General adult admission to the Canadian National Exhibition costs $30 for visitors aged 14 to 64 when purchased online or in person during the fair, according to a confirmation provided to Curiocity by a CNE representative. Visitors looking to cut down on costs at Toronto’s annual late-summer fair can utilize several advance purchase discounts, transit perks, and promotional passes ahead of the gates opening at Exhibition Place.
How to Secure Discounted Advance CNE Tickets
Visitors can avoid standard gate pricing by purchasing tickets before the August 20 deadline. According to the Curiocity report, advance tickets are currently available online for $25.11, which includes a $2.99 processing fee and applicable taxes. Prices for these advance passes will increase following the August 20 cutoff, reverting to the standard $30 rate applied at the gate or online during the fair.
PRESTO Cardholder Discounts and Savings
Transit riders holding a PRESTO card have access to exclusive promotional rates through PRESTO Perks. According to the official CNE website, cardholders can save up to 39 percent on Ride All Day tickets and up to 22 percent on regularly priced admission if purchased on or before August 20. Starting August 21, the discount shifts, allowing PRESTO cardholders to save up to 31 percent on Ride All Day passes and up to 12 percent on standard admission rates.
Pro Tip: Link your transit savings early. Make sure to check the official CNE website for details on applying your PRESTO Perks discount before heading to the turnstiles at Exhibition Place.
Free Admission for Children and Accessibility Policies
Families with young children can take advantage of a promotional kid’s pass offer running until August 20 at 11:59 p.m. According to event organizers, school kids aged five to 13 are eligible for a free Kid’s Pass online, granting grounds admission and access to all shows and exhibits on any single day of the fair. For visitors with disabilities, the CNE provides a 50 percent discount on regularly priced admission upon self-declaration at the entry gates, though this specific offer is restricted to in-person purchases only. Additionally, guests requiring assistance can obtain complimentary admission for a support person by presenting an Access 2 Card at the gate.
Evaluating Ride All Day Passes and Concert Access
Thrill-seekers heading to the midway can select between two distinct formats for the Ride All Day pass. The online version of the pass is priced at $85 plus fees and bundles both grounds admission and unlimited midway rides. Alternatively, visitors can purchase a ride-only pass in person for $55 plus fees, which does not include the initial entry ticket. Music fans planning to catch performances at the Bell SOUNDSTAGE at the Bandshell—featuring acts such as Jojo, Lupe Fiasco, and Shaggy—will find that standard CNE admission is already included with their ticket purchase.
Did you know? General admission to the CNE automatically covers entry to major concerts at the Bandshell, meaning advance ticket buyers can see headliners like Shaggy for under $30 total.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does standard CNE admission cost?
General Adult Admission for visitors aged 14 to 64 is $30, including taxes and fees, when purchased online or in person during the event.
When do advance CNE ticket discounts end?
Discounted advance tickets and free child passes are available online until August 20 at 11:59 p.m.
Does the Ride All Day pass include fair admission?
Only the online Ride All Day pass includes both admission and midway rides for $85 plus fees. The $55 in-person pass covers rides only.
Where is the Canadian National Exhibition located?
The CNE takes place at Toronto’s Exhibition Place, situated north of Lake Shore Boulevard West between Strachan and Dufferin Streets.
Plan your trip ahead of the August 20 deadline to lock in your savings. Leave a comment below with your favourite midway snack, or explore our latest Toronto event guides for more weekend ideas.
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