Oldcastle Agricultural Show 2026
Local New Small Business/ Trade
Calling All New Local Businesses!
Are you a new business based in County Meath or the surrounding counties?
The Oldcastle Agricultural Show—one of Ireland’s largest & most vibrant shows—is back on Sunday, July 19th, and we’d love for you to be part of it!
Held in our beautiful showgrounds at Gilson Park, just a two-minute walk from Oldcastle town, the show attracts over 6,000 visitors each year. With endless attractions & exhibits, it’s a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to a wide & diverse audience.
Our packed schedule includes events & competitions across livestock, equestrian, dog & domestic arts, including all-Ireland Championship finals & qualifiers. It’s a cultural & commercial celebration of rural Ireland. We offer a fun-filled family day out featuring the following:
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A pet farm
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Live music with Jive Dancing Competition
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Vintage & farm machinery displays
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Sheep shearing competitions
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Food, craft, & an array of trade stands
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Free children’s entertainment, including face painting & puppet shows.
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There will also be a visit from Sam & his remarkable Birds of Prey display!
Special Opportunity for New Local Businesses
This year, we’re offering trade stalls plus free admission passes for a nominal fee to eligible new businesses.
To qualify:
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Your business must have been established since Oldcastle Show 2025
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You must be based in County Meath or within 20 km of our showgrounds
If you meet the criteria & would like to take advantage of this great opportunity for small artisans & start-up businesses, please get in touch!
📧 oldcastleagritrade@gmail.com
📞 087 415 2201
🗓️ Deadline: July 15th
We look forward to hearing from you!
Closing Date for Application: 15th July 2026 (Additional €50 Fee for Late Application)
A copy of Public Liability Insurance Cover indemnifying Oldcastle Show
Small (3 m x 3 m).
Local to Oldcastle.
Arts & Crafts, Jewelry, and Home Baking.
A copy of the public liability cover indemnifying Oldcastle Show is required.
(Not suitable for large caterings of food.)