Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair returns after 4-year ...
The event is not without controversy as animal activists gathered outside, protesting the treatment of the animals.
globalnews.caHere’s the latest on Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair (as of May 2026).
- The event extended to a five-day format in 2026, running May 14–18 in Surrey, BC, with a Kickoff Concert on the Thursday evening headlined by Brett Kissel and Cooper Alan. This represented a new opening day concept not seen since 2008.[1][2]
- The May long weekend lineup includes a mix of rodeo competitions, live country music on multiple stages, and the largest traveling midway with dozens of rides, plus family attractions such as Farm Friendz and an Indigenous Village.[2]
- The kickoff concert is designed to set the festival mood for the weekend, with added attractions like a drone show and a 19+ late-night venue called Rodeo Reds.[3][2]
- Global BC coverage highlighted the expansion and new attractions, including drone shows and a broader entertainment slate, while emphasizing the community and family-friendly aspects alongside the late-night options.[5]
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