Attractions
Dinner in the Sky
Guests buckled up for the CNE debut of Dinner in the Sky – an exhilarating feast for the senses that was truly next level.
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MYTHOS
This year, guests had the chance to experience MYTHOS —an immersive anthology telling the stories passes down from different cultures. Developed with authenticity by writers, artists, musicians, and actors with deep connection to these communities and stories
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Crafting Workshops
The CNE offered free hands-on crafting workshops featuring fun, family-friendly crafts, from junk journaling to planter making and more.
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Air Show
The Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) was back for its 76th year! This year, the Air Show featured our beloved Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 Hornet, and the Northern Stars
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Classic Championship Wrestling
Classic Championship Wrestling brought back the action at the 2025 CNE.
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epic – Ice Skating & Acrobatic Show
The Ice-Skating and Acrobatic Show returned to the 2025 CNE with a brand new show!
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Evolution: An Aerial Balloon Show
Centered around a stunning aerial balloon, “Evolution” was a high-flying cirque celebration of the CNE’s enduring legacy.
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Kids’ World
The 2025 CNE Kids’ World returned with amazing new programming, that delighted young visitors with exciting rides, onstage entertainment, and a park full of whimsical creatures.
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Welcome to the CNE Farm
The CNE’s Farm featured interactive exhibits showcasing trends in urban agriculture while at the same time providing an opportunity to meet approximately 100 farmyard animals ranging from piglets to cows, sheep, goats & more! In Kids’ AgVenture, guests could play a farmer for a day, picking apples off a tree, digging for potatoes, milking a cow and collecting eggs from the chickens.
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SuperDogs: Wild Wild Woof
Back by popular demand, SuperDogs returned to the 2025 CNE with a brand new show – Wild Wild Woof! This thrilling spectacle celebrated the spirit of country as talented pups performed jaw-dropping tricks and warm hearts!
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Gaming Garage
The CNE Gaming Garage returned to the 2025 CNE with brand new programming for gamers of all ages! From thrilling stage activations to Japanese Rhythm arcade cabinets, and the return of board games and tabletop gaming, the CNE Gaming Garage was the place to be for all things tech, gaming, and interactive experiences!
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Casino
The Casino returned this year featuring a variety of games including Blackjack, King’s Bounty, Spanish 21, Hold’Em Bonus Poker, Omaha Poker, 3-Card Poker, No Commission Mini Baccarat, Roulette, and a Texas Hold’Em Poker Room!
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Kitchen Stage Confections
The CNE Kitchen Stage whipped up a sweet lineup of events this year! From Cake Decorating Competitions and Chocolate Challenges, guests were whisked away.
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SuperCrawl
From August 22 – 24, the CNE and Hamilton’s Supercrawl came together to showcase a new art piece called: StoryPop!
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Coffee Party presented by Nabob
Guests sipped, snacked, danced and connected at the CNE’s first ever Coffee Party presented by Nabob!
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CNE Drag Brunch EXtravaganza
The inaugural CNE Drag Brunch EXtravaganza came in hot! Five iconic queens brought you the best of the best drag, with a side of eggs, including performances by Tynomi Banks, Lemon, JuiceBoxx, BOA, and Kyne. Hosted by Toronto’s drag legend herself, Devine Darlin’, this was one unforgettable brunch.
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