Show turns 170!

The young and young at heart are urged to get along to the 170th annual show.

Castlemaine and District Agricultural Society is gearing up to celebrate its annual show on the evening of Friday November 1 and Saturday November 2.


The beloved local institution celebrates its 170th anniversary in 2024 – an incredible feat for the hardworking team behind the annual spectacle.


The Friday evening Carnival Night is always a highlight with all the fun of the fair. The event kicks off with the popular street parade at 6.30pm winding its way to the showgrounds at the Camp Reserve.

Show-goers can then enjoy all the action of the wood chop, sideshows, pavilion displays, rides and food galore. The evening will be capped off with the ever-popular fireworks display at 10pm.


Saturday is Show Day and the fun continues with sheep and fleece competitions, a pet show – bring your favourite pet – wildlife displays, pavilion exhibits, sideshows, showbags face-painting and more.