Once a Year the Country Comes to The City: The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

The Royal Agricultural Winter fair is a special event that takes place every November in the City of Toronto.  The Royal is the largest combined indoor agricultural fair and international equestrian competition in the world. Where Canadian and International breeders, growers and exhibitors are declared champions and where hundreds of thousands of people attend to learn, compete, shop and have a great time with friends and family.

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair began on November 22, 1922 with an astonishing 17,000 agricultural entries and over 150,000 visitors. Now in its 87th year, The Royal continues to hold an important place in the world of agriculture and in the hearts and minds of the many participants and visitors - now over 326,000 strong - who continue to appreciate this one-of-a-kind event.

"I go every year!" says Julia Cook, an avid horseback rider and fan of The Royal.  "I've been riding since I was eight and many of the girls at my riding club have competed in The Royal (Agricultural Winter Fair).  It's lots of fun, and inspired me to start riding."

From great food to concerts and animals there's something for everyone. "You don't have to be into horses to like this fair." says Julia. "The agricultural part is fascinating!  My favourite part is The Giant Vegetable Judging. It's so cool!"

One of the many exhibitors and sponsors of the Royal is Greenhawk, the exclusive retailer of Roots Equestrian.  Roots Equestrian in partnership with Greenhawk is offering an exclusive Roots Genuine Leather gift at this event for all customers who spend $50 or more on Roots Equestrian apparel.

 

So, if you are looking for an adventure this week, make sure you go check it out!  Running from November 6th-15th.