Rivers 'n' Roots: A Celebration of Music, Memories, and Community
It’s with a heart full of gratitude and excitement that we announce that Rivers 'n' Roots will not be returning for 2025. While the continuation of our story may be delayed, the incredible memories, performances, and connections we’ve shared over the past year will continue to resonate in every note and everybeat.
The good news? This isn’t the end—it’s just the beginning. The spirit of Rivers 'n' Roots lives on, and we’re already looking ahead to the future by exploring new ways to keep the music flowing, the community strong, and the roots deep.
From the foot-tapping rhythms drifting their way down the Grand River, to the heartfelt tunes heard deep into the roots of our little town of Paris, Rivers 'n' Roots is all about bringing people together in the name of country music. Whether you were dancing in the dust, singing along to your favorite songs, orsharing laughs and stories with new friends, we couldn’t have asked for a moreunforgettable first year!
Thank you to every fan, artist and sponsor who made our inaugural year a true success. Your passion, energy, and love for country music made it something special, and for that, we are eternally grateful. Keep the music alive, keep the memories close, and keep those roots planted. We can’t wait to see where the road takes us next.
Stay tuned for what’s comingand until then we can’t wait to welcome our friends back to the fairgrounds for the 2025 Paris Fair from August 28 to September 1, 2025.
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Join us for the finale of River 'n' Roots Music Festival in Paris. Headlined by Dallas Smith and Russel Dickerson, join us in Ontario's prettiest little town across two days, celebrating agricultural with great music, food and beverages.
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The PAS has a no pet policy. Service dogs are always permitted. You may be asked to show identification.
We will have a drop-off and pick-up lane at our main gate.
There is no fee for the beer garden, but it is 19+ only
Yes, but back from the main stage in a marked area.
Yes, July can be HOT! You can bring an empty water bottle to be filled at our refill station. We will also have water bottles available for purchase.
Children 5 & under are FREE!
We have ample space for parking, and it’s FREE! Come to Paris early and take in the shops and restaurants downtown 🍴
Yes, bags larger than 5x8x2 inches and clear bags larger than 12x12x6 inches are prohibited. Medically necessary bags are exempt.