Limerick’s largest family & agricultural festival takes place at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday, August 23rd

2026 Limerick Show – Limerick’s largest family & agricultural festival takes place at Limerick Racecourse on Sunday August 23rd. Picture: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick

The 2026 Limerick Show will be the 94th show and will host up to 15,000 visitors, 1,000 competitors and 150 trade exhibitors

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.

Up to 15,000 visitors, 1,000 competitors and 150 trade exhibitors will descend on Limerick Racecourse for the 2026 Limerick Show 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  2026 Limerick Show.

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“We’re delighted that the 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.”

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 2026. 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 will be a wedding marquee, also the LEO marquee showcasing local crafts and food produce. 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.

Back by popular demand is the unique Tractor safety Limerick course. Participants learn driving skills, basic maintenance, basic first aid, have a discussion with a member of An Garda Siochana and videos known as survivor stories produced by the HSA. The course aims are simple. To have young people take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others when driving and using farm machinery. Course details from [email protected].

Another great attraction this year will be John Cusack’s Massey ferguson display in die cast

Some of the finest livestock in the country of all breeds will be on show. Back by popular demand is the poultry section and sheep this year. There will also be sheep shearing displays throughout the day.

Limerick Show is renowned for showcasing the best of Irish horse breeding, this year is no exception, New for this year is the T.I.H.A. Colt Championship which is one of the special features of Irish Breeding presented by the Traditional Irish Horse Association. This incorporates the famous Limerick Lady and Matron Championships. These classes are aimed at encouraging the breeding of correct , athletic Traditionally bred horses with good movement and excellent conformation capable of excelling in various disciplines.

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 Centra Limerick, makes it bigger and better with free entertainment including kid’s 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 showgrounds. Children under 16 get free entry to the show so there really is no excuse to leave the kids at home!

Enjoy Live Music and dancing at the Limerick Show from 12.30pm to 2.30pm with Tex Deegan followed by Trudy Lawlor and her band from 2.30 to 4.30pm.

Celia Holman 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 heart’s content at the indoor and outdoor retail village, artisan food stalls, farm machinery and more. Other attractions include Show Jumping, Craft display, 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 11am, The Parkway Shopping Centre at 11:30am & The Crescent Shopping Centre at 12:00am. The Return Journey will commence from 04:30pm.