It’s that time of the year again– the PNE Fair is returning! A Metro Vancouver summer truly isn’t complete without a visit to the PNE Fair, and this year it’s going to be bigger than ever. With new programming and entertainment, as well as returning acts, the PNE’s 2026 lineup is sure to wow you.
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PNE Fair 2026
This year’s PNE Fair runs from August 22 to September 7, 2026. As always, there’s plenty of new things to do and see, and tons of familiar sights. We cover everything you need to know about the fun below!
Concerts
The PNE is bringing back their beloved Summer Night Concerts again this year! You can hear the sweet sounds of both pop and rock artists, with performances from some huge names in each respective genre. It’s going to be especially great if you’re a fan of Canadian performers, as there are some real Canadian classics on stage these nights.
We’ve gone into further detail with our article here, but you can find the full list of performing artists below. Tickets are currently on sale here, which include admission alongside them.
- Blue Rodeo – August 22
- The Guess Who – August 23
- The Beaches – August 25
- Nelly – August 26
- Zedd – August 27
- Mt. Joy – August 28
- Cynthia Erivo with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) – August 29
- Punjabi Virsa – August 30
- Train – September 1
- Barenaked Ladies – September 2
- “Weird Al” Yankovic – September 3
- Earth, Wind & Fire – September 4
- Pierce the Veil – September 5
- Sarah McLachlan – September 6
- Boy George & Culture Club – September 7
For even more concerts, the PNE Fair is also hosting Night Music. Unlike Summer Night Concerts, Night Music performances are already included with your admission. Just grab your PNE ticket and you’re set for Night Music!
- Luisa Marshall as TINA TURNER – August 22
- Bobby Bruce’s Nearly Neil & The Solitary Band – August 23
- ODYSSEY – August 25
- The Paperboys – August 26
- The Motown Show – August 27
- Trilojay – August 28
- Julio Avila Cuban Band – August 29
- Phonix Dance Band – August 30
- Coco Jafro – September 1
- Steelin’ In The Years: A Tribute to the Music of Steely Dan – September 2
- Queer As Funk – September 3
- Tatus Festival – September 4
- Tatus Festival – September 5
- Moondance: The Van Morrison Songbook – September 6
- Side One – September 7
Tickets
Tickets are available now for the 2026 PNE Fair. You can purchase them online or in-person, although buying online is generally encouraged so you can secure your spot ahead of time. Depending on when you go, they can run you where from $15 to $20 (adult pricing), although opening weekend is only $7 for all ages!
It should be noted that Ride Passes are not included with your PNE admission, so it must be purchased separately. They come in three different tiers, including the Fun Pass, Thrill Seeker Pass, and Rapid Pass. Individual Ride Coupons are available onsite only, and while supplies last.
Want to enjoy the sun all season long? A Season Pass would be what you need, then. This gets you entry into the Fair several times throughout the 15-day run. That’ll run you $99.
Introduced in April 2026, the PNE Fair now offers Fair Any Day Passes. These are passes that can be used once for any operating date of the PNE Fair. These range from $17 to $40, depending on your age range.
Here’s a price breakdown for all the tickets so you know exactly what you need to get for the event. Note that these are all in-advance prices. Purchasing tickets day-of will cost you more.
- Gate Admission: $15 – $20
- Ride Passes: $39 – $50
- Season Pass: $99
- Fair Any Day Pass: $17 – $40
New to 2026
As always, the PNE is home to some staple events like the Superdogs, but there’s plenty of new experiences to check out for returning visitors! Take a look below at all the brand-new shows that’ll be happening at the Fair this year:
- Wizard of Oz on Ice – daily at Pacific Coliseum at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:30pm
- Colourjam – daily on the stage at Rollerland at 1:15pm, 2:30pm, 4:15pm, 5:45pm
- Kids Wild West Show – daily at Farm Country from 11:00am to 10:00pm
What are you looking forward to the most at this year’s PNE Fair?
