THE 2025 Stroud Show is set to bring a whirlwind of family fun to the region from 25-27 April.
This three-day event celebrates country life, showcasing agriculture, horse and split post competitions, and a variety of eccentric contests, along with products and produce from the Stroud Valley and beyond.
This year, Stroud will host the Australian Split Post Championships and introduce an exciting twist with a “State of Origin” competition.
“For the first time, six of the best cutters from Queensland will face off against six from New South Wales in a Saturday night showdown,” organisers told NOTA.
“With 73 confirmed competitors from across the east coast of Australia, attendees can expect thrilling events including speed cutting, open post split, novice post split, teams post split, and the Jack and Jill post split.”
Returning for its seventh year, the crowd-favourite wife carrying contest is guaranteed to deliver laughter and entertainment.
In this hilarious event, husbands, boyfriends, and brothers will race through 80 metres of sand, hay, and paddling pools, with the champion couple walking away with $250 in prize money.
Young and old alike will also be entertained by Lake Mac Zoo and their expert reptile handlers.
“Get up close and personal with ‘Cookie’ the baby salt water croc and blue tongue lizards.
“The most venomous snake in the world, the inland taipan, will make an appearance along with the coastal taipan, eastern brown and the red belly black,” organisers said.
Craft enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Home Brew Competition featuring ten categories, inviting local brewers to showcase their talents, and the Preserve Competition, where artisans will compete to be crowned the best in jams, butters, and pickles.
Young culinary stars can also take part in the Cookery Competition, open to bakers as young as five.
Animal lovers will enjoy the main ring, watching teams of horses compete in show jumping including the six bar challenge, hacking, and equestrian events.
For dog enthusiasts, the high jump event will feature agile canines leaping up to two metres.
Other highlights include a demolition derby, amusement rides, and live music from the Jarrod Taylor Band on Saturday evening, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. For ticket details, visit www.stroudshow.com.au.
