Grafton Show

15/10/2026

🌾 BECOME PART OF GRAFTON SHOW 2027 🌾
Our sponsors play a vital role in keeping our Show strong, and as we celebrate this special milestone, we want to ensure every business, family and individual supporting us receives the recognition they deserve.
We have sponsorship packages available for all levels, making it easy for everyone to get involved and support this fantastic community event.
Once your sponsorship payment, voucher or product has been received:
✨ You'll be recognised in your preferred section on our website
✨ We'll publish sponsor recognition posts throughout the lead-up to the Show
✨ Your sponsorship will be promoted across our social media channels
✨ Every sponsor will receive multiple mentions on our page
The sooner your sponsorship is received, the longer we can help promote your business, organisation or family name leading up to the Show!
And if there's something extra you'd like included as part of your sponsorship package, please let us know. We want to work with our sponsors and ensure you receive the greatest value from supporting the Show.
📩 Contact the Grafton Show page📞 Or contact Hayley or Louise directly for sponsorship information and packages.
Whether you've supported us for decades or 2027 will be your first year, all sponsors are welcome.
❤️🌾 Here's to celebrating 150 years of community, agriculture, teamwork and the people who keep our Show going. 🌾❤️

17/05/2026

Get ready for a huge night at the Grafton Showgrounds! J&J Rodeo brings you an action-packed evening featuring some of Australia's top riders taking on the best bucking bulls, broncs, and barrel racers in the country. Kick off your night early with pre-show entertainment from 4 PM — live count...

17/05/2026

HERITAGE WEEKEND 🚜
18th - 19th July
Casino Showground

Mark your calendars for a weekend of heritage horsepower, and hands on fun at the annual Heritage Weekend!!!

30/04/2026

The Horse Section was welcomed with an outstanding number of entries for the 2026 Grafton Show. We were thrilled to see a strong Horse Section this year, with over 150 horses on the grounds across all rings, creating a full and vibrant atmosphere. The addition of the Pony Club events proved especially popular and was well supported by our local clubs.

We were fortunate to have the backing of some wonderful sponsors again this year.
A huge thank you to Robins Accountants, our major Ring Sponsor, and to Equine Vet Dental Services for their generous support of the Stock Horse Ring.
We were delighted to welcome Sunshine Sugar back as sponsors of Ring 2 on Saturday for the junior events — the riders certainly enjoyed the treats.
Thank you also to Valley Signs & Printing for their continued support.
And thank you to our other sponsors who generously support the show each year — your ongoing commitment is truly appreciated.

We were privileged to host a strong panel of judges across all rings, including Len and Shae Partridge in Rings 1 and 2, Ellen Light in the Stock Horse ring, Mark Gauci for the Western events, and our last‑minute but much‑appreciated Heavy Horse judge, Heather Light, a long‑standing and respected figure in the ring.

Our sincere thanks go to the helpers from Grafton Pony Club for your assistance throughout the day, and to Bindi Oates, Kerry Simmonds, and Deb Simmonds for your excellent marshalling. We also acknowledge the many ring stewards who kept everything running smoothly, including feeding officials and handling competitor enquiries.

The ring is never complete without the steady support of Alan Watkins and Neil Rhoades, and we extend our thanks to Lachlan and Reny Foster for your help in the office.

Congratulations to all competitors — your sportsmanship and presentation made the Horse Section a standout once again.
Thanks to Cassie Page Photography for capturing these special pictures

29/04/2026

The Grafton Show Showjumping Section absolutely shone this year. From 50 cm through to 1.30 m, riders brought beautiful horses and great sportsmanship to the arena. We were thrilled to welcome the Six Bar under lights back into the program, and it quickly became a crowd favourite with a brilliant atmosphere.

A massive thank you to our hardworking helpers and the Serco team—you made every course change look easy.
We’re so grateful to Judge Ann Mack and Course Builder Peter Mack for their professionalism and well‑designed tracks.

To our stewards and ring crew—Karen Mitchell, Shannon Marsh, Louise Light, Myles Light, Sandy Naylor and Cassie Page—thank you for giving your time and energy.

And a big thank you to Oz Shotz Photos for capturing the weekend so beautifully.

To our loyal sponsors who support this section year after year, we appreciate you more than words can say:
•McGregor Gourlay
•Clarence Earthmoving
• Louise Light Equestrian
• Watters Pastoral
• Horseland Coffs Harbour
• Lees Country Wear
• Heir Affiti
• Hip Pocket Workwear
• Alan Watkins
• David & Bindi Oates
• Valley & Rivers Showjumping
• RapidClean Coffs Harbour
• Coffs Coast Farrier
• Clarence River Jockey Club & Thoroughbred Sport Horse Association
• The Pilates Suite Alstonville
• BNA Buses
• North Coast Stockfeeds

29/04/2026

🌾 The Grafton Show Young Woman of the Land competition was a true family affair this year, with the Hughes sisters taking out both titles.

Congratulations to Chelsea Hughes, crowned Young Woman of the Land, with Ruby‑Jo West named Runner‑Up.

In the junior section, Charlotte Hughes proudly claimed the Junior Young Woman of the Land title, with Millie Lloyd awarded Runner‑Up.

A huge well done to all participants for representing our community with confidence, enthusiasm and pride.

28/04/2026

Hugest thanks and congratulations to all our entrants this year! The exhibits were exceptional. Extra congratulations to Tania Hewitt and Grace Frendo for taking out the Open and Junior highest point scores for the Pavilion! Very well deserved 🏆Can't wait to see what our talented community has in store for next year!

27/04/2026

Our official photographer for the horse section and Anzac service are now online available for purchase
Thanks Oz Shotzfor your photos at this years show

26/04/2026

26/04/2026

Lots of cooking exhibits left at the Pavilion - please head down to the Barn before 1pm!