WATCH 2023 Limerick Show comes to Limerick Racecourse this August 27

Richard Lynch, I Love Limerick, Celia Holman-Lee, Holman-Lee Agency, Minister Pippa Hackett and models Sophia Nied and Ceiline O’ Meara pictured above at the launch of the 2023 Limerick Show, Limerick’s largest family & agricultural festival taking place at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday, August 27th. Picture: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick

The 2023 Limerick Show, Limerick’s largest family and agricultural festival, takes place at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday, August 27th

Up to 15,000 visitors, 1,000 competitors and 150 trade exhibitors will descend on Limerick Racecourse to experience a unique event which aims to bring the people of Limerick City and County together. 

President of the Limerick Show, Leo Walsh, is looking forward to welcoming people back to experience the new and improved show for 2023.

 “We’re delighted that Limerick Show is back again this year. Limerick Show has always been about showcasing the very best of Limerick and the surrounding areas and we hope that this year, more than ever, people will come out and support the local farmers, producers and exhibitors that will be on display.”

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Mr. Walsh has also expressed his thanks to local company AMCS who have once again been named as the lead sponsor of this year’s Limerick Show.

 “We’re thrilled to have AMCS on board as our lead sponsors for 2023. Having a connection with a strong Limerick-based company was important for us and AMCS is a great example of a Limerick success story. Limerick Show has been a huge part of the Limerick social calendar since the first show took place in 1929. This tradition lives on today and we’re delighted that AMCS is supporting us and helping keep the tradition alive.

Back again this year is the Careers Village. Whether you are looking to kick start your career or well experienced and seeking a new challenge, the Careers Village at the Limerick Show enables you to introduce yourself and chat with some of the biggest employers in the world, who are located here in Limerick.

Another feature to our Show this year is The Sustainability an AgTech Hub a health and wellbeing marquee by the HSE and also the LCETB marquee. As the world becomes more aware of the global sustainability challenge, agricultural and sustainability technology is playing a key role in creating a more sustainable environment and food production system. As well as a more sustainable business for farmers by creating new efficiencies and opportunities. At the Limerick Show we believe it is the perfect time to showcase all there is to offer in this vastly growing industry at Limerick’s largest agricultural festival.

Some of the finest livestock in the country of all breeds will be on show.

Limerick Show is renowned for showcasing the best of Irish horse breeding. This year is no exception, as one of the special features is a Festival of Irish Breeding presented by the Traditional Irish Horse Association. This incorporates the famous Limerick Lady and Matron Championships. The TIHA Hunter Equitation class makes a return this year. This is aimed at encouraging a higher standard of production of traditionally-bred horses aged five and upwards.

In addition to the diverse agricultural programme, there are lots of new family-friendly additions to the show- absolutely free! The infamous Kids Zone which is sponsored this year by O Sullivans Centra Clarina, Caherconlish and Doon makes it bigger and better with free kids entertainment including kids amusements, magic show, pony rides and an animal farm. If the little ones get tired, they can hop on the kiddie’s train and catch a lift around the show grounds. Children under 16 get free entry to the show so there really is no excuse to leave the kids at home!

The Liam Mac Carthy Cup will be on display on the day, take the opportunity to celebrate Limericks great victory by lifting the cup and capturing a snap.

Enjoy Live Music and dancing at the Limerick Show from 12.30pm by renowned artists:

Shaun O’Dowd, followed by Declan Nerney. The M.C will be Limerick’s Live 95FM presenter, J.P. Dillon.

Celia Holmen Lee is hosting a must-see Fashion Show at 3pm! See the latest fashion trends and styles from local boutiques.

The family Dog Show is always a star attraction on the day starting at 1pm. Visitors can shop to their hearts content at the indoor and outdoor retail village, artisan food stalls, farm machinery and more. Other attractions include Show Jumping, Craft, Art, Photography, Baking classes and Horticulture exhibits. 

Limerick Show are delighted to provide a complimentary bus ride from the city to and from the showgrounds, departing from the Gaelic Grounds at 10:30am/12:30pm, The Parkway Shopping Centre at 11:00am/01:00pm & The Crescent Shopping Centre at 11:30am/01:30pm. The Return Journey will commence from 05:00pm.

The Show will be officially opened at 11.30pm by MEP Sean Kelly.

“Like many others in the country, Limerick Show Society have lost dearly cherished members and our thoughts are with them and their families and friends.”

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Pictures: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick