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.
Canterbury A&P Association
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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:

Thank you for becoming a Show Saviour.
Your donation is whole-heartedly appreciated and we can not wait for you to join us at the 2021 Show.
If you have any queries regarding the donation programme, please contact us as info@theshow.co.nz.
Thank you!