Where is picton held

The first fair in Prince Edward County took place in Horse races and prize livestock were big draws. For decades, the fair opened with a parade of school children.

Through the hard years of the Depression, the fair had to be cancelled but it has continued ever since as an annual event, and has remained a good, old fashioned country fair and a place for old friends. Picton Fairgrounds Main St. East Hwy 49 Picton Ontario. Curling Club after August 22, Take exit from ON E. Prince Edward County Web Design.

Read More. Full Event Schedule. M Saturday 10am — 10pm Sunday 10am — 5pm. Friday Sept 11th. Fair Office Open — buy advance Midway Passes.

Your time in Picton can be as relaxed or busy as you like. The picturesque sandstone Picton Railway Viaduct over Stonequarry Creek was finished in and as a testament to its sound construction, you can still travel by train from Sydney to Picton. In the heart of Picton you'll find Argyle Street, a quaint strip of cafes and local shops offering a range of charming gifts, treasures, ethically sourced goods, and an array of exotic colourful homewares and clothing.

Adventure seekers should bring their own bike to explore the tranquil countryside. Start at Picton Botanical Gardens , which has a 9km track surrounded by a selection of native Australian plants.

For more outdoor fun, drive or cycle to Thirlmere and visit Thirlmere Lakes National Park where you can go bushwalking and enjoy a picnic amongst the trees. Family fun activities include go-karting, for ages seven and up, at The Ultimate Karting Experience , the popular Sydney Skydivers , and the annual Illuminate Wollondilly — Festival of Art and Light , a creative arts festival similar to Vivid Sydney that sees local buildings lit up as artworks are projected onto their facade.

The rich, country soil around Picton supports various agricultural enterprises, which means local restaurants are able to use delicious seasonal produce. Country hospitality, not to mention a cold beer, is on offer at the Picton Hotel and the George IV Inn , which traces its history back to Or you can travel by train from Sydney.

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