Other Events

In 1997 the Canterbury A&P Show moved to the 145 hectare Canterbury Agricultural Park, New Zealand's first purpose built Show facility. In 2001 the A&P Association reached agreement with the Christchurch City Council for the purchase of a significant portion of land from the Association. The A&P Association has retained the right to use that land for the annual Show.

The excellent, modern facilities at Canterbury Agricultural Park are also used throughout the year for other events such as the Stud Ram & Ewe Fair, Horse & Pony Breeders Show, National Arab Show and the PGG Standardbred Sale, the National Showjumping Championships, Spring Into Action, numerous horse shows as well as being used as a junior rugby league ground. All events bring more people to the grounds.