An extra-long weekend of country fun
- 3,000 — Concert tickets available
- $80 — Concert ticket price (until May 13)
- $5 — Thursday fairgrounds admission
- $28 — 2+3 Weekend Pass (before March 31)
Ticket Information
Country Fair Kickoff Concert tickets are available for $80 until May 13, or $90 if purchased on May 14. Concert tickets include general admission to the Country Fair grounds, allowing fans to experience the Country Fair before the show.
For those simply looking to enjoy a little extra Country Fair fun on Thursday night, general admission to the fairgrounds is available for just $5 (plus taxes) for the kickoff night. Thursday access is also included in the new 2+3 Weekend Pass, providing access to all five days of the Country Fair for $28 (plus taxes) when purchased before March 31, 2026.
Concert Details
• Location: Longhorn Saloon (Cloverdale Agriplex on the Cloverdale Fairgrounds) • Concert tickets: $79 (includes general fair admission) • Doors open: 6:00 pm • DJ Jack Daniels keeps the party going between sets • Morgan Klaiber: 6:45 – 7:30 • Cooper Alan: 8:00 – 9:15 • Brett Kissel: 9:45 – 11:00 • Presented by: The Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair, The City of Surrey, and 93.7 JR Country
Pro tip: Arrive early to grab a bite at one of the many food trucks, pick up a beverage, and take in the shows, games, rides, and behind-the-scenes setup at the country fair before the show begins.
Announcing the Cloverdale Country Fair Kick-Off Concert
Big news for country fair and music fans! The highly anticipated May long-weekend celebration at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds is getting even bigger this year. In addition to the traditional four-day celebration from May 15–18, 2026, the Cloverdale Country Fair gates will open a day early on Thursday, May 14, and will reintroduce the Country Fair Kickoff Concert, the first since 2008.
"The return of the Thursday night kickoff concert is a huge moment for Cloverdale," says association president Kathy Sheppard. "Launching the 2026 Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair a day early on May 14 with Brett Kissel and Cooper Alan is another example of how the event continues to grow every year."
The headliners and opener
The Longhorn Saloon
The Longhorn has been a staple at the Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair for over 30 years, and generations of music fans have been in attendance as big names such as George Canyon, Terri Clark, Washboard Union, Marty Stuart, Aaron Pritchett, Johnny Reid, and Gord Bamford have blown the roof off the Cloverdale Agriplex. With a capacity of 3,000 fans, it's big-concert energy with easy access to get up close and personal with your favourite artists.
About The Cloverdale Rodeo and Exhibition Association
Established in February 1888 to promote and encourage agricultural development in the Lower Fraser Valley, the Cloverdale Rodeo and Exhibition Association is the non-profit organization that manages the world-famous Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair held every year on the May long weekend at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey, British Columbia. As one of British Columbia's largest and most anticipated annual events, the Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair delivers thrilling rodeo action, incredible live entertainment, and a beloved Country Fair experience.
Event Location: Cloverdale Fairgrounds 6060 176th Street, Surrey, British Columbia
Email: media@cloverdalerodeo.com
Get Your Country Fair Kickoff Concert Tickets!
Doors open at 6:00 pm on May 14, 2026. Only 3,000 tickets available.