March-April 2024

We are so excited to celebrate with you at the Waikato Show 2024!

Dates TBC

Come one, come all to the Waikato Show! This is a fun-filled day out for all ages, where you can tap into your creativity, indulge in your hobbies, and spend quality time with your family. Whether you’re a craft enthusiast, a sports pro, or just looking for something new to try, we have something for everyone. There will be activities to inspire your imagination and creativity. Plus, there will be food, music, and games to keep the whole family entertained. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with your community, learn something new and have a great time!

We’re here to have fun and connect the people of the Waikato by experiencing the multiple cultures in our region through arts, entertainment and food.

at the 2023 Waikato Show

Autumn HomeXpo

A fan favourite feature of the Waikato Show. The Autumn HomeXpo is the place to be for your home and living needs!

Inspire

Get inspired by quirky stalls set up in Place of Quirks. An interactive space with Waikato businesses and community groups. Did we mention there will be Easter eggs in here?

Play

Grab your running shoes and get ready to play! Let your competitive streak shine watching roller derby and a powerlifting competition. Airsoft, clubs and more to come!

Live Stage

Enjoy a fun and colourful line-up of performances that’s sure to get you dancing.

Good Bites

We have all sorts of tasty cuisine on offer!  Check out the food vendors below.

Local Markets

A great selection of things to try and buy. Find out who’ll be selling at the Show below.

Lego display

Create

A place for the creatives – come see what Hamilton LEGO Group have built and have a go at building bricks yourself. There will also be a photo display by inspiring Waikato photographers.

If you’d like to enter the photography competition, click below.

mahons amusements

Mahons Amusements

Tons of rides to chose from including Teacups, Sizzler, Bouncy Castles, Carnival Games and more! 

silent disco

Silent Disco

It’s time to dance like no one’s watching (or listening!) Get in on the silent disco happening all 3 days of the Show!

Petting Zoo

Caro’s Crazy Critters

Come meet all the animals from the farm including pigs, sheep, calves, goats, pony rides and much more! 

circle of good

Circle of Good 

A live auction to help support charities in the Waikato – join us in being part of the circle of good and see what’s for auction.

Waikato show carnival

Friday night Carnival

Don’t miss the Waikato Show Carnival on Friday March 31st at Claudelands from 5pm-9pm.  Free entry!! (Autumn HomeXPO and all other indoor features of the Waikato Show are not open during the Carnival)

Register your Food Stall!

Are you wanting to showcase and sell your food at the Waikato Show? Register your interest here. 

Register your Market Stall!

Are you wanting to showcase and sell your food at the Waikato Show? Register your interest here. 

our partners

Thank you to our generous partners for supporting our Show.

Hamilton Central Business Association

lion foundation

The Lion Foundation

Pathos Pixels Creative Studio

Home Xpo

Vidcom

H3 Group

the breeze

The Breeze

Public Sound Company

More FM

More FM

Become a Supporter

If you’d like to become a supporter of the Show, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch!