Get your TASTE EX tickets
FRIDAY, January 9
6PM - 11PM
SINGLE
$35
$40 at the door
Includes:
Admission to Taste Ex™
Taste Glassware
10 Taste Tickets
dOUBLE
$65
Advance Only
Includes:
Admission to Taste Ex™ for two
2 Taste Glassware
20 Taste Tickets
RESERVED TABLE FOR SIX
$300
Sample food & drink tickets
Includes:
Reserved Table for 6
6 Admissions
6 Taste Glassware
60 Taste Tickets
Table bottle of sparkling wine
Chocolate samples
Additional Taste Tickets - $30 for 30 Tickets - See Average Ticket Samples Below
All Tickets Include Fees & Taxes
12PM - 5PM
SATURDAY, January 10
single
$30
$35 at the door
Includes:
Admission to Taste Ex™
Taste Glassware
10 Taste Tickets
DOUBLE
$55
Advance Only
Includes:
Admission to Taste Ex™ for two
2 Taste Glassware
20 Taste Tickets
reserved TABLE FOR SIX
$270
Advance Only - 10 Available
Includes:
Reserved Table for 6
6 Admissions
6 Taste Glassware
60 Taste Tickets
Table bottle of sparkling wine
Chocolate samples
Additional Taste Tickets - $30 for 30 Tickets - See Average Ticket Samples Below
All Tickets Include Fees & Taxes
SATURDAY, January 10
6PM - 11PM
SINGLE
$35
$40 at the door
Includes:
Admission to Taste Ex™
Taste Glassware
10 Taste Tickets
DOUBLE
$65
Advance Only
Includes:
Admission to Taste Ex™ for two
2 Taste Glassware
20 Taste Tickets
reserved TABLE FOR SIX
$300
Advance Only - 10 Available
Includes:
Reserved Table for 6
6 Admissions
6 Taste Glassware
60 Taste Tickets
Table bottle of sparkling wine
Chocolate samples
Additional Taste Tickets - $30 for 30 Tickets - See Average Ticket Samples Below
All Tickets Include Fees & Taxes
Average Taste Ticket Selections
Food Samples - Average 5-10 Taste Tickets
General Drink Samples (Beer, Wine, etc.) - Average 2-8 Taste Tickets
Premium Drink Samples (Spirits, Craft, Aged Wine, etc.) - Average 8-15 Taste Tickets
Western Fair is moving to cashless options for its events. Although cash is accepted at limited locations for this event, we encourage you to use Credit or Debit.
This is a 19+ event, ID must be shown at the door. NO CHILDREN, BABIES OR TODDLERS.
Venue
Western Fair District - J-AAR Expo Centre
845 Florence Street, London, Ontario
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Curated Beverages:
Instead of Taste Ex™ relying on the vendors for our product line up, Taste Ex™ will curate the beverage menu and have one of Canada’s largest bars serving 100's of options.
Rare Finds:
Taste Ex™ will seek out high-quality products (unlisted, in some cases, small batch features, from craft wineries, distillers and brewers across Ontario and Canada), providing a high-quality experience.
More Variety:
Taste Ex™ will be more inclusive with many more non-alcoholic options and a focus on more food with a partnership with LondonLicious.
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Unlike previous shows, we’re including Taste Tickets to get you started with your admission. Plus, your choice of 1 of 3 Taste glasses - Wine, Beer or Snifter.
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Our 2026 show dates are:
January 9-10, 2026
Friday Evening: 6PM–11PM
Saturday Afternoon: 12 NOON–5PM
Saturday Evening: 6PM–11PM
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The show is at the Western Fair District J-AAR Expo Centre located at 845 Florence Street in London, Ontario.
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Admission: (This is a 19+ event)
Please note that all tickets are non-refundable. You must be 19+ to attend this show. No babies, toddlers or children permitted.
January 9:
Single - $35 advanced
$40 at the Door (subject to availability)
Double - $65 advance
Table for Six - $300 (Reserved table for six, 6 Admissions, 6 Taste Glassware, 60 Taste Tickets, Table bottle of sparkling wine, Chocolate samples)
January 10 (afternoon):
Single - $30 advanced
$35 at the Door (subject to availability)
Double - $55 advance
Table for Six - $270 (Reserved table for six, 6 Admissions, 6 Taste Glassware, 60 Taste Tickets, Table bottle of sparkling wine, Chocolate samples)
January 10 (evening):
Single - $35 advanced
$40 at the Door (subject to availability)
Double - $65 advance
Table for Six - $300 (Reserved table for six, 6 Admissions, 6 Taste Glassware, 60 Taste Tickets, Table bottle of sparkling wine, Chocolate samples)
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Tickets will be available at the door through a self-serve kiosk if the event is not sold out. We encourage you to purchase online in advance of the event to ensure you have an entry ticket.
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You can print your ticket or show it on your phone. The QR code will need to be displayed and scanned for entry.
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You can leave and re-enter the show if you get a hand stamp upon exiting the venue. You will not be granted readmission without a hand stamp.
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Unfortunately, you cannot stay for the evening show. We clear the building after the first session and you would need to repurchase tickets for the evening.
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Cash is accepted at a limited number of sample ticket booths. Some vendors will be selling non-alcoholic products to take home and will accept cash. Cash will not be accepted directly by vendors for food or drink samples.
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Coat check will be available by donation in the J-AAR Expo Centre lobby.
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All parking is free. There are a number of parking lots located around the Western Fair District. We recommend arriving early as this is a popular event and parking is busy.
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Please visit our hotel partners here
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The J-AAR Expo Centre is a fully accessible facility.
What is your pet policy?
Pets are not permitted, only certified service animals are allowed entry into one of our shows or events. There is no livestock permitted at this event.
What is a CAP card and how do I get a CAP card application?
You can find all about our CAP (community assistance program) card by clicking here.
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Lost & Found is located in the show office at the North corner of the J-AAR Expo Centre.
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First Aid is provided by Med-on-Site during the show, and is located in the show office.