The Saint John Exhibition returns to Exhibition Park for five days of midway rides, free attractions, live entertainment, farm animals, food and classic Ex fun from September 1–5.

This year’s lineup includes Balysto Steelband, Boyle’s Family Farm, Science East, LegoVille, the Domino Man, IFlip, Swampbear Chainsaw Art, Turn ’Em Loose Speedway, Windy Hill Oxen, the Saint John Society of Model Railroaders, poultry and cattle shows, face painting, competitive exhibits and more. Visitors can also explore displays of local art, photography, handcrafts, sewing, baking, flowers and produce.

Admission is free and ride bracelets are available every day. Chow Down Corner will serve a variety of festival food, while the East Coast Amusements midway stays open until 11 PM nightly.

Opening-night fireworks are scheduled for 10 PM on Tuesday, September 1, weather permitting.