More Than 15,000 Visitors and 300 Exhibitors Celebrate Another Successful Murrumbateman Field Days 

Murrumbateman Field Days 2026- Whipcracker Emiliqua East

The Multi Award-winning Murrumbateman Field Days has once again delivered a successful weekend of agriculture, innovation, lifestyle, shopping and family entertainment, welcoming more than 15,000 visitors, hosting over 300 exhibitors businesses, and showcasing the very best of rural and regional Australia across 17 and 18 October. 

The event brought together exhibitors, community groups, sponsors, volunteers and visitors from across the Canberra region, Southern NSW and beyond, reinforcing the Murrumbateman Field Days’ reputation as one of the region’s premier rural events. 

Tom White, Event Manager, said the continued support from exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers and visitors highlights the importance of the event to the region. 

“To welcome more than 15,000 people over the weekend is a fantastic result and reflects the ongoing strength of the Murrumbateman Field Days. The event continues to connect rural and urban communities, support local businesses, and provide a great day out for families while showcasing the best of agriculture and country living.” 

This year’s event featured over 300 exhibitor businesses representing agricultural machinery, livestock, rural services, home and lifestyle products, artisan foods, local businesses and community organisations. Visitors also enjoyed a packed entertainment program including amusement rides, camel and pony rides, racing piglets, livestock displays, the petting zoo, face painting, crazy hair, family activities and free whip-cracking show & lessons. 

The event’s demonstration areas attracted strong crowds throughout the weekend, including livestock presentations, equine displays, working dog demonstrations, educational sessions and a range of interactive experiences that provided entertainment and learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. 

Exhibitors reported valuable customer engagement throughout the event, highlighting the ongoing importance of face-to-face interaction and regional events in connecting businesses with new and existing customers. 

As a not-for-profit, volunteer-run event, the Murrumbateman Field Days delivers benefits well beyond the event weekend. Proceeds are reinvested back into community projects and initiatives, ensuring the positive impact of the event continues long after the gates close. 

“The Field Days would simply not happen without our incredible volunteers, loyal sponsors, dedicated exhibitors and the thousands of people who choose to spend their weekend with us,” said Tom. “We are extremely grateful for the support we receive each year.” 

The Murrumbateman Field Days extends its sincere thanks to: 

More than 15,000 visitors attended over the two days. 

Over 300 exhibitor Businesses showcased their products, services, and expertise. 

Over 990 Volunteers/Community Group Volunteers who contributed their time before, during and after the event. 

22 Sponsors/Product Business Donors/Business Partners who we just couldn’t do without. 

Murrumbateman Field Days 2026 By The Numbers 

15,000+ visitors 

300+ exhibitor businesses 

990+ Volunteers/Community Group Volunteers 

23 demonstrations and attractions 

2 days of agriculture, innovation, lifestyle and family entertainment 

Planning has already commenced for next year’s event, with organisers committed to continuing to enhance the visitor experience while maintaining the strong community spirit that has made the Murrumbateman Field Days a much-loved regional tradition. The next Murrumbateman Field Days will be held on 16 & 17 October 2027, with exhibitors, sponsors and visitors encouraged to save the date. 

Attendees are also encouraged to complete the post-event survey for a chance to win a Firepits R Us Fire Pit, helping organisers continue to improve future events and shape future Field Days.

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