Ontario Agritourism
Tractors at the Chatsworth Fall Fair

Chatsworth • Grey County • BruceGreySimcoe

Chatsworth
Fall Fair.

Small village. Shared country pride.

Plan your next fair visit ↓

The 2026 Chatsworth Fall Fair has concluded.

The 2026 fair season has concluded. Confirmed 2027 dates will be added after the late-February OAAS annual update. Consult the society’s next fair book for the current location, program and visitor arrangements.

Know before you go

Visitor Information

📍 Location
Chatsworth, Grey County, Ontario. Confirm the next fair’s site, entrances and parking with the Chatsworth Agricultural Society.
🗓 Next fair dates
2027 dates: Not yet confirmed through the OAAS annual list.
🎟 Admission and hours
Check the next fair’s official program for admission, daily hours, tickets and separately priced activities before travelling.
🌐 Organizer and contact
Chatsworth Agricultural Society

Make the most of the day

Plan Your Visit

⏱ Allow several hours. Plan around the next published program, leaving time for exhibits and conversations as well as scheduled activities.

🌾 Look a little closer. Look for the individual work behind the entries, from garden and homecraft displays to the care given to animals.

👨‍👩‍👧 For families: Ask everyone to choose a favourite from the next confirmed program. Check activity times, admission and access needs directly with the society.

♿ Parking and accessibility: Confirm parking, entrances, washrooms and individual access needs with the organizer before your visit.

Visit the official Chatsworth Fall Fair website ↗

The experience

A village comes together.
Country skills take the spotlight.

Chatsworth Fall Fair puts the people and skills of rural Grey County at the centre of the day, with a small-community welcome that makes room for visitors.

The photographs tell their own fairground story: tractors lined up, sheep gathered, children’s play and a bright display of flowers. Beyond the grounds, a café, a local store and a church bring the village into view. Keep these glimpses of Chatsworth close throughout the year, then use the society’s next confirmed program to choose the experiences that suit your visit.

Did You Know?

The society describes its purpose in terms of community, learning and country living. Its year extends beyond the fall fair to other gatherings and volunteer activities.

Explore the skills behind Ontario’s agricultural fairs in our Agritourism Guides.

Chatsworth Fair

About the Fair

A Grey County Tradition Celebrating Agriculture, Homecraft & Community Spirit

The Chatsworth Fall Fair, presented by the Chatsworth Agricultural Society, is a long-standing rural tradition in Grey County—bringing together agriculture, homecraft, and community pride each fall in the heart of Chatsworth, Ontario. For generations, the fair has served as a gathering place for farm families, neighbours, and visitors, celebrating the skills, creativity, and shared values that define this agricultural region.

Tractors - Chatsworth Fall Fair

A Fair Rooted in Settlement & Rural Life

The Chatsworth Fall Fair traces its beginnings to the period when farming communities were being established across Grey County. Agricultural societies played a central role in rural life, providing opportunities for farmers to improve livestock, share knowledge, and build strong community connections.

Early Chatsworth fairs featured livestock exhibitions, grain and vegetable displays, baking and preserves, needlework, and demonstrations of practical farm and homesteading skills—many of which remain at the heart of the fair today.

Agriculture at the Heart of the Chatsworth Fair

Agriculture continues to anchor the fair through a wide range of exhibits and competitions, including:

  • Beef and dairy cattle
  • Sheep, poultry, goats, and small livestock
  • Field crops, hay, grain, and garden produce
  • Woodworking, rural crafts, and traditional skills

These displays honour the dedication of agricultural families who have shaped the Grey County landscape for generations.

Homecraft divisions, baking, preserves, quilting, sewing, knitting, floriculture, photography, art, and junior categories, celebrate creativity, skill, and the traditions of rural living.

Lambs - Chatsworth Fall Fair

Youth Participation & Generational Tradition

Youth involvement has long been a cornerstone of the Chatsworth Fall Fair. Through junior divisions, school exhibits, 4-H involvement, and agricultural education activities, young participants develop:

  • Agricultural awareness
  • Practical skills and creativity
  • Leadership and confidence
  • A sense of heritage and responsibility
  • Community pride

Families often participate across multiple generations, helping keep fair traditions vibrant and meaningful.

Powered by Volunteers & Community Dedication

The Chatsworth Agricultural Society, supported by a strong network of volunteers, works year-round to organize and host the fair. Their dedication, maintaining fairgrounds, supporting exhibitors, coordinating competitions, and celebrating rural heritage—reflects the strong volunteer spirit that defines Chatsworth.

Jumping Castle

A Celebration of Grey County’s Rural Identity

The Chatsworth Fall Fair proudly celebrates:

  • Agricultural excellence
  • Homecraft and creative expression
  • Youth engagement
  • Volunteer leadership
  • Generational continuity
  • Community unity

A Tradition That Endures

More than an annual event, the Chatsworth Fall Fair remains a cherished celebration, honouring the agricultural heritage, creativity, and community spirit that continue to define Chatsworth and the surrounding Grey County region.

Floral Display

 

About the Community

Chatsworth, Ontario: A Rural Grey County Community Rooted in Agriculture & Community Pride

Located in the heart of Grey County, Chatsworth is a welcoming rural community known for its agricultural strength, open countryside, and strong sense of local pride. Surrounded by productive farmland and scenic rural landscapes, Chatsworth reflects the values and traditions of Ontario’s farming heartland.

A Community Shaped by Farming & Rural Settlement

Chatsworth developed as an agricultural centre serving surrounding farms and rural families. Early settlers established homesteads, barns, and rural roads that continue to define the community’s landscape today.

Agriculture has long shaped the community’s economy and identity, with family farms forming the backbone of local life.

 

A Landscape of Farmland, Trails & Rural Roads

The Chatsworth area features:

  • Rolling farmland and open fields
  • Mixed livestock and cash crop operations
  • Scenic rural roads and countryside views
  • Woodlots, wetlands, and conservation lands
  • A quiet, spacious rural setting

This agricultural landscape gives Chatsworth its distinct rural character.

Chatsworth Cafe

A Community Built on Engagement & Volunteerism

Chatsworth residents share a strong commitment to community involvement, supporting:

  • Local events and agricultural initiatives
  • Service clubs and volunteer organizations
  • Youth programs and recreation activities
  • Rural heritage and agricultural education

This culture of volunteerism helps keep the community closely connected.

Chatsworth Store

Agriculture Remains Central to Chatsworth’s Identity

Agriculture continues to play a vital role in the area, including:

  • Beef, dairy, and mixed livestock farms
  • Cash crop and forage operations
  • Multi-generation family farms
  • Rural businesses supporting agriculture

This working agricultural landscape is proudly celebrated each year at the Chatsworth Fall Fair.

A Natural Companion to the Chatsworth Fall Fair

Together, Chatsworth and its fair highlight:

  • Agricultural and rural heritage
  • Youth involvement and education
  • Homecraft traditions
  • Volunteer dedication
  • Strong community identity

Church

Where Rural Heritage & Community Spirit Thrive

Whether visiting the fall fair, exploring the surrounding countryside, or connecting with local residents, Chatsworth offers an authentic Grey County experience, where agriculture, tradition, and community spirit continue to thrive side by side.

Keep exploring

🌾 Explore Nearby Experiences

Extend your trip with local food, heritage and countryside experiences. Check each operator’s current season and visitor details before travelling.

Nearby suggestions are independent experiences. Confirm current opening dates, reservations and visitor details with each operator before travelling.

Visitors interested in Ontario agricultural fairs may also enjoy exploring events such as the Markdale Fall Fair and the Arran Tara Fall Fair, each celebrating the farming traditions and community heritage of Grey County.

 

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