Brome Fair (Expo Brome)

Fall festival · Québec — Laurentians & Eastern Townships

Quebec's largest rural agricultural fair, held in the Eastern Townships village of Brome over Labour Day weekend. Expect livestock judging, horse shows, a midway, a demolition derby, live music and crafts spread across four days on the fairgrounds.

Best for: A classic county-fair weekend in the Eastern Townships

Don’t miss

  • Livestock judging and horse shows
  • Midway and demolition derby
  • Four-day run over Labour Day weekend

Plan your visit

2026 season: Sep 4 – Sep 7.

Four-day run over Labour Day weekend, gates open through the day and into the evening

Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.

2026 Forecast

Color nearby peaks: October 9–October 13

Color builds from September 26 · mostly bare by October 31

Color starts: September 26Peak: October 11Bare: October 31AugustDecember

Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Brome Fair (Expo Brome)’s own coordinates and elevation (206 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.

Brome Fair (Expo Brome) on the map

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Frequently asked

When is Brome Fair (Expo Brome) open in 2026?
The 2026 season runs Sep 4 – Sep 7. Four-day run over Labour Day weekend, gates open through the day and into the evening. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
When does Brome Fair (Expo Brome) peak in 2026?
Peak color is predicted for October 9–October 13 (best estimate October 11). Color starts around September 26 and is mostly bare by October 31.
What is Brome Fair (Expo Brome) best for?
A classic county-fair weekend in the Eastern Townships.
How do I get to Brome Fair (Expo Brome)?
The closest city is Montreal, about 86 km away. It's part of Québec — Laurentians & Eastern Townships's fall lineup.

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