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.