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Big Block Creative Club Fun Zone

The Capital Fair is all about bringing joy and creativity to our event, and this year is no different with our new Big Block Creative Club Fun Zone! The Fun Zone includes everything you need to create an unforgettable experience, from thousands of LEGO® bricks and boards for building, to an Inspiration Table showcasing kids’ greatest structures. PLUS… enjoy EVERBLOCKS for building forts, houses and whatever you can imagine! Every day at the Capital Fair!

Extreme Dog

Extreme Dogs tours the nation promoting animal rescue and pet adoption.  These high flying, extreme sports, wickedly talented Canine athletic super star animals capture the hearts of hundreds of thousands from coast to coast. Whether for CFL and NFL Halftimes, Corporate and special events, Theme Parks, Performing Arts venues, and of course fairs and festivals nationwide, this is the most sought-after dog show of its kind touring today.  The show features world champion trainers and highest level of Canine and star trainers touring Three Shows Daily!

Magic Bean

With a theme of “from the farm to the kitchen”, at The Magic Bean Show the kids will learn things about farming that maybe never crossed their curious little minds before. You will be surprised at the answers you will get when polling kids with the question “Where does milk come from? Learning is fun! Three Shows Daily!

Tractor Pull

A tradition that kids and families looked forward to each year. There is nothing funnier than seeing a kid pulling with all their might to the roar of the crowd. Three Shows Daily!

Cutest Show

The Cutest Show on Earth is a high-energy, free show designed to get family members playing together. Kids dress up and become Star Performers in a live theater experience! Presented multiple times daily, each show features up to 18 kids of all ages chosen from the audience 10 minutes before show time.  While entertaining to every age, The Cutest Show on Earth has a higher purpose to build confidence and creative muscle in the next generation. Join in the enthusiastic rounds of applause for the power of kids’ imaginations! Three Shows Daily!

All About Science

All About Science is your perfect blend of education and entertainment. An all-ages show that incorporates audience participation and a whole lot of surprises. To be performed either on your stage or our mobile stage. Also offering a science trivia game show along with a 'hands on' station for families to discover and interact throughout the day.

Ferme Sugar Hill Farm Petting Zoo and Pony Rides

Make sure to drop by and say hello to all the adorable animals at the Ferme Sugar Hill Farm Petting Zoo and Pony rides! Open all day, every day, with pony rides and lots of cute and amazing animals to look at and feed.

Meet the Keepers

Meet the Keepers! The Keepers are a wildlife rescue organization that focuses on rescuing all types of animals, providing them sanctuary, veterinary care and a safe environment. They also focus on educating the public about the importance of wildlife conservation, responsible pet ownership and rehabilitation programs! Come visit them at the fair and meet some cute and interesting animals and learn some fun facts about wildlife rescue at the same time. Three Shows Daily! Make sure to keep your eyes on the lookout around the fairground for our walking dinosaur and maybe even get your picture taken with one! This dinosaur is very friendly! We UNITE FOR WILDLIFE and aim to change the world one rescue, and presentation at a time. Together, we can all make a difference!

Event Series Doo Doo the Clown

Doo Doo the Clown

Kids Big Tent

Doo Doo has thrilled children and adults alike for over 30 years. He keeps his shows fun and exciting and has performed at the biggest festivals all over the world - from Toronto to Australia! Doo Doo is well known as the Clown from the hit movie, Billy Madison starring Adam Sandler. Doo Doo was also voted, ‘#1 Entertainer in the World’ by his Mom & Dad. UNBELIEVABLE!!

Cornhole Tournament

Come one, come all, to the 2nd Annual Capital Fair Cornhole Tournament, open to everyone in singles competitions, with divisions for both beginners and experienced competitors.
The entry fee is $25 for each competitor, (payable to the Ottawa Cornhole League), plus $12 admission to the fair (payable at the front gate)
Cash Prizes will be awarded to the winner! To register, please contact cornholeottawa@gmail.com For more information please go to Ottawa Cornhole League on Social media B
Deadline to register is August 24th. Onsite registration starts at 12pm on the 24th, Tournament starts at 1pm

Event Series Monkey Rock

Monkey Rock

Kids Big Tent

These exciting performers have been entertaining children in Ottawa and the surrounding area for years. Their lively and highly interactive songs , such as: I Can’t Fly, I Want To Be A Dinosaur, What Are You Wearing? Patch and a Peg (A Pirate’s Life) and The Big Rig Song will have not only the children, but the parents too, up and dancing!

Event Series Doo Doo the Clown

Doo Doo the Clown

Kids Big Tent

Doo Doo has thrilled children and adults alike for over 30 years. He keeps his shows fun and exciting and has performed at the biggest festivals all over the world - from Toronto to Australia! Doo Doo is well known as the Clown from the hit movie, Billy Madison starring Adam Sandler. Doo Doo was also voted, ‘#1 Entertainer in the World’ by his Mom & Dad. UNBELIEVABLE!!

The Kyd Can Sing

The Entertainment Stage

The Kyd Can Sing Studio teaches vocals, stage performance, microphone techniques, and helps to build confidence in performers of all ages. Come and have fun learning in a private setting. I teach voice and stage performance to adults and children 8 years and older.

Event Series Junkyard Jonny Show

Junkyard Jonny Show

The Junkyard Jonny Show is a radical ride of recycling and rhythm! Jonny will show you the basics, such as tempo, beat, dynamics, and the timing of notes as well as syncopated rhythms. Join in the fun with Jonny’s rhythmic lessons and games! Children will gain an understanding of the importance of recycling and the Four R’s - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rock as they learn how to have fun while helping the Earth.

Event Series Monkey Rock

Monkey Rock

Kids Big Tent

These exciting performers have been entertaining children in Ottawa and the surrounding area for years. Their lively and highly interactive songs , such as: I Can’t Fly, I Want To Be A Dinosaur, What Are You Wearing? Patch and a Peg (A Pirate’s Life) and The Big Rig Song will have not only the children, but the parents too, up and dancing!

Parliament of Owls

The Entertainment Stage

Canadian Outlaw Folk Rock Artist Wade Barras has lived a number of different lives in a relatively short period of time. Releasing his melodic offerings under the alias Parliament of Owls, Barras is ready now more than ever to start sharing his stories with the world at large. With a heavy groove and sharp, gravel-coated lyrics, Parliament of Owls blend of music is certain to play in your head on repeat!

Event Series Doo Doo the Clown

Doo Doo the Clown

Kids Big Tent

Doo Doo has thrilled children and adults alike for over 30 years. He keeps his shows fun and exciting and has performed at the biggest festivals all over the world - from Toronto to Australia! Doo Doo is well known as the Clown from the hit movie, Billy Madison starring Adam Sandler. Doo Doo was also voted, ‘#1 Entertainer in the World’ by his Mom & Dad. UNBELIEVABLE!!

Event Series Monkey Rock

Monkey Rock

Kids Big Tent

These exciting performers have been entertaining children in Ottawa and the surrounding area for years. Their lively and highly interactive songs , such as: I Can’t Fly, I Want To Be A Dinosaur, What Are You Wearing? Patch and a Peg (A Pirate’s Life) and The Big Rig Song will have not only the children, but the parents too, up and dancing!

Event Series Junkyard Jonny Show

Junkyard Jonny Show

The Junkyard Jonny Show is a radical ride of recycling and rhythm! Jonny will show you the basics, such as tempo, beat, dynamics, and the timing of notes as well as syncopated rhythms. Join in the fun with Jonny’s rhythmic lessons and games! Children will gain an understanding of the importance of recycling and the Four R’s - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rock as they learn how to have fun while helping the Earth.

Evil Creek

The Entertainment Stage

Voted Music Group of the Year for the second year in a row in the 2023 Ottawa Awards, Evil Creek is a powerhouse acoustic rock band hailing from the vibrant city of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. With their infectious sound and captivating performances, this talented group has been making waves in the local music scene and beyond.

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