PORT FAIRY SHOW
First Saturday in November each year
Port Fairy Showgrounds,
Port Fairy - Hamilton Rd.
9.00am-5.00pm
Rides, competitions, prizes, entertainment, food,- family friendly
Fun ! Fun ! Fun ! Almost more fun than you can bear !
The History of the Show
The first show held in Port Fairy was on 24 April 1854 on land on Bank Street. The Villiers and Heytesbury Agricultural Association established in 1853 held the show. This association later split and after several name changes, one part became the Port Fairy Agricultural, Pastoral, and Horticultural Society Incorporated, its current name.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society of Australia Felix, was formed in New South Wales in the area now known as Victoria and held its one and only show in January 1840, in the Melbourne area. In the 1850’s about five agricultural and pastoral societies were established in Victoria.
Admission
Show patron family tickets (2 adults and 3 children) a discounted cost of $20 and must be purchased up to 8 days prior to Show Day.
These tickets are available from Anita Watts 0402 800 456. By post: send cheque and a self-addressed envelope to the
Show Secretary, PO. Box 32, Port Fairy, 3284
Entry by ticket at the gate, on the day: adults $10, children (5 to 15 years) $5, and family $25 (2 adults and 3 children).
Children under 5 years of age - free accompanied by an adult.
Lucky entrance prizes: donated by our sponsors, will be drawn throughout Show Day.
Note: Only official, emergency vehicles and cars with disabled passes, are allowed through the main entrance after 9am on Show day – an OH&S requirement.
SHOW RIDES
From 10-00am to 4-30pm.
Admission by wristband or ride ticket.
Day-pass wristband: Children $25. (Damaged wristbands will not be replaced.)
Individual ride tickets: $5 per ride.
Wristbands and individual ride tickets may be purchased from the Ron Crow Pavilion.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
It is with pleasure that I welcome you to the 2022 Port Fairy Annual Show. After two disappointing years of cancellations we are excited and happy to bring you an event this year which we believe has something for everyone. During the last two years the very committed members of the Committee have kept the grounds in pristine condition. They have also spent many hours upgrading and painting the pavilions to give them a fresh new look. All the time they have given and hard work is very much appreciated. The Show could not go on without our sponsors. I thank you all for your continued support even though you have been through difficult couple of years yourselves.
Finally, a big thank you to the dedicated Committee members, the Stewarts and volunteers who give their time to assist with the preparation leading up to Show Day. Without you the Show would not be the success it is. The Show is a family event and we look forward to seeing everyone enjoying a great day.
Eveline Jackway
President
Presidents PFAP&H Soc Inc
Show Gallery 2022
Show 2022
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Sunday 12 February 2023
The Port Fairy AP&H Society held its Annual General Meeting on Sunday 12th February. All positions that were vacant were dually filled, with congratulations from President Eveline on a productive 2022 and a great Show after 2 years absence due to Covid. Following the meeting, Isabel McLaren was honoured for her long support of the Port Fairy Show, by having the Kitchen in the Frank King Pavilion named after her. Isabel's support of the show began with her parents, who also supported the Show back in the day with them helping whenever needed. Isabel's catering skills have come to the fore, with her organising Sheepdog trials meals and Cycling Club catering on Showday. Her sponge cakes and rock cakes are legendary around the Showgrounds, and the Committee unanimously agreed there couldn't be a more worthy recipient of such an honour.
Well done Isabel!!!!!
Saturday 13 March 2021
Yesterday we held the annual AGM for the Port Fairy AP&H Soc in the new Frank King Pavilion. We welcome Eveline Jackway our new President. Looking forward to putting on the 2021 Port Fairy Show after last year's show was cancelled due to COVID-19.
For anyone interested in joining the committee, our next meeting is on Sunday the 18th of April at 11 am in the Dining room in the Frank King Pavilion.
(In photo: Doug, Michael, Erin, Matt, Ben, Simone, Chris, Isobel, Eveline, Hera, Lachlan, Anita and Alanna behind the camera)
SPONSORS AND DONORS
Ashmont Motor Inn, Oak & Anchor, Anita and Michael Watts, Paul and Lee Solomon, Appaloosas & Australian Spotted Pony Society Inc, Port Fairy Community Bank, Bank Street & Co, Port Fairy IGA plus Liquor, Bubble Frost Jersey, Port Fairy Newsagency, Bunnings, Port Fairy Physiotherapy, Coast to Country Building Approval, Port Fairy Veterinary Clinic, Conlan's Trailers, Rainbow Celebrant, Conlan's Wine Store, Rebecca's Cafe, Evolve Lifestyle, Robertson Real Estate, George Taylors, Salt Hair, Great Coffee Moments, Sinclair and Wilson, Guyetts Funerals, South West Credit Union, Hester Woodrup, Taits Legal, Taylor Bobcat Services, Horseland Warrnambool, James Taylors Building, Jenny & Jeff McLean, The Mill Port Fairy, The Port Fairy Roadhouse, Lemongrass, Vestas Australian Wind Technology P/L, Macarthur Pony Club, Wannon Security Services, Merrijig Inn, Wannon Water, Metal Pro Engineering, Bam Stone, Moyne Shire Council, Port Fairy Electrics, Doug Bruce Family, BIG4 Holiday Park - see more information here
Where to find us.
121 Hamilton - Port Fairy Road, Port Fairy VIC 3284