It is located in Central Frontenac Township, which includes other small towns such as Godfrey, Sharbot Lake, Tichborne, and Hartington.
Parham's population is roughly 250, which classifies it as one of the smallest towns in the northern area.
The fair involves 4-H members showing cattle and horses.
There are also riding lawn mower races, livestock exhibitions and a palace with baking, crafts and produce.
On June 7, 2020, a gunman opened fire on his neighbours, after lighting a building on fire which spread to the adjacent historic century-old St. James Anglican church, destroying both buildings.