Cooma Show

Cooma Show The official page for the Cooma P&A Association. Our annual show is held the second Saturday in March. Next Show Saturday 14th March 2026.

History

Cooma's first Show is thought to have been held in 1870 or '71, the main centre of the exhibition being held in what is now Cooma Centennial Park. In 1875 the venue was changed to the Police paddock, and this was the first Show run by the P & A Association. In 1885 an area of five acres - originally part of the Common - was granted for the Show Ground (part of this land is now used as the

Railway Goods Yard). A committee was formed to build a pavilion there and work started on the building in '86. But the railway was being extended to Cooma and the Show Ground was required for the railway station. So a new, 12-acre, site was found, and the Cooma Show Ground is still at that site today. The railway arranged for the pavilion to be moved to the new site. The pavilion was the only building of any size in Cooma, and it was used for balls, concerts, skating, socials and so on, until it was destroyed by fire in 1987. The original section of the sheep shed was built in the early 1900s and is still in use. Prior to that time, the pavilion was used to house the sheep. After the fire of 1987 a new Multi Function Centre was built on the site of the old Pavilion.

19/06/2026
👨‍🌾 2027 Cooma Show Theme 👩‍🌾We are excited to share that plans are underway for the 2027 Cooma Show to be held Saturday...
16/06/2026

👨‍🌾 2027 Cooma Show Theme 👩‍🌾

We are excited to share that plans are underway for the 2027 Cooma Show to be held Saturday 13th March 2027 at the Cooma Showground.

The theme for the 2027 Cooma Show will be Faces of the Monaro❗️

We are looking forward to incorporating this theme into all our show sections and seeing all your exhibits.

We know many of you will start preparing your handcraft, needlework, photography and visual art exhibits over the winter period, so we will share these sections schedules over the coming weeks.

See you at the 2027 Cooma Show!!

15/06/2026

🎤🐄 Good luck to our six talented finalists competing in the AgShows NSW School Auctioneers Competition this Saturday at Ganmain & District Sports Club, commencing at 11:00am!

Congratulations to:

🔹 Lucy Godbolt – St Paul's College
🔹 Harry Hiscock – St Paul's College
🔹 Hudson Roberts – The Riverina Anglican School
🔹 Tom Reynolds – Wagga Wagga Christian School
🔹 Indigo Dawson – The Riverina Anglican School
🔹 Isaac Bennetts – The Riverina Anglican School

We are proud to see students from across the Riverina stepping up to showcase their auctioneering skills, confidence and passion for agriculture and rural communities.

A special congratulations to St Paul's College, The Riverina Anglican School and Wagga Wagga Christian School for supporting these outstanding young competitors.

Can't make it to Ganmain? The competition will be livestreamed on the AgShows NSW page from 11:00am, so be sure to tune in and support our future auctioneers.

Best of luck to all competitors – we look forward to seeing you in action! 👏🎤

🖍 Expressions of Interest now open 🖍The Cooma Show Committee are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from local Commun...
11/06/2026

🖍 Expressions of Interest now open 🖍

The Cooma Show Committee are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from local Community Organisations to assist with the 2027 Cooma Show to be held Saturday 13th March 2027.

Roles may include and are not limited to:
🔹️ Gate Management
🔹️ Waste and Recycling Management
🔹️ General Duties

Expressions of Interest are due by Wednesday 12th August 2026 and should be emailed to [email protected]

Youth Organisations are encouraged to apply.

Enquires can be emailed to [email protected] or sent via direct message.

Huge congratulations to Cooma Locals Lilah and Ruby Courtney on Winning Grand Champion Bird at the Royal Canberra Poultr...
09/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Cooma Locals Lilah and Ruby Courtney on Winning Grand Champion Bird at the Royal Canberra Poultry Show.

Its such a wonderful achievement, a testament to their hardwork and love of Poultry.

Congratulations Lilah and Ruby 👏🏼

Congratulations Lilah & Ruby Courtney winners of the Royal Canberra Poultry Show 2026 Bird of Show 🏆
Bunnings Warehouse Australia

🌟 Rising Star Finalist 🌟 Congratulations to our current President Robert Hain who has been announced as a finalist in th...
05/06/2026

🌟 Rising Star Finalist 🌟

Congratulations to our current President Robert Hain who has been announced as a finalist in the AgShows NSW Rising Star Award ⭐️

Recognising Robert's leadership, contribution to the Cooma Show and Agricultural Shows across NSW, innovative ideas and practical leadership.

When asked why he volunteers his time, Robert shared "I do it because I'm giving back to the community".

We are certainly very appreciative for all his hardwork and commitment!

Thank you and Congratulations 👏🏼

⭐🌟 Congratulations to our AgShows NSW Rising Star Award Finalists 🌟⭐

The Rising Star Award recognises emerging and mid-career leaders who are making a meaningful contribution to the Agricultural Show movement.

This award celebrates individuals who demonstrate initiative, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the future of Agricultural Shows through fresh ideas, energy and practical action within their society, community and region.

Congratulations to our 2026 finalists:
👏 Kate Stinson – Picton
👏 Charlie Coddington – Bribbaree
👏 Robert Hain – Cooma
👏 Imogen Clark – Nowra

These outstanding young leaders are helping shape the future of Agricultural Shows across NSW, ensuring our communities, traditions and volunteer spirit continue to thrive for generations to come.

🎉 Be part of the excitement at Celebrating Ag Shows 2026 (CAS26) as we shine a spotlight on these inspiring finalists and reveal the 2026 Rising Star Award winner!

👉 Register now: https://shorturl.at/xl6iv

Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Cooma Pastoral and Agricultural Association will be held on Wednesday 1...
31/05/2026

Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Cooma Pastoral and Agricultural Association will be held on Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 6pm at the Cooma Ex-Services Club.

All welcome, new committee members are encouraged to join.

Send us a message if you would like further information.

🙌🏼 Thank you to our dedicated volunteers 🙌🏼This National Volunteer Week, we are celebrating and thanking our volunteers ...
16/05/2026

🙌🏼 Thank you to our dedicated volunteers 🙌🏼

This National Volunteer Week, we are celebrating and thanking our volunteers who dedicate their time, knowledge, skills and expertise to the Cooma P&A Association and the Cooma Show.

We are very grateful for each of our volunteers and their families, friends and workplaces for everything they do.

Without them we simply could not deliver a great Cooma Show for our community.

The theme for this year's Volunteer Week is Your Year to Volunteer.
So if you are looking to give back to your local community, meet new people and be a part of the Cooma Show, send us a message.

Congratulations to our President Robert Hain on his nomination for the AgShows NSW Rising Star Award.Recognising his lea...
16/05/2026

Congratulations to our President Robert Hain on his nomination for the AgShows NSW Rising Star Award.

Recognising his leadership, dedication and work to Ag Shows across NSW, including the Cooma Show.

Celebrating the next generation of agricultural show leaders ⭐🌾

AgShows NSW is proud to congratulate the nominees for the 2026 Rising Star Award.

This award recognises emerging and mid-career leaders who are making a meaningful contribution to the agricultural show movement through initiative, leadership, fresh ideas and practical action within their show societies, communities and regions.

These individuals represent the future of our agricultural shows, bringing energy, passion and innovation to ensure our shows continue to grow and thrive for generations to come.

Congratulations to our nominees:

• Emelia Stokehill – Boorowa
• Imogen Clarke – Nowra
• Arabela Whitby – Leeton
• Kate Stinson – Picton
• Emma Adams – Cessnock
• Charlie Coddington – Bribbaree
• Katy Armson-Graham – Castle Hill
• Robert Hain – Cooma
• Katherine Wong – Luddenham
• Heather Walker – Grenfell

Thank you for your dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to strengthening the agricultural show movement across New South Wales. We look forward to seeing the impact you continue to make in the years ahead 👏

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10 Boundary Street
Cooma, NSW
2630

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+61498105537

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