Ballina Agricultural Show – Sunday, July 9

The Ballina Agricultural Show returns to the Ballina Showgrounds on Sunday, July 9.

It promises to be a bumper day of events and entertainment with something for all the family with huge prize money across all sections.

Attractions and events on the day include the following:

Cattle show
Sheep classes
Poultry classes
Horse and Pony Jumping and Showing classes
Dog show including fancy dress for both dog and owner
Crafts and bakery displays, from vegetables to baking to flower arrangements
Bonny Baby competition
Glamorous Granny and Grandad competition
Vintage displays
Trade and food stands galore

There will also be a children’s corner, with face-painting and surprise guests on the day, music will be provided throughout the day on the stage including a jiving competition, so get your dancing shoes on!

Cooking demonstrations will take place all day in the Homeland Marquee with some of Mayo’s top chefs showing off their culinary prowess.

Grace Kelly, Ballina Agricultural Show’s committee, said: “We always strive to offer a great family day at Ballina Agricultural Show. We really offer something for everyone, whether you are into cooking, floristry arrangements or photography.”

“There are games and entertainment for kids of all ages. We have fantastic prize money in the horse and pony showjumping this year with our headlining Jack Dodd class offering €3,000. The dog show sets off on the green at 12 pm. The cattle, sheep and horse showing will get underway in the morning, and a lovely poultry section will be on display again this year.”

“We are lucky to have such loyal sponsors coming out supporting us every year, as without them, our show would not be possible. And, of course, all the committee members that work tirelessly together to improve the show every year.”

Admission on the day is €10, with children going free.

Enquiries regarding trade stands should be made to 0861578764 or clarke.imelda@gmail.com.

The Committee of the Ballina Agricultural Show would like to thank both their sponsors and volunteers, past and present, without whom the Show could not take place.