Demolition derby action at a previous Pictou Norh Colchester Exhibition. Photo by File /The NewsArticle contentPICTOU – The Pictou North Colchester Exhibition (PNCE) is a free-entry, rural fair that starts Sept. 3 (Wednesday) at the Hector Arena in Pictou. Organized by a group of volunteers, the exhibition is a community-led agricultural event focused on providing entertainment for people of all ages. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle content“It’s a true agricultural community tradition that brings the community together,” said Justin Shaw, co-manager of the PNCE. “There is plenty of fun for people of all ages, since the whole event is a product of community effort. We’ve been doing this for decades now, with no plans to stop anytime soon.”Article contentArticle contentArticle contentThe PNCE is a long-standing tradition in the area, starting in the mid-1800s and continuing each year thereafter, making it one of the oldest fairs in Nova Scotia. The Pictou Agricultural Society owns the exhibition grounds, located within the bounds of the Town of Pictou between Prince Street and Patterson Street, just north of downtown.Article contentThe schedule of events includes, but is not limited to:Article contentFiddle FestLittle Ms/Mr and Queen PageantsATV drags and barrel racingLawn tractor racingHorse barrel drivingDemolition derbyLive musicTug of warSheep competitions Article contentMany of these events feature local animals, such as sheep and horses. Shaw takes care of the horses at the exhibition which, he says, is one of the most important parts of the exhibition.Article content Participants wait to enter the arena for the Grooming and Conditioning Horse competition at a past Pictou North Colchester Exhibition. Photo by File /The NewsArticle content“They were and still are a major part of our agriculture, pulling weights, and hauling wagons,” he said. “Our horse shows are something that anyone can enjoy, from the youngest children to the oldest seniors.”Article contentArticle contentOne of the most popular events each year is the motorsport shows, where various races and derbies are held using all kinds of different vehicles. Kent Corbett is one of the motorsport organizers at the PNCE, as well as a former participant in the shows. He says they plan to offer something new and exciting each of the four days of the exhibition. Article content“Our motorized mayhem events feature our famous demolition derby,” said Corbett. “Fans can expect to see some action from all sorts of vehicles: front-wheel drive cars, rear-wheel drive cars, minivans, and even a dozen tractors. We are also proud to announce the new ATV barrel races taking place this year, which are sure to be a sight to behold.”Article contentFurther details on the exhibition can be found on their website and Facebook page.Article content
Popular exhibition gets underway tomorrow in Pictou
