Tullamore Show: Competition entries exceed 5,000
The Tullamore Show said that it has "surpassed all expectations" with the number of entries so far.
"Entry numbers for all competitions are exploding as are the number of trade stands. With extra space allocated in the trade stand area, there is still a waiting list of eager companies to showcase their business and wares," organisers said.
"Competition entry numbers have way exceeded the 5,000 mark, showcasing the very best in livestock; horses; poultry; farm produce; cakes; art and photography; and crafts and horticulture."
Entries to the Tullamore Show for certain sections will be accepted until August 1, and will also be accepted on show day.
These sections are:
Cookery;
Crafts;
Art and photography;
Horticulture;
Horses;
Dogs;
Fashion.
The closing date for other sections was last Wednesday (July 9), which was an extended closing date due to "high demand" on the show's website.
This year's event takes place on Sunday, August 10, with the organisers saying it "will certainly be the place to be, whether as an exhibitor, trade exhibitor or spectator".
"The 2025 show has all the hallmarks of being the best show yet. All we want now is the weather and the Child of Prague will certainly be out. Work is in full swing to prepare the site and the trade stand area is being marked out already," Tullamore Show said.
The show's chairperson John Keena and secretary Chelsey Cox McDonald are said to be "working tirelessly" with the show's executive committee and volunteers to plan the show.
This year's show will see the return of the Sustainable Livestock Village. This year, there will be a strong emphasis placed on the role of young farmers in delivering sustainable change, with Macra joining the village for the first time to highlight generational renewal and youth-led innovation.
The admission fee for this year's Tullamore Show is €25 at the gate and €20 by online advance purchase, with free admission for children under 12.
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