All roads lead west to Bedgerabong this Saturday, 16 August, for the best little show in the west.
Organisers are bringing together a great day of family fun, with gate entry free for the under 16s.
There'll be a jumping castle for the little ones, and an animal nursery where they can meet cute and cuddly creatures.
Popular return special guest Dane the Magician will delight show-goers with performances throughout the day.
Duck races, a crowd favourite, also make their way to Bedgerabong for the 2025 Show, and show-goers of all ages can test their skills on the mechanical bull.
In exciting news for the ride-lovers, dodgem cars are coming to this year's show.
HELP MAKE THE SHOW GREAT
Do you know, your entries all contribute to a great show?
The 2025 Bedgerabong Show schedule is available online - with links through their facebook page - or to view at the Forbes Handicraft section.
There are so many sections that there's something every member of the family can enter, from home brew to photography, produce to decorated biscuits. Put the challenge out!
This year's theme is "birds and feathers" and the show society looks forward to seeing everyone's inspired photography, arts and crafts.
Pavilion entry tickets are available at Bedgerabong Public School or Forbes Handicraft Centre.
Entries will be accepted at the showground on Friday or by 8-8.30am Saturday, check the schedule for your category.
Made a fire bucket?
Enter it in this year's show, the entries will be fired up in the afternoon to keep the crowd warm.
Show and Shine at Bedgerabong this year has expanded to include ute, tractor, truck, motorcycle and static engines categories, so bring out your entries.
Or perhaps you'd like to bring your family pet!
Is your dog an escape artist? Perhaps they'd go well in the crowd-pleasing high jump competition at the show.
Bedgerabong is also bringing in a young farmers' challenge this year, so rally your mates for this four-person team event.
PLENTY TO SEE
Bedgerabong is promising to be an outstanding equestrian event, with three rings for hack events and two for showjumping, so there will be plenty to watch in the arena from early in the day.
Showjumping in the Lachlan Valley is set to run across Bedgerabong and Condobolin over six big event days in August.
There's excellent interest in this event as it offers the opportunity for up-and-coming horses to compete over three rounds, Bedgerabong hosting two showjumping rings Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
From the farm Bedgerabong hosts cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry and they'll be before the judges from early in the day.
The region's young judges are urged to register for the Group 10 finals for the Merino Sheep and Meat Sheep young judging competitions.
The official opening and grand parade will be at 2.30pm, and a great day's entertainment will wrap up with the traditionally spectacular fireworks display in the evening.
FROM THE PRESIDENT
PA and H Association president Paul Faulkner says events like the annual show are more than a date on the calendar, they're part of the heartbeat of the village.
"It's a celebration of who we are, where we've come from, and the pride we take in our heritage and rural way of life," he says in his president's message.
"At its heart, our show is about people - people who care for their land, tend their livestock, and give so generously of their time and talents to keep this tradition alive.
"Whether it's the young ones showing in their first event, the seasons farmers sharing their prize rams, and bulls or the neighbours who've baked, stitched, painted or grown something to share, this show is a living, breathing reflection of our connectedness.
"Beyond the show and exhibits, though, lies the true magic of today: the conversations, the shared laughs, the catching up over a cuppa, and the swapping of stories."
He extended a heartfelt thanks to the organisers, volunteers, sponsors, exhibitors and each and every one who contribute in some way to bring the day to life.
ENTRY
Non-members $15
Pensioners $5
Children 0-15 years Free
Membership $10 includes one entry ticket