It is with great sadness, and for the first time since World War II, we announce that the New Zealand Agricultural Show will not go ahead in 2020.

With over 500 volunteers and 2500 individual competitions, the New Zealand Agricultural Show is a symbol of community, history and heritage. This cross-generational event brings together a passionate group of rural exhibitors, innovators and celebrators, helping us bridge the urban rural divide during three days packed with competition, entertainment and fun!

You can find more information on the reasoning behind this decision by watching the following video:

If you would like to support the Association and ensure the return of the Show in 2021, please consider making a donation below. No matter how big or small, your donation could save the Show. You can make a donation through online payment below. If you would like to discuss donating through an alternative method, please contact the Show Secretary, Mel, via mel@theshow.co.nz or phone on 03 343 3033.

You can also make a donation by transfer to the following account. Please ensure to include the reference DONATE.

Canterbury A&P Association
02-0800-0039982-005

Show Saviour Recognition

We are building a memorial for Show Saviours, meaning everyone who has shown support will be forever immortalised on a signage board at the Canterbury Agricultural Park. We are also building a campaign that will highlight the contributions of our Show Saviours to our Association members and the general at the Show. This will include:

• Fence wrapping significant portion of the showgrounds with logos of major donators (5k and over)
• A considerable sign board at the entrance to the Park listing the logos or names of donors (5 year lifespan) Over 5k donations attributed 55% of sign, 1k-5k takes donations attributed 30% of sign, $100-1k donations attributed 10%, under $100 donations attributed 5%
• Five large signs positioned around the 2021 Show thanking Saviours for their Support
•  Mention in a newsletter to our 2500 member showing who has supported us