New 2024 program coming soon
Woodchop is back!
The woodchop was a much-loved part of the Kyneton Show tradition and we’re super-excited to say it’s back!
Underhand, standard block, cross cut sawing, chainsaw - you’ll see it all as our talented axemen show off of all the skills required in competitive woodchop.
Don’t miss the chips fly - head down towards the cattle yards on the far side of the oval for demonstrations throughout the day. Keep an eye out for times!
Art, Craft and Produce Pavilion
The Pavilion has been at the heart of the Kyneton Show since the very first competition in 1858 and it's never been bigger with more than 2,000 entries and growing! You'll see everything from the best country baking and champion rose to biggest vegetable and a huge new LEGO challenge; from knitting and needlework to best decorated pet rock; from jams and chutneys to clever craft, amazing art and stunning photography.
The Pavilion will be open during the Friday night carnival as well as all day Show Day. Tempted to try your luck? While Best in Show is an honour, the fun is just being part of a proud country tradition. See the Pavilion page for hundreds of categories to choose from. There really is a category for everyone!
Life on the Land
Have you bought a hobby farm or a weekender - or perhaps you’re dreaming of making your own Farm Change? This is a huge new part of the show spanning the far side of the oval where you can find out more about living on the land, whether you’re new to the land and eager to learn or you’ve made farming your life.
Come and find out more about farming from the experts with tips on how to look after the land, on bee keeping and making your own honey. See the latest in farm machinery - and how agricultural technology has changed over time with our display of historical farming implements alongside the high-tech giants of today. And a reminder to look after you, as well as your land, with free health checks from rural health doctors so you have no excuse to put that important job off!
Rides
Are you game? This is the thrill seeking corner of the show if if you like your rides wild and fast, spinning high.
There's also fun on solid ground if dodgem cars are more your speed plus there are prizes to be won in sideshow alley, show bags, fairy floss and all your fast food favourites.
Treasure Hunt Showbag
This may well be the best value show bag in the state! You start with a treasure hunt map and fill the bag as you explore the show, following all the treasure hunt clues to collect goodies right around the showgrounds!
You’ll discover every part of the show on your treasure hunt and have a bag full of surprises to take home. You’ll even collect a free lunch on the way - and last stop is an icy pole!
Buy our limited edition show bag just inside the front gate but be quick - these sell out fast!
The Farm Workshop
Kids of all ages love getting handy with hammer and screwdriver in The Farm Workshop. It can get a bit noisy but it’s full of concentration and determination - just try to stop Mum and Dad taking over! This is where kids practise their skills…
Make your own wooden toy tractor, branded with the Kyneton Show logo so you can take it home as a FREE souvenir of the show to keep forever!
There’s also a make your own invention table where you can craft your own creation.
Whatever you make you can take it home - for free!
Craft Tent
In the big white marquee on the netball court you’ll find loads of free craft activities to keep the kids entertained for hours! There's even a quiet corner for parents and babies to rest while the kids entertain themselves with free face painting plus easels and paint so they can create their own artwork and craft - all materials supplied FREE.
Kyneton Handweavers and Spinners will be teaching kids to weave with recycled hay band.
Support your community
Show Day is also a chance to show your support for some of the 20 community groups selling home-made treats and crafts to raise funds to keep doing their amazing work.
Come and meet these wonderful volunteers and find out more about what they do to help keep our community strong.