Aug 21, 2026 - Sep 7, 2026
Times vary / All Day
Exhibition Place
Back for its 147th year, Ontario’s favourite fair and end-of-summer rite of passage, the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is set to make its grand return, August 21 to September 7, 2026.
Once you’ve paid the entrance fee, all entertainment is FREE. To go on the amusement rides, you must have the RAD pass or buy coupons separately.
Admission
- Advance Tickets (before Aug 21): $25.11 (+ HST)
- Regular Tickets (Aug 21-Sept 7): $26.55 (+ HST) TBC
NOTE: For ALL Online transactions there is a $2.99 transaction fee
Admission Specials (2025) – Details still to be posted
- Aug 15: Opening Day $15 (at the gate)
- Aug 18 & 25: Kids’ Toonie Monday $2 (at the gate)
- Aug 18-21 & Aug 25-28: $13 Evenings
You can find all their ticket prices / specials HERE
Bandshell Concerts
Enjoy FREE concerts (with admission) at the CNE’s Bandshell
For full line-up on all stages, you’ll find them here: https://www.theex.com/performances/music/
Entertainment/Special Events
The following are just some of the special events/shows.
- HorseCapades (Free during Aug 9-20)
- Superdogs
- Walking Tours (More Info)
- Sep 5-7: Canadian International Air Show
(can be viewed along the Waterfront)
Best to take public transit – Streetcar (Union Stn, Bathurst Stn)
TIP: TTC offers an Express Bus from Bathurst Station (recommended) – no stops between the station and Exhibition Place!
For full schedule, line-up of entertainment, please visit https://www.theex.com/
Location: Exhibition Place, Princes' Blvd, Toronto
Tags: all ages, family friendly, family fun