As well as people the banks were lined with stalls and displays and Mr Whippy was popular in the warm weather.
The grand parade opened the show with a display of vehicles and horses, as well as the traditional pipe band.
In his speech, Maniototo A&P Association president Johnny Girvan spoke of the warm weather and packed banks.
"You wouldn’t get better than this," Mr Girvan said.
He thanked the committee for organising the event, and announced he would be standing down as president as he was due to finish his two-year term.
Central Otago District Mayor Tamah Alley then officially opened the event.
After the grand parade visitors were treated to some high-speed action.
The chaotic yet cute Jack Russell race was over as fast as it started, with some dogs too busy sniffing about to finish.
After the Jack Russell race, the pet parade took place, where pets of all kinds strutted their stuff.
Maniototo A&P Association secretary Janine Smith said the stunning conditions made for a good day.
This show also broke the record for the most trade exhibits, the supreme exhibit winner being Fire Emergency New Zealand, she said.
By Ella Jenkins
