Sammy Spark, Foster & District Agricultural Show
Fancy a trip down to beautiful South Gippsland?
The Foster Show is located in Foster, the gateway to Wilsons Prom. The Foster & District Agricultural Show has been showcasing the region’s agriculture and has been bringing the community together for 115 years. The Foster Show is a true agricultural show, and welcomes people of all ages, ability, talents and backgrounds. We’re proud to offer an event true to what country shows started as – a showcase of the best stock, produce and crafts in the district and the opportunity for locals to catch up with old mates and check out what’s new in farming and their community.
On Saturday 25th February, people will flock to the Foster Showground for the fantastic Foster & District Agricultural Show. Opening the show will be Victoria’s representative for the Australian Rural Ambassador competition, and 2022 Foster Show Rural Ambassador, Alexandra Pattinson. Looking forward to many things on show day, Alexandra has a particular interest in the Young Farmers Challenge, her initiative for the 2022 Foster Show that has carried success to the 2023 Foster Show.
“Last year a team of holiday-makers from Melbourne made competition tough, but young local talent took the trophy. With some never-before-seen challenges, we welcome new contenders and returning teams to defend their title”- Alexandra Pattinson.
The Foster Show is for everyone! Check out everyone’s favourites for a country show, like the woodchop, dog high jump, working dog trial, horse competitions, and all the creativity in the exhibit shed. Unique to the Foster Show includes the very popular sheaf tossing competition, Avenue of Agriculture, sheep exhibition, Leaders in Agriculture, exciting Young Farmers Challenge, Golden Brick Road showbags for kids, Fashions on the Field and the new Giant Pumpkin competition and display.
Planning for show day is easy, with plenty of information available at www.fostershow.com or via our social media. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Kids are FREE in 2023. As parking can get a bit tight, there will be shuttle buses available from Fish Creek & Toora on the day. COVID safety is still a priority, with hand sanitising stations available throughout the showground. Don’t miss the action at the Foster Show, check out the timetable for the day, or the show day map of the grounds. Please note that due to ongoing works on the oval, horse competitions will be held at Bennison Recreation Reserve – 5 O’Sullivans Rd, Bennison.
Spending the day at the Foster Show is simply a great way to show your support of agriculture in Australia and your local community. The people of Foster have loved their show for over 100 years and they’re excited to share it with you!
