Welcome One and All!

Now in its 142nd year, the Armidale Show is one of Australia's oldest and most important country shows. Whether you come for the fairground rides, the flower displays or the thrill of the competitions, there's something for everyone.

Join the Show Society

Become a Member of he Armidale & New England Show Society and share in the future of your show.
Membership Form
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Meet Armidale's Showgirl

Congratulations to our very own Sophie Wood, who has been chosen as our 2017 Armidale Showgirl.  Sophie studies Marketing and Agribusiness at the UNE. 

Competitions

Visit the Competitors page to download programs and schedules.
There's a wide variety of exhibitions and competitions being judged on both days including horses, sheep, cattle, pets, caged birds, poultry and huge range of traditional crafts and food on show.

Come and watch the shows, play the games, have a thrill on the rides and join in on the competitions.

Visit Participants to see how you can be a part of Armidale's Show scene.
Stables, Yards & Boxes 
If you require stabling, please make sure to contact: Kim Harvey on 0413 019410 as soon as possible
2017 Show Dates

Friday 10th & Saturday 11th March

Gates open at 7am
2017 Show Program
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Timetable of Events
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Entertainment


There's a wide variety of entertainment and attractions planned for the show.
  • F002 Zone Finals (Stud Beef Cattle Paraders)
  • Young Farmers Challenge
  • Woodchop
  • Ute Show (Saturday)
  • Fireworks display
  • Grand Opening (Friday)
  • Demolition Derby (Saturday)
  • Full Bar & Canteen Facilities
  • Huge Horse Event program
  • Six-Bar Showjumping
  • Armidale Pipe Band
  • Antique Machinery 
  • Animal Nursery
  • Reptile Displays
  • Wicks Family Whip Crackers 
  • Sideshows 
  • ​And so much more!

Thank you!

Of course, we couldn't do all of this without the help and support of our dedicated team of volunteers and sponsors, who make it all possible.