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cloverdalerodeo.comHere’s the latest on Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair.
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The 2026 Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair runs May 14–18 in Surrey, BC, with the addition of a Thursday kickoff that features a special concert and fair activities ahead of the main weekend program. This marks the first time since 2008 the fair begins a day early. [Cite][Cite]
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New for 2026: Country Fair Kickoff on Thursday, May 14, headlined by Brett Kissel and Cooper Alan, plus a multi-genre weekend lineup across multiple stages, a larger midway, and expanded family and Indigenous programming. [Cite][Cite]
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The event is described as BC’s largest rodeo and one of the region’s biggest springtime gatherings, with five days of activities including rodeo, concerts, food trucks (over 50), rides (the Midway with dozens of attractions), Indigenous Village, and family-focused attractions like Farm Friendz. [Cite]
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Media coverage in 2025–2026 notes a broader festival footprint, drone show additions, and new attractions such as a 19+ late-night venue called Rodeo Reds, along with additional entertainment on multiple stages. The tone of coverage emphasizes expanded programming and longer festival access. [Cite][Cite]
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For context, several outlets highlight the event’s return to multi-day format and its ongoing evolution after disruptions in prior years, with organizers stressing community, Western heritage, and agricultural showcases as core themes. [Cite][Cite]
Illustration of what to expect:
- Thursday kickoff concert (Brett Kissel, Cooper Alan) and five days of rodeo events, live country music, and a large midway.
- Family activities include Farm Friendz and Indigenous Village, plus food trucks and entertainment across multiple venues.
If you’d like, I can summarize the official schedule, list the main stage act times, or pull a short weather outlook for Surrey for the festival days. Would you like that? [Cite][Cite]