The Canadian National Exhibition, better known as ‘The Ex’ to locals, is the event that Toronto’s beloved Exhibition Place is named for. To say there’s a lot to see at the Canadian National Exhibition is an understatement—this is Canada’s biggest annual fair and dates back almost 150 years.
CNE Highlights Things to do at the Canadian National Exhibition include:
Live music performances Walks, talks, and parades Classic carnival midway rides and games Competitions, tournaments, shows, and exhibits featuring animals, sports, home & garden, food & desserts Food trucks and craft beer Family-favourite Air Show and an Aerial & Acrobatic Ice-Skating Show, Markets and shopping
There's also a lot of history throughout Exhibition Place, including an 18th-century log cabin, the oldest surviving structure in the city of Toronto.
CNE tickets Different passes include:
Admission Pass - includes grounds admission, access to all shows and exhibits Ride All Day Pass - includes grounds admission, access to all shows and exhibits, and unlimited midway rides VIP Tickets Kid’s Pass