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History about the Show
 The Upper Clutha A & P show was first held in Cromwell in 1895. Now set on the beautiful shores of Lake Wanaka, it is arguably one of the most stunning settings in the country for an A & P Show. The Upper Clutha A & P Show is the second largest agricultural and pastoral show in the South Island. It is traditionally held around the second weekend in March and is one of the last shows of the year.
It is one of Wanaka's major annual events and is supported by the whole community and indeed enjoyed by all competitors, spectators and trade exhibitors. Gate entrants have been increasing each year with last year's numbers around the 15,000 over the two days. The show supported over 220 trade exhibitors with a wide and varied range of commodities, this number is continuing to increase annually. The Upper Clutha A & P Show is a great fun day for all the family.
 Important Dates
| 1895 | - | The Upper Clutha Valley Agricultural and Pastoral Show first held at Cromwell
| | 1933 | - | First Show held in Wanaka. Mrs Allison was the Steward.
| | 1934 | - | George Burdon first showed Merinos
| | 1983 | - | Mrs Sybil Hunt, wife of the first President (Mr J S Hunt), opened the 50th Show.
| | Today | - | The Show covers two days (Friday & Saturday) during the second weekend in March. Two fabulous days of horse events, sheep, cattle, alpacas, wool exhibits, home-made crafts & creations. Over 220 trade exhibits, with many side shows! More than 15000 show visitors over the two days!
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- Honorary Life Members of the Upper Clutha A&P Society Inc:
- Mr and Mrs Peter & De Gordon, Mr AS Scaife, Mr WH Gibson, John Lucas
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