Maniototo A&P Show, Ranfurly

This cherished community show brings together the Maniototo district for a full day of rural celebration at Maniototo Park Stadium. Equestrian events feature prominently with horse and pony competitions throughout the day. Young Farmers organize engaging dog trials while sheep and fleece competitions showcase the region's pastoral excellence. The home industries section has been expanding, featuring beautiful patchwork quilts, home baking, preserves, honey, vegetables, and even live bees on display. Art and photography exhibitions celebrate local creativity. Trade sites and machinery displays demonstrate agricultural innovations. What makes this show special is its genuine community feel - generations of Maniototo families have been exhibiting and competing for over 120 years. It's a mid-week tradition where competing against neighbors and friends has always been important, fostering friendly rivalry and community connection in the stunning Central Otago high country.