Vancouver, British Columbia · August 21 to September 6, 2027
PNE Fair
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PNE Fair
When is PNE Fair 2027?
PNE Fair 2027 is expected to run August 21 to September 6, 2027. The dates follow the usual pattern and are not announced yet.
2027August 21 to September 6, 2027Expected
How the dates are set: The fair begins in late August and ends in early September, usually on Labour Day.
PNE Fair schedule
- Saturday, August 22, 2026: Opening day. Opening weekend admission was $7 for all ages, and the Night Music series opened with Luisa Marshall as Tina Turner.
- Daily in 2026: Wizard of Oz on Ice ran daily at Pacific Coliseum at 2:00pm, 4:00pm and 7:30pm.
- Daily in 2026: Colourjam ran on the Rollerland stage at 1:15pm, 2:30pm, 4:15pm and 5:45pm, and the Kids Wild West Show ran at Farm Country from 11:00am to 10:00pm.
- August 29, 2026: Summer Night Concert with Cynthia Erivo and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
- Monday, September 7, 2026: Closing day, with a Summer Night Concert by Boy George & Culture Club.
Source: 604now.com
Tickets and cost
In 2026, advance adult admission ran from CAD $15 to $20 depending on the date, with opening weekend at $7 for all ages. A Season Pass was $99 and the new Fair Any Day Passes ranged from $17 to $40 by age. Ride passes (Fun Pass, Thrill Seeker Pass, Rapid Pass) are sold separately, and Summer Night Concert tickets include admission.
Source: 604now.com
History of PNE Fair
The Vancouver Exhibition Association was formed in 1907 and held its first fair at Hastings Park in August 1910, opened by Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier. The fair was closed from 1942 to 1946, and the organization became the Pacific National Exhibition in 1946. Playland became a division of the PNE in 1993.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
PNE Fair: questions people ask
What are the dates for the PNE Fair in 2026?
The 2026 PNE Fair ran from August 22 to September 7, 2026.
What does PNE stand for?
PNE stands for Pacific National Exhibition, the organization that runs the fair at Hastings Park in Vancouver.
How long is the PNE Fair?
The summer fair is a 15-day event held at Hastings Park, beginning in late August and ending in early September, usually on Labour Day.
How much does a PNE ticket cost?
In 2026, advance adult admission ran from $15 to $20 depending on the date, and opening weekend was $7 for all ages.
Are ride passes included with PNE admission?
No. Ride passes are not included and must be purchased separately in three tiers: Fun Pass, Thrill Seeker Pass and Rapid Pass.
Is there a PNE Winter Fair?
Yes. The PNE also runs a 12-day winter fair at Hastings Park from mid-December until Christmas.
Sources: 604now.com, en.wikipedia.org
About PNE Fair
Vancouver's end-of-summer fair at Hastings Park: rides, SuperDogs, concerts and food, running into Labour Day.
The Pacific National Exhibition's summer fair fills Hastings Park for about two weeks from late August into early September. Expect rides, shows like the SuperDogs, evening concerts, agricultural displays and a lot of fair food. Ride passes cost extra on top of admission, so check what is included before you buy.
Know before you go
- Ride passes are not included with admission and are sold separately.
- Buying tickets online ahead of time is generally encouraged, and day-of prices are higher than advance prices.
- Vancouver International (YVR) is the main airport for the city, and Hastings Park is within Vancouver.
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