Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
The Lougheed Agricultural Fair has evolved over the decades, taking different forms and being known by different names along the way. Through those changes, agriculture, community involvement and volunteerism have remained at its heart.
In this episode of the Flagstaff County Podcast, host Cary Castagna sits down with Lougheed Agricultural Society president John Snethun to explore the history behind the fair, how it has changed over the years and what has kept it going for generations.
John also shares what visitors can look forward to at the 103rd Lougheed Agricultural Fair on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The full day includes a pancake breakfast, parade, livestock shows, family slow pitch, bench exhibits, children’s activities, market vendors, museum activities, a Show ’n Shine, a roast beef supper and much more.
Hear the history behind the fair and learn about the volunteers who continue to bring it to life.
🎙️ Hosted by Cary Castagna, Communications Coordinator for Flagstaff County.
Watch more Flagstaff County Podcast episodes:
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#FlagstaffCountyPodcast #LougheedAgriculturalFair #Lougheed #FlagstaffRegion #Agriculture
The Lougheed Agricultural Fair has evolved over the decades, taking different forms and being known by different names along the way. Through those changes, agriculture, community involvement and volunteerism have remained at its heart.
In this episode of the Flagstaff County Podcast, host Cary Castagna sits down with Lougheed Agricultural Society president John Snethun to explore the history behind the fair, how it has changed over the years and what has kept it going for generations.
John also shares what visitors can look forward to at the 103rd Lougheed Agricultural Fair on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The full day includes a pancake breakfast, parade, livestock shows, family slow pitch, bench exhibits, children’s activities, market vendors, museum activities, a Show ’n Shine, a roast beef supper and much more.
Hear the history behind the fair and learn about the volunteers who continue to bring it to life.
🎙️ Hosted by Cary Castagna, Communications Coordinator for Flagstaff County.
Watch more Flagstaff County Podcast episodes:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa1ovI8UBoIhZF98RmhZ4-KZKpz2_W5l5
Learn more about Flagstaff County:
flagstaff.ca
#FlagstaffCountyPodcast #LougheedAgriculturalFair #Lougheed #FlagstaffRegion #Agriculture
