| Over 800 performances, exhibits, attractions and more than 50 thrilling rides,
the Fair at the PNE is definitely the best part of summer. Don't miss legendary
summer concert series, daily Toontastic parade, SuperDogs and spectacular
nighttime finale, Rollin' Thunder. 2901 East Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC V5K 5J1
www.pne.ca
Buy your Fair at the PNE tickets at the following retailers and save!
Fair passes are available at all Lower Mainland 7-Eleven and Safeway locations
and Shoppers Drug Mart province-wide. GST is included in price.
Fair Gate Pass $12.00 Save $3.00!
Fair Ride Pass $36.75 Save $3.00!
Fair Ride Junior Pass $23.75 Save $3.00!
Fair Gate & Ride COMBO Pass* $46.75 Save
$8.00!
Fair Gate & Ride Junior COMBO Pass* $35.75
Save $6.00!
Fair Seniors Gate Pass $5.00 Save $1.00!
(only available at Shopper’s Drug Mart)
* Savings calculated based on buying separate gate and ride passes at
the Fair. Combo passes are only available for purchase at retailers.
Dates
Aug 16, 2008 to Sept 1, 2008
10:00 am to 11:00 pm Daily
RIDES
Are you ready to ride? The 2008 Fair at the PNE will have
over 50 amazing rides and attractions. From the “G” forces of the Inverter to
the disorienting whirlwind motion of the Twin Flip, there is something for every
thrill seeker. The PNE has assembled some of the most talked about rides on the
midway today!
Watch for the great new rides added to the mix at Fair time
GAMES
Playland has a variety of exciting skill-testing games suitable for the entire
family! From the fast and furious pingball style game of Derby Downs to the
popular Water Racer, the Playland midway is pure excitement and fun!
The Electric City Arcade in Playland also has a large variety of equipment for
entertainment including the newest video games like Dance Dance Revolution as
well as some of your old favourites. In addition, you can test your talent with
classic Crane Games filled with toys, stuffed animals, watches and more!
FOOD
Experience the flavours of the world!
The Fair at the PNE celebrates diverse cuisine from countries around the world.
The tantalizing array of international and local cuisine promises to cater to
virtually every taste. With such an extensive food selection, visitors can
choose anything from a light snack to a fine dining experience. Just don’t
forget to save room for our traditional Fair favourites like cotton candy, candy
apples and mini donuts!
AGRICULTURE
The PNE has been a proud supporter of agricultural programs at the Fair for the
past 97 years!
4-H Festival
The PNE is proud to host the annual 4-H Festival at the Fair, which welcomes
over 600 participants to compete and have fun over their five day stay. The PNE 4-H Festival include such shows
as Beef, Horse, Rabbits, Dogs, Dairy, Goats, Llamas, Pigs, Sheep and Clothing.
The participants and their animals fill the barns during these days and is a
great opportunity to experience the excitement of BC's youth in agriculture.
Red Robinson's Talent Showdown
Red Robinson's Talent Showdown is a province-wide talent search. Formerly known
as Star Discovery, the competition has helped discover some of B.C.'s best
talent such as Grammy-nominated singer Michael Bublé.
Hosted by Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame DJ Red Robinson, the competition will
showcase the hottest performers from around the province, all vying for the
$10,000 grand prize.
Will you be the next winner of the $10,000 grand prize?
Summer Night Concert Series
Live Shows Sponsored by Global Television and The Vancouver Sun
SHOW TIME: 7:30pm Nightly
A summer full of music. From the classic sounds of Trooper, to Billy Ray Cyrus,
to Sheena Easton and the youthful energy of Vanessa Hudgens; from the timeless
PNE icon Nearly Neil, to the much loved sounds of Spirit of the West to Air
Supply, just to name a few, the Summer Night Concerts promise to keep you
singing and dancing into the night. With a different show each night, you’ll
want to keep coming back for more. Concert access is included with each Fair
Gate Admission ticket.
Saturday, August 16
Trooper
Sunday, August 17
Billy Ray Cyrus
Monday, August 18
The Bacon Brothers
Featuring Michael Bacon
& Kevin Bacon
Tuesday, August 19
George Canyon
Wednesday, August 20
Sheena Easton
Thursday, August 21
Tower of Power
Friday, August 22
Sass Jordan
Saturday, August 23
Glass Tiger
Sunday, August 24
Vanessa Hudgens
Monday, August 25
Aaron Pritchett
Tuesday, August 26
Air Supply
Wednesday, August 27
Bobby Bruce's Nearly Neil
and The Solitary Band
Thursday, August 28
Suzie McNeil
Friday, August 29
54-40
Saturday, August 30
Chilliwack
Sunday, August 31
An Evening with Elvis
Monday, September 1
Spirit of the West
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