Dualla Show 2026 Launch

Dualla Show 2026 got off to a wonderful start with its annual launch event on Tuesday 8th August in Dualla Community Hall.

Tea and scones greeted attendees who gathered to hear details of this year’s show which takes place on Sunday 30th August.

Chairperson Jack Bourke warmly thanked everyone in the room and spoke about the dedication inside and outside the community in bringing Dualla Show to fruition each year.

Brand new to Dualla Show this year is an exhibition of full-contact medieval armoured combat courtesy of the amazing Knights of Munster and sponsored by Campion Insurance! These modern-day warriors do battle in authentic medieval armour using real, blunt steel weapons. An absolutely fantastic family event!

Trudi Lalor, Billy Morrissey and Dee Morrissey entertained the hall with song and dance. They’ll be accompanied by the other stars of country including the legenday Brendan Shine, Mick Flavin, Effie Neill and Colin Kenny – all backed by the incredible Matrimony Band.

Also in attendance were Siobhan Kinane and Shona Fogarty from FBD who are sponsoring the livestock event. This year’s Dualla Livestock Show is set to be the biggest ever with the Munster Aberdeen Angus Finals and the South East Simmental Finals both taking place. We are delighted to have FBD on board again as our main Livestock Sponsor for this year’s show.

Of course one of the biggest attractions each year at Dualla is the tractor pulling. The stalwarts of the Irish Tractor Pulling Committee are returning and are guaranteed to provide a fantastic display of horsepower. As usual the farm classes are open to everyone so if you’ve got a tractor and wish to enter complete our online registration form on the Dualla Show website. Pulling starts at 11.30am and goes all day!

Returning to Dualla Show this year is its Wellness Area. With over a dozen speakers and therapists showcasing the benefits of a balanced lifestyle, this event promises a packed day full of enjoyment and learning! Get ready to relax, recharge and reconnect! 

John Smullen of Moyglass Kennels is back again with another great selection of dog classes including Junior Handler of the Year and Best Puppy of the Year. The winner of the new Junior Handler of the Year trophy will be chosen from the winners of the Best Boy Handler and Best Girl Handler classes (both under 14 years of age). The Best Puppy of the Year class will look for the best puppy from across all the other classes and in particular pay attention to gait, balance and attitude – an almost impossible task given the high quality seen every year.

As usual there will be showjumping, sheep dog trials, vintage, trade stands, food village and a display by Tipperary Emergency Services. And if that wasn’t enough free family entertainment, we also welcome back the superstars of Hard Knox who bring their WWE-style antics to Dualla for some entertaining family-friendly fun that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone’s face.

See you all on Sunday 30th August!

Gates open at 10am!

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