JOIN MINISTER TREVOR JONES, TORONTO MAYOR OLIVIA CHOW AND THE ROYAL’S CEO CYRUS COOPER TO OFFICIALLY OPEN THE 103RD ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR
November 7, 2025 [TORONTO, ON] - The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, the world’s largest indoor agricultural and equestrian show, returns to Exhibition Place today. To celebrate the opening of one of Toronto’s most iconic events, The Royal will host an official grand opening ceremony at 11:00 a.m. with Minister Trevor Jones and Mayor Olivia Chow in attendance, alongside the Royal’s CEO Cyrus Cooper and the 2025 Royal Ambassador, miniature donkey, Rosie.
WHAT
Official ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the 103rd Anniversary of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
WHO
- The Honourable Trevor Jones, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness
- Mayor Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto
- Cyrus Cooper, Chief Executive Officer, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
- Joe Parker, President and Chair, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
- Chief Claire Sault, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
- Rosie, The 2025 Royal Ambassador
WHEN
TODAY Friday, November 7, 2025
11:00 a.m. ET - Official ribbon cutting ceremony begins inside Heritage Court
WHERE
Enercare Centre, 100 Princes’ Blvd., Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON
Arrival: Media check-in at the Media Salon: Room 101, South West corner of the Enercare Centre
2025 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Highlights:
Additional programming highlights for the 2025 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair include:
- Chef’s Table Presented by Milk Dining Series – Chef’s Table is returning to this year's schedule, showcasing the very best of Canadian culinary talent. Each event is designed to highlight sustainability, seasonality, and local producers. Guests can enjoy a 3-4 course dinner or brunch, paired with curated drinks, and will have the opportunity for exclusive interaction with head chefs and culinary teams. This year's roster is the best one yet, featuring celebrity chef and restaurateur, Michael Bonacini, Eric Robertson of recently awarded Michelin Star restaurant, Pearl Morissette, and more!
- Chef's Table Cooking Classes Presented by Milk – Enjoy daily cooking classes where attendees can learn hands-on from Canada's finest, including Jason Bangerter of Langdon Hall, Coulson Armstrong of Prime Seafood Palace, and Amanda Ray of Drake Devonshire, just to name a few.
- Holiday Market – 'Tis the season to shop! New this year, visit The Royal's Holiday Market, featuring everything from handmade crafts to gourmet treats. Guests can look forward to a new market full of sparkle, charm, and local flair, just in time of the holiday season. And guess who's coming to town? Santa himself! He'll be stopping by for photos November 12–16 from 12 PM to 3 PM daily.
- Western Day Grab your best hat, boots, and jeans for a full day of western fun on Sunday, November 16. Featuring The Royal Rodeo Qualifier and The Royal Rodeo Finals presented by Ontario Ford Dealers, star of CBC's Heartland, Amber Marshall, will serve as guest emcee for this not-to-be missed event.
- Royal Horse Show Entertainment – Sylvia Zerbini and her breathtaking Liberté return, blending artistry and horsemanship in a performance that will leave you in awe.
- Shetland Pony Races – High-energy family fun gallops into the Coca-Cola Coliseum. Fast hooves, tiny saddles, and young riders chasing the thrill of the finish line.
- Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Toronto Presented by Ecclestone Horse Transport – This international event brings Olympic-level equestrians to Toronto for a thrilling competition.
- University of Guelph Showcase – Step into the world of Canada's Food University. Learn how ideas are cultivated, innovations are grown, and solutions are shaping the future of agri-food. From sustainability research to training the next generation of leaders, discover how U of G is ensuring a healthier, more resilient Canada.
- School of Moo – Presented by Dairy Farmers of Ontario, this interactive Dairy Education Centre invites kids to step into the world of modern farming, nutrition, and technology.
- Family fun for all ages – The Fair is the ultimate family outing with interactive learning, entertainment, and adorable animals everywhere you turn. Petting farm & animal features – Feed the animals at the Royal Petting Farm, catch daily sheep shearing demos, cheer for the Global Pet Foods SuperDogs, and experience Spirit of the Horse in the Animal Theatre.
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About The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair:
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is the world's largest combined indoor agricultural and equestrian show. Now in its 103rd year, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair takes place every November at Exhibition Place, in the City of Toronto and celebrates the best in agriculture, local food, and equestrian competitions from across the country. For more information, please visit http://www.royalfair.org/
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