Thank you for a great CNE season! We hope to see you next year!

Exhibits

A Trip through 103: Therapy for the Soul

This year, the Enercare Centre’s Salon 103 will be transformed into an immersive spatial art experience that tickles your visual, audio, and imaginational sensors. Voitek Pendrak is an artist, photographer and cinematographer and his creation features a combination of generative art projections, courtesy of Scott Draves and the Electric Sheep, mixed with original music including […]

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Canadian Armed Forces Interactive Area

The Canadian Armed Forces returns to the CNE once again with an interactive area that gives you an all-access pass to military vehicles and life as a troop. Patrons can climb aboard military vehicles and discover what our troops experience every day in this interactive exhibit. Times: 10am to 10pm Location: Outside of the Food […]

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CNE Association Membership Exhibit

The CNE Association Membership Exhibit Space provides interested CNEA Members an opportunity to showcase their organization to the visitors of the fair. Learn about what these organizations are all about, what they offer and how they support their stakeholders or the public. The exhibit booth is located in the north end of the Enercare Centre, […]

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Doorways

Doorways to the Past

Using the technology of today to explore the CNE experience of the past, the Doorways to the Past project takes us on a CNE journey back in time. Four self-contained installations are situated throughout the CNE Grounds, with two different experiences featured on either side. Guests are invited to download the AVARA app, hold their […]

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Doors. Through the Horror of War

The “Doors” art installation created by Ruslan Kurt, tells the stories of millions of Ukrainians who were forced to cross the threshold of their homes to escape the war. The “Doors” symbolize the parallel between people and inanimate objects because like people, the doors have their own stories. Visit the Rose Garden from August 18th […]

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Echoes of Entertainment

Immerse yourself in a captivating visual narrative, where the past is rekindled through a breathtaking display of the CNE’s legendary concerts, accompanied by an exquisite symphony of melodies. Drawing from a curated selection of photographs sourced from the rich CNE Archives, as well as an exclusive assortment from renowned Toronto artist, Lou D, this exhibit […]

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Goose on the Loose

Based on the great success of our 2019 Raccoons Reimagined project, the CNE returns this summer to pay tribute to another distinctive (an arguably equally annoying) Toronto icon: the Canada Goose! This year, GTA organizations representing persons of various abilities, will “goose up” white fiberglass forms of geese into spectacular works of art. Geese statues […]

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National Geographic Pristine Seas Bringing the Ocean Back

The CNE is proud to host the traveling exhibition National Geographic: Pristine Seas Bringing the Ocean Back at this year’s event. Pristine Seas Photos is organized and travelled by the National Geographic Society. Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back, a photo exhibition curated by the National Geographic Society, will open at the Arts Crafts and […]

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Nook of Gnomes

Nook of Gnomes

A whimsical world of gnomes “meet and greet” CNE visitors as they enter Heritage Court. Legendary spirits known for their small stature and misshapen features, gnomes have been creatures of the earth for centuries. However, at the CNE, the fabled gnomes have grown in stature! Rather than being tiny beings looking up at us, the […]

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The Pink Floyd Exhibition: Their Mortal Remains

The Pink Floyd Exhibition: Their Mortal Remains, is an immersive and interactive journey that tells the story of the bands extraordinary impact on the world of music. This sensory rich experience will allow you to explore the creative genius and personal stories that helped shape the legendary group. Let the music be your guide as […]

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The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Exhibit

Visit the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation’s exhibit at the CNE August 18 to September 4 for interactive experiences focused on the rich history and culture. New to the 2023 exhibit space will feature an authentic Indigenous arts and crafts Artisan Market with limited supply. Time: 10am to 10pm Location: Heritage Court

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Toronto Fire Services

Toronto Fire Services is hosting a fire station open house from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. everyday. There will be many exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. Our event will also include a lithium-ion battery safety display and important messages you should know to keep you and your family safe. 

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The Toronto Public Library

The Toronto Public Library will be at the CNE from August 28 to September 1 with their bookmobile Big Blue, lending books, hosting story times and craft and signing up new members! TPL is the world’s busiest urban public library system, with more than 46 million annual visits to our branches and online. Visit tpl.ca […]

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Selfie Hallway

Selfie Hallway is a fun interactive exhibit which allows guests to experience elements of the fair with a whole new perspective. From large scale aquatic animals, to giant CNE food, neon lights, carnival memorabilia, and historical rides. Visit the Selfie Hallway in the Enercare Centre to take pictures in this exhibit that’s larger than life! […]

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A photo of the Unity Pole outside of the Press Building.

Unity Pole

In early 2017, in celebration of the enormous contribution that Canada’s indigenous people have made to this great land, the CNE commissioned Ojibway artist Kris Nahrgang to create a Unity Pole. Incorporating the traditional medicinal colour palette of indigenous peoples: red, white, black and yellow, embellished with other colours, Kris has created a distinctive 25-foot […]

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