Circus Orange in Jump Jet Nightly - presented by Celebrate Ontario Air travel will take on dramatic new life this summer as Ontario’s Circus Orange takes flight at the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) nightly in Jump Jet, a stunning outdoor high flying circus extravaganza. The 20 minute pyrotechnic, acrobatic and circus theatre performance, which unfolds in three acts set to original music, makes its Ontario debut at the CNE. Each night of the fair, CNE visitors will be mesmerized by Jump Jet’s spectacular aerial splendour. The exciting production is generously supported by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism's Celebrate Ontario program. More Information: www.circusorange.com

		Ridgeway & Johnson Illusionist & Escape Artist Show Illusionist Kevin Ridgeway and Escape Artist Kristen Johnson make their Ontario debut at the CNE. The couple, who are husband and wife, has been featured on The Discovery and Travel Channels, CBS, NBC and FOX, and has toured extensively throughout the United States and Australia. Kristen is an award winning Escape Artist who is recognized as one of the best in the world. She was the only woman selected for the national TV show: Inside the Houdini Museum and the only female in the world attempting the famous Houdini Water Torture Cell. Kevin is a born entertainer whose unique blend of wit, charisma and magic has won the hearts of audiences on two continents. More Information: Ridgeway & Johnson on YouTube

		Aerialist & Equestrian Show August 15 to 28 From the producers who brought CNE audiences the highly popular Aerial Acrobatic and Ice Skating shows over the past three years, comes a sensational new equestrian production. Set to music complete with a vocalist, this dynamic and entertaining extravaganza will feature daredevil aerialists and magnificent horses, which will be showcased in a wide range of equestrian arts ranging from trick riding stunts to the ballet of dressage. It is sure to be a highlight of the 2008 CNE!

		Canadian Forces Return to the CNE! Fresh from operations around the world, the Canadian Forces return to the CNE with their interactive display for the third consecutive year. Climb into the cockpit of a Snowbird plane.  Explore the world inside a tank.  Discover first hand what our armed forces experience every day working abroad. Plus, send greetings to our troops overseas by sending a personal message on the Canadian Forces banner. Come meet the men and women that make Canada proud, here at home and abroad.

		Canadian International Air Show August 30 & 31 and September 1, 2008 The 60th Annual Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) takes over the CNE skies Labour Day Weekend for another awe-inspiring show. The CIAS has a tradition of being one of the best air shows in North America and the 2008 show is shaping up to be one of the most exciting ever! More Information: Canadian International Air Show

		CNE Daily Parade The CNE is celebrating its 130th anniversary with a daily Mardi Gras themed parade. Every day of the fair at 6:00 p.m., all activity will pause as bands, entertainers, floats and acrobats make their way from the Princes’ Gates through the CNE grounds.   As entertainers and attractions come and go from the fair, it is a new parade every day.

		Hypnotist Mike Mandel Widely regarded as the world’s greatest living hypnotist, Mike Mandel has hypnotized tens of thousands of people throughout Canada, the United States, Britain and Australia. A regular and very popular CNE headliner, Mike Mandel returns to spellbind CNE audiences for another sensational year. With the power of suggestion and his quick wit, Mike guides his volunteers through increasingly ludicrous mental excursions, each displaying a brilliant sense of imagination. Described as “Comedy Meets High Velocity Trance”, the antics of the onstage participants which range from people yelling at tax collectors to howling at the moon – have audiences in stitches. His brand new show is bound to spellbind crowds at this year’s CNE. More Information: mikemandelhypnosis.com

		IAMS SuperDogs Show Three shows daily With wagging tails and winning ways, the ever popular SuperDogs launch a sparkling brand new show at the CNE this year: “Bling it On!!” COME, SIT, STAY and enjoy Canada’s premiere family entertainment. Bling it On is not only crazy cute canine fun but a dazzling Super Spectacle with the world’s most popular dogs: the Iams SuperDogs! From Los Angeles to Washington DC and from Vancouver to Halifax with stops in Mexico, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico, the talented SuperDogs create “pooch mania” wherever they appear. Yes, every dog is special but these dogs are super special! Featuring more than 40 dogs representing 30 different breeds, the SuperDogs are sure “bling on” the applause at The Ex thrilling literally thousands of people each day of the fair. More Information: www.superdogs.com

		The RCMP Musical Ride Friday, August 29 to Monday, September 1 - Two shows daily Back by popular demand, the RCMP Musical Ride gallops into the CNE for two shows daily on the final four days of the fair. Last seen at The EX in 2004, the RCMP Musical Ride presents a breathtaking display of pageantry and horsemanship as 32 horses and riders perform a variety of cavalry drills choreographed to music. The Musical Ride was developed in 1876 (three years before the CNE was established) by early members of the North-West Mounted Police to display their riding ability and entertain the local community. Over the decades, it has evolved into a uniquely Canadian performance enjoyed by tens of thousands of spectators each year. More Information: RCMP Musical Ride

		The Rodeo August 29 to September 1, 2008; Three shows daily RODEO! Canada’s oldest sport returns to Canada’s largest fair this summer as the Canadian National Exhibition features rodeo for the first time in more than 25 years. This spectacular show, presented by Rodeo Management Group, features more than 200 cowboys and cowgirls in Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Jr. Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling, Bareback Riding, Tie Down Roping, Ladies Break Away Roping, Junior Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding and the world’s most dangerous sport: Bull Riding. Grab life by the horns and watch Toronto become the centre of the wild, wild east!

		Ventriloquist Michael Harrison Daily Fresh from seven years and over 1500 performances for Disney Cruise Lines master showman Michael Harrison is making his CNE debut.  This extraordinarily talented ventriloquist, puppeteer and comedian has worked along side the likes of The Muppets and Boyz to Men. This one-man tour de force is sure to have you laughing-out-loud. Fun for the whole family! See Michael on You Tube. More Information: www.funnyguy.ca