2027 Schedules

Schedules for the 2027 Show will be published here soon.

Celebrating Rural Waikato for over 100 Years

Join us for the Waikato A&P Show at Claudelands Event Centre from 29 – 31 October 2027. It’ll be fun for the whole herd! Experience farm-tastic fun, shop unique treasures, and savour farm-to-fork treats. Don’t miss this historically iconic event!

Family Fun

Farmyard

A Show favourite – the farmyard is filled with all types of animals from the farm and is a great way to meet the animals up close.

For the Whole Family

Entertainment for all ages! Including a live stage, bouncy castles and pony rides.

Public Competitions

Choose to be part of the fun by competing in one of two competitions happening at the Show! Photography or Home Industries! You never know, you could be bringing home the first place ribbon!

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Photo Comp

There are multiple categories to choose from, all of which include a chance to win some prizemoney (and bragging rights.)

Home Industries

The competition for creatives!

Animal Competitions

Watch as contestants compete with their animals in hopes to be this year’s Supreme Champion! There are all sorts of animals to see at the Show, including sheep, livestock, alpaca and much more.

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Livestock Comps

Dairy Cow and Sheep competitions will take place over the Friday and Saturday of the A&P Show with the Beef to follow on Sunday.

Alpaca

The animal you wish you could take home! Competitions start Saturday, you’ll be surprised how many different colour breeds there are.

Equestrian Events

Both Saturday and Sunday will be full of equestrian competitions, including jumping, dress-up and in-hand.

Our Supporters

The Waikato A&P Show truly appreciates the generous support from our funders, partners, and sponsors. Our Show continues to grow year after year because of their kind contributions.
A huge thank you to all of our supporters involved in the Show.