The Navan Fair

The Navan Fair The Navan Fair - August 6-9, 2026

Since 1946 The Navan Fair has been the favorite weekend of the summer for thousands of local residents that come to enjoy the hospitality of the people of Navan and the incredible entertainment and exhibits.

Meet Ben! Born and raised in Navan, Ben Lawlor continues to call the community home, living just outside the village wit...
05/20/2026

Meet Ben! Born and raised in Navan, Ben Lawlor continues to call the community home, living just outside the village with his fiancé and their dog, Rocket. Ben currently works as a journeyman electrician while also serving the community as a volunteer firefighter with Station 71 in Navan.

Ben has always maintained a strong connection to the agricultural community. At just 12 years old, he began working on a local dairy farm, helping clean the milking room and robotic systems. Over the years, he also became involved in local 4-H beef shows alongside friends, raised chickens in his father’s backyard right in the village, and today continues to farm with his fiancé’s family. Together, they produce hay and have raised draft horses, beef cattle, and turkeys.

Deeply rooted in the local community, Ben also stays active year-round through hockey, curling, and three-pitch softball, all activities that keep him connected to the people and spirit of Navan.

If you are interested in becoming the 2026 Navan Fair Ambassador, please contact [email protected]

Reminder! That last day to register for this fun workshop is May 22. There are still a few spots available!! Don’t miss ...
05/20/2026

Reminder! That last day to register for this fun workshop is May 22. There are still a few spots available!! Don’t miss out!

WARNING: for all vendors and exhibitors to ignore emails related to a local fair or agricultural society that may be spa...
05/19/2026

WARNING: for all vendors and exhibitors to ignore emails related to a local fair or agricultural society that may be spam. It is important to check if the email was sent directly from the agricultural society or fair office and to check with the applicable office if unsure or for confirmation.
We have been advised that someone is contacting vendors claiming to be from Navan Fair. Please be cautious.

⏰ Reminder! 🎨Spots are filling up for our Barn Quilt Sign Workshop and we don’t want you to miss out! 🌻🖌️Join us for a f...
05/07/2026

⏰ Reminder! 🎨
Spots are filling up for our Barn Quilt Sign Workshop and we don’t want you to miss out! 🌻🖌️
Join us for a fun and creative experience where you’ll paint your very own barn quilt sign. No experience needed. Everything is provided, just bring your creativity! 👩‍🎨👨‍🎨
This is a great chance to be part of a special project that will add a beautiful new barn quilt sign to the Navan Pavilion, while creating your own piece to take home. Donations to support the Navan Pavilion Barn Quilt Sign are welcome.
🔗 Sign up and view design options:
https://navanfair.ca/other-events/
Questions? Contact [email protected]

Meet John Edwards the 2009 Navan Fair Ambassador!John grew up immersed in rural life, helping with milking cows, working...
04/27/2026

Meet John Edwards the 2009 Navan Fair Ambassador!

John grew up immersed in rural life, helping with milking cows, working with horses, and grading eggs. It was his passion for horses that led him to a remarkable career spanning over 20 years as a farrier, where he dedicated himself to caring for horses’ hooves across his community and neighbouring towns.

Throughout his career, John competed as a farrier across North America and the UK, and had the honour of representing Canada twice as a member of the national farriers team.

Beyond his work with horses, John also served his community as a volunteer firefighter in Vars for about five years. In 2024, he followed that passion further, relocating to Thunder Bay to pursue firefighting while embracing life in a more remote part of Ontario.

Above all, John’s greatest pride is his family, his three children, Adeline, Hazel, and Sawyer. They share his love for community, actively taking part in events like the Navan Fair and other local gatherings in the North.

John is also a strong advocate for community involvement. He recognizes that events like local fairs are becoming less common due to declining participation, and he reminds us that these traditions only continue because of volunteers. So if you enjoy these events, consider stepping up and getting involved, because they simply don’t happen without people willing to give their time.

If you’re interested in becoming the 2026 Navan Fair ambassador please reach out to [email protected]

Volunteers needed!! Reach out to volunteers@navanfair.ca to sign up or simply get more details.
04/21/2026

Volunteers needed!! Reach out to [email protected] to sign up or simply get more details.

Sara was born and raised on a fifth-generation dairy farm in Navan. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from...
04/20/2026

Sara was born and raised on a fifth-generation dairy farm in Navan. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Trent University. During her studies, she continued pursuing her passion for agriculture by working with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in the Science Support Program Division at the Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa.

Currently, Sara works for the Government of Canada in Public Safety, while also working at Navan Veterinary Services. In her free time, she enjoys playing hockey and baseball, reading, and spending time with her Yellow Labrador, Buckshot, as well as with family and friends.

If you are interested in applying to be the 2026 Navan Fair Ambassador please email: [email protected]

🎨✨ Exciting News from the CTAS Navan Fair! ✨🎨We’re excited to share that the CTAS Navan Fair is commissioning a brand ne...
04/15/2026

🎨✨ Exciting News from the CTAS Navan Fair! ✨🎨
We’re excited to share that the CTAS Navan Fair is commissioning a brand new barn quilt sign to be proudly displayed on the tallest peak of the Navan Pavilion this summer!
🌻🖌️ To help bring this project to life, we’re hosting a Barn Quilt Sign Workshop and registration is now OPEN.
🎨 Workshop details
Participants will paint their own barn quilt sign. Karen will provide everything you need, including the board prepared with the pattern you choose, as well as all paint and brushes. No previous painting experience is required, just come ready to have fun and get creative.
👩‍🎨👨‍🎨 Registration information
There are 20 spots available. To register, please send your payment to Karen Besso and include the following details:
🌟 Your name
📞 Phone number
📧 Email address
🧩 The number of the sign design you would like to paint
✅ Your registration is confirmed once payment is received. Full workshop details and sign design options can be found here:
🔗 https://navanfair.ca/other-events/
💛 Support the Project
In addition to the workshop, we are gratefully accepting donations to help cover the cost of the pavilion barn quilt sign. Every contribution, big or small, helps bring this vibrant piece of rural art to life.
💸 Donations can be made by e transfer to [email protected] with “Quilt sign donation” in the message, or by credit, debit, cheque, or cash through the Fair Office at 1279 Colonial Road, Navan. Any monetary donations over $10 will receive a tax receipt.
🗳️ Coming soon
Design options for the pavilion barn quilt will be posted shortly and the community will be invited to vote on their favourite. The winning design will be hand painted by a talented local artist.
🌈🖌️ Let’s bring a fresh splash of colour to the Navan Fairgrounds together!
Questions? Please contact the fair office at [email protected]

🌾 Volunteer Opportunity: Navan Fair Sponsorship Committee 🌾Do you love community events? The Navan Fair is looking for v...
04/14/2026

🌾 Volunteer Opportunity: Navan Fair Sponsorship Committee 🌾

Do you love community events? The Navan Fair is looking for volunteers to join our Sponsorship Committee and help secure funding that supports fair operations and community‑focused initiatives.

This role plays a key part in ensuring the Navan Fair remains accessible, sustainable, and impactful, while keeping costs down and community benefits high.

🎪 What you’ll do:

• Solicit sponsorship and partnerships with local businesses

• Research sponsorships, and community funding opportunities connected to the Navan Fair

• Help draft sponsorship requests and proposals that highlight the Fair’s community impact

🌟 What we’re looking for:

• Someone with strong connections in the east Ottawa community

• Knowledge of general sales processes and CRM management is an asset

• Social media marketing asset

• Interest or experience in sponsorships, fundraising, or community partnerships (an asset, not required)

• Organized, reliable, and comfortable meeting deadlines

💚 How this opportunity benefits you:

• Make a meaningful impact in your local community

• Gain hands‑on experience in event sponsorship and nonprofit fundraising

• Build connections with local businesses and community leaders

• Be part of a fun, volunteer‑driven team behind a beloved community event

🕒 Time commitment: Flexible

📩 Interested? Send us a message or email [email protected] to get involved.

Help keep the tradition strong—volunteer with the Navan Fair! 🎡

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1279 Colonial Road
Navan, ON
K4B1N1

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