Dundalk District Agricultural Society
The Dundalk District Agricultural Society is a Canadian nonprofit organization (Business Registration Number: 118889302RR0001) responsible for organizing community agricultural events, including the long-running Dundalk Fall Fair. Established over 165 years ago, the society preserves agricultural traditions through educational programs, competitions, and family-oriented activities.

Activities and Events

The society’s flagship event, the Dundalk Fall Fair, features livestock shows, antique tractor exhibitions, demolition derbies, and agricultural competitions. Additional programming includes 4-H invitational shows for youth members, garden tractor races, and cultural exhibitions.

Governance

A volunteer-led executive team oversees operations, including a president, vice presidents, secretaries, and treasurer. Directors manage specialized committees, such as those for livestock shows, tractor pulls, and fundraising. The society emphasizes community collaboration, relying on sponsorships and donations to sustain its events.

Historical Significance

As one of Ontario’s enduring agricultural institutions, the society reflects rural heritage while adapting to contemporary interests. Its annual fair serves as a hub for local farmers, artisans, and families to celebrate agricultural contributions to the region.