global FMX riders launch off massive ramps, flying high with speed, skill, and precision in adrenaline-charged aerial performances in the Backstretch Action Zone.
🤼 Professional Wrestling
All Star Wrestling returns with two daily shows featuring high-impact action, rivalries, and dramatic storylines. The NEW venue in the CR Corral will host appearances from wrestling legends, the Headbangers, plus luchador star Micro Man, alongside rising stars from across BC and beyond.
🛼 Roller Derby
The Greater Vancouver Roller Derby Association brings fast-paced, hard-hitting flat track action, fast, physical, and full of intensity. This was a fan-favourite in Roll-A-Rama last year, making it a must-add to your 2026 fair plan.
Fan Favourites Are Back Too!
Head to the full list of things to do at this year’s Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair, featuring crowd favourites like the adorable pig races, the always-popular pancake breakfast, Farm Friendz, and more.
Get your tickets, plan your day, and pick up a map so you’re ready to make the most of May Long Weekend at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. You won’t want to miss it!