Canadian National Exhibition

Fri, Aug 21 · 10:00 a.m. – 7:59 p.m.

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) returns to Exhibition Place from August 21 to September 7, 2026. Featuring 18 days of midway rides, carnival games, classic fair food, shopping, and family-friendly activities. The Bell Soundstage hosts daily concerts including: Aug 21 (Lupe Fiasco), Aug 22 (Lights), Aug 23 (Shaggy), Aug 24 (Virginia to Vegas), Aug 25 (Glass Tiger), Aug 26 (Bif Naked/Bran Van 3000), Aug 27 (The Trews), Aug 28 (Feature Artist), Aug 29 (JoJo), Aug 30 (Matthew Good), Aug 31 (Dallas Smith), Sept 1 (Charlotte Day Wilson), Sept 2 (Finger Eleven), Sept 3 (Silverstein), Sept 4 (Raf-Saperra), Sept 5 (Tom Cochrane), and Sept 6 (Alison Hinds, Edwin Yearwood, Rupee, DJ Puffy, and Dr. Jay). The NXNE stage features 50+ acts and international performances at the Spotlight Stage. Advance tickets and Ride All Day passes are available at theex.com/tickets.