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The 85 th annual Royal Agricultural Winter Fair presents

Family Pass is best Toronto Entertainment Deal For a Days Outing

TORONTO, The opening of the world's largest combined indoor agricultural, horticulture, canine and equestrian event is happening November 2th to 111th, 2007 at the National Trade Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto. The 85 th annual Royal Agricultural Winter Fair offers urban dwellers an opportunity to experience firsthand what modern country life is all about, and a place for thousands of professionals in the global agricultural community to network, compete, do business, and catch up on the industry's latest advances.

This is an ideal outing for a family where 2 adults and 2 children can get up to 12 hours of entertainment, education and fun for $40.00. and is one of the best priced family venues in Toronto. (some special events are charged separately)

This ultimate showcase of all things country gets sever new additions this year including:

*Alannah Myles Live, November 2 and 3.
*The Canadian Cowgirls Drill Team will perform their elite rodeo-style November 10 & 11.
*There will be live judging and weigh offs of the Giant Vegetable Competition on November 3.
*Vegetable and Fruit Education Centre

Canada loves a rodeo competition ! On November 4th up to fifty of the country's best rodeo competitors will saddle up for "East" versus "West" rodeo challenge. Bull riding, saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding and ladies' barrel racing events round out the show – with prize money.

Journey To Your Good Health exhibit is back, featuring a line-up of professionals who will speak to the subjects of nutrition, health and healthy living. Introduced last year, this popular exhibit will be a must-see for visitors who want to learn how to make healthy food choices a part of their lives. Visitors can take an interactive tour through Canada's Food Guide and also find out about functional foods including probiotics, prebiotics, and enriched foods such as Omega 3 eggs.

The Kubota Cup National Finals, the exciting climax to a show jumping competition spanning seven Canadian cities. Top riders from western Canada will face off against top riders from eastern Canada, 21 in total, giving spectators the thrilling opportunity to see the best in equestrian talent from right across the country. Riders will compete for a cash prize of $70,000 on Nov. 3.

The Iams SuperDogs are back ! Spectators will enjoy watching these high-energy canines with their new show. Stars hurdle high barriers, navigate obstacles and perform countless other antics in this incredible show. The dogs will perform three times daily in the Celebration of the Dog Ring and as part of the Royal Horse Show. Performances are daily, and during some special events.

Returning to the Royal will be some fan favourites including a chance to get up close and personal with live farm animals at the Pizza Pizza Petting Farm and the opportunity to learn about the mix of tradition and technology present on the farm today through interactive presentations at the Royal Education Ring and various other Education Centres.

While cheering for their favourite SuperDog in the Celebration of the Dog Ring guests can enjoy a delicious snack. The endless variety of Canadian produced foods, served up with all the country fixings, is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of palettes. Guests will have the opportunity to see some of the city's top chefs in action on the Celebrity Chef Cooking School Stage in the Royal Vineyard and sample some of Ontario's finest wines in the expanded tasting area.

Highlights of the Royal include:

• The Royal Horse Show – staged in the Ricoh Coliseum opens with an outstanding Opening Weekend! Highlights include: the Canadian Show Jumping Championships, the Kubota Cup National Finals,
• Indoor Cross Country Evening-November 6
• The Royal Horse Show will also feature an elite field of International Show Jumpers, the Final for Dressage, and Carriage Racing Derby, the Marsh Six-Horse Hitch
• The Royal Agricultural Show including the National Holstein Show
• 'EquiMania featuring horse breeding, training, entertaining demonstrations and exhibitors
• The Royal Vineyard
• Innovative education and 23 Education Centres and 10 Agricultural Awareness Centres
• International Business Centre – hosting over 3,500 International Guests.
• Over 350 commercial exhibitors supporting a full compliment of country-living themes including delicious country food, equestrian equipment and apparel, fabulous fashion finds and more!

Show Details:

Where: The Ricoh Coliseum,
The Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto
100 Princes' Boulevard, Toronto

When: Friday, November 2 – Sunday, November 13th 2005 Friday, November 3 & Saturday, November 4 9 am to 9 pm
Sunday, November 4th 9 am to 8 pm
Monday, November 5th to Saturday, November 11, 9 am to 9 pm Sunday, November 13th 9 am to 6 pm

General Admission: GROUP (15 or more) SINGLE
Adult $18.00 $17.00
Senior (60+) $14.00
Student/Youth (5-17) $14.00
Children 4 and under FREE FREE
Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children) --------- $40.00
Family pass (1 adult, 2 children) --------- $37.00
Family Pass additional member --------- $14.00

**Group Ticket Information call Group Sales International 1-866-821-6422 or visit www.groupsales.net

**Discounted hotel rate and tour packages are being offered for out-of-town visitors to the Royal by AgriTours Canada. Call at 1-877-683-5742 or visit www.agritourscanada.com**

Royal Horse Show tickets will be available for purchase starting Tuesday, September 6. For detailed ticket information please visit www.royalfair.org .

Single Seat (adult, senior, child, youth) $36 to $65*

Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children/youth ages 5 to 17) $125 to $145,

*Ticket prices depend on date and seat location. Subscription tickets will also be available.
Royal Horse Show tickets include full admission to all attractions at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

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GENERAL INFORMATION LINE 416-263-3400 OR VISIT www.royalfair.org