North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo

North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo is held in Barriere, BC during the Labour Day weekend each year for the past 75 years

A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible sponsors!The 77th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair & BCRA Polaris Championship ...
09/06/2026

A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible sponsors!

The 77th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair & BCRA Polaris Championship Finals Rodeo simply wouldn’t be possible without the amazing support of our sponsors.

We are so grateful for each and every one of you and for your continued support of our fair, rodeo and community. Thank you for helping make it all happen!

Make sure you stop by the Exhibit Hall and check out the Silent Auction!There are lots of great items up for bid, so hav...
09/05/2026

Make sure you stop by the Exhibit Hall and check out the Silent Auction!

There are lots of great items up for bid, so have a look, write down your bid and check back throughout the weekend to make sure you’re still on top!

You might just go home with something great while supporting the North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association at the same time.

Tonight is the perfect night to decorate a float, dig out a costume and get ready to join the Fall Fair Parade tomorrow!...
09/04/2026

Tonight is the perfect night to decorate a float, dig out a costume and get ready to join the Fall Fair Parade tomorrow!

There are lots of ways to enter, you don’t need a big fancy float! Parade categories include Commercial Floats, Organization/Club Floats, Group/Family Floats, Antique Vehicles, Horse & Rider, Horse in Harness, Decorated Golf Carts/Scooters, Walking Costumes and Comic Costumes. There really is a category for everyone!

And don’t forget, there are cash prizes for Best Overall Float — $500 for 1st, $300 for 2nd and $200 for 3rd!

Saturday, September 5
Assemble: 9:00 AM
Judging: 9:30 AM
Parade starts: 10:30 AM
No entry fee!

This year, the Family Parade will also be joining the main parade, so bring the whole crew! You’ve still got tonight to get creative, we’d love to see you in the parade tomorrow!

Getting to the 77th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair & BCRA Polaris Championship Finals Rodeo is easy!Take advantage of o...
09/04/2026

Getting to the 77th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair & BCRA Polaris Championship Finals Rodeo is easy!

Take advantage of our FREE shuttle service running between the Fairgrounds, Business Centre, Senior Centre and Ball Diamonds throughout the day.

There will also be a Chu Chua shuttle, leaving the Band Office at 9:15 AM and returning from the Fairgrounds at 5:30 PM.

Skip the parking and catch the shuttle!

Getting your Exhibit Hall entries ready? Here’s when you can bring them in!Friday, September 4: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PMSaturda...
09/03/2026

Getting your Exhibit Hall entries ready? Here’s when you can bring them in!

Friday, September 4: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, September 5: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM

All Exhibit Hall entries must be dropped off and checked in by 8:30 AM Saturday- no exceptions, as the Exhibit Hall closes for judging at 9:00 AM.

Whether it’s baking, canning, flowers, produce, crafts, photography or one of the many other classes, we can’t wait to see what everyone brings this year!

Don’t forget, your entry isn’t complete until your items have been physically dropped off and checked in at the Exhibit Hall.

Kick off Fall Fair weekend tomorrow night at the Family Dance!Bring the whole family down to the Fall Fair Hall for a fu...
09/03/2026

Kick off Fall Fair weekend tomorrow night at the Family Dance!

Bring the whole family down to the Fall Fair Hall for a fun night of music, dancing and a little yeehaw to start the weekend!

Doors open at 6:30 PM and admission is by donation. Kids are welcome and no alcohol is permitted.

Grab your dancing shoes and come start Fall Fair weekend with us!

Saturday night at the Fall Fair means it’s time for the Cabaret Dance!Tickets are on sale now at the Barriere Feed Store...
09/02/2026

Saturday night at the Fall Fair means it’s time for the Cabaret Dance!

Tickets are on sale now at the Barriere Feed Store, so grab yours ahead of time and get ready for a great Saturday night at the fair!

A small number of tickets will also be available Saturday morning at the Information Booth starting at 8:30 AM, while supplies last.

Spend the day enjoying the 77th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair & BCRA Polaris Championship Finals Rodeo, then stick around and dance the night away at the Cabaret.

Get your tickets and make a whole Saturday of it!

09/02/2026

Think you know your way around the Fair? Join our Scavenger Hunt!

Keep your eyes open while you explore the fairgrounds and see how many scavenger hunt items you can find!

Find 12 out of 15 items, take a selfie with each one, and show your photos to Jane or Sherrie in the Exhibit Hall. Leave your name and phone number to be entered to win one of three $50 prizes!

Find all 15 and you’ll also get a freezie!

Winners will be drawn Monday during the Exhibit Hall Awards.

It’s free to play, fun for all ages, and a great way to explore the Fair. Pick up your scavenger hunt and start searching!

The Cowboy Concert is back at the Fall Fair!Join us Sunday evening for some great cowboy music and a relaxed night in th...
09/01/2026

The Cowboy Concert is back at the Fall Fair!

Join us Sunday evening for some great cowboy music and a relaxed night in the Fall Fair Hall. It’s the perfect way to wind down after a full day at the fair.

Sunday, September 6 | Doors open at 6:00 PM
Fall Fair Hall – 677 Barriere Lakes Road
Tickets $10 | Seniors $6

Come grab a seat and enjoy a good old-fashioned evening of cowboy music!

🎉 GIVEAWAY WINNER! 🎉Congratulations to Daymon Parish, the winner of 2 Three-Day Passes to the 77th Annual North Thompson...
09/01/2026

🎉 GIVEAWAY WINNER! 🎉

Congratulations to Daymon Parish, the winner of 2 Three-Day Passes to the 77th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair & BCRA Polaris Championship Finals Rodeo!

Thank you to everyone who entered, liked, shared, and told us their favourite part of the Fair. We loved reading all your comments!

We can’t wait to see everyone this Labour Day weekend, September 5, 6 & 7!

Congratulations, Daymon!

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677 Barriere Lakes Road
Barrière, BC
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250-319-8023

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