The two-day festival suffered a scare when torrential rain and strong winds sent marquees and displays into orbit on the opening night.

Dedicated volunteers worked through the night to ensure Saturday’s festivities could proceed as planned.

Festival co-ordinator Sharyn Rhodes said several marquees were total write offs and some expensive equipment was damaged beyond repair.

Despite the setback, Ms Rhodes said everyone’s spirits remained high and the fifth year of the festival could be considered a success.

“It nearly killed us, but we had such a great time on the Saturday,” she said.

“We must have had about 1000 people coming and going all day.

“There is no doubt in my mind that we’ll be back next year. We just want to thank everybody that came along and made it such a success.”

Between dunkin’ bucket fun, music from Little Phoenix and Blue Violets as well as animals, markets and circus activities, Ms Rhodes said there was plenty to entertain everyone over the two-day period.

Dunk-a-pollie proved to be a popular addition to the list of activities.

Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall lined up with Tenterfield mayor Peter Petty and Glen Severn mayor Colin Price to see who would face the wrath of a myriad of throwers.

Ms Rhodes said, should they be willing, it’s something they would include again in next year’s itinerary.