Exhibitor Bookings Now Open!

Exhibitor site sales are now open for the 45th Murrumbateman Field Days. Planning for the award winning event, which is taking place in the Yass Valley over the weekend 19/20 October 2024, is well underway with many new enquiries already been taken.

Tom White, Manager of the Murrumbateman Field Days, is encouraging exhibitors to book up early to take advantage of their early bird prices, which ends on the 30 April. Tom said: “We are looking forward to welcoming back all our existing exhibitors and introducing new exhibitors to the Field Days. Planning for this year’s event is well underway and exhibitors can make their site bookings via our website www.mfdays.com”

The Field Days team are busy planning for the 2024 October Field Days with all the normal great attractions planned and some exciting new ones in the pipeline. Tom said: “we like to have new and exciting attractions every year to give regular visitors something exciting to look forward and this year will be no exception. Good news is that we will have use of the Oval now the works have been completed, and we will be making full use of the new horse arenas and amenities block, so the facilities this year will be top notch! We will have our normal family favourites and we hope to announce our main attractions soon.”

Kylie Cvitanovic, Field Days Exhibitor Manager, is encouraging new exhibitors to come along, saying; “the Murrumbateman Field Days offer an amazing opportunity to get your products and company information in front of over 15,000 people. Many exhibitors collect so many leads during the Field Days that it fills their order books for the year, especially with the growth of building and hobby farming in the area. With our visitors being a mix of regional NSW farmers and Canberra families, we have a wide diverse market for all things farming, construction and lifestyle.”

All exhibitor information can be found on the exhibitor pages of the website or exhibitors can call Kylie on 02 6227 5895 (Wed & Thu) or email admin@mfdays.org if you have any questions.

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The countdown is on as the final line up of events for the weekend is announced! Tom White, Manager of the Field Days, said: “This year, we have an exciting mix of farming equipment and agricultural exhibitors, along with family favourites like the Hawkesbury Working Sheep Dogs and Noah’s Racing Pigs. We have a great mix of old and new technology, with the Yass Antique Machinery Club showcasing their historic farming equipment, and over 300 exhibitors presenting many of the latest Ag Tech products. It’s a fantastic way to explore the past, present, and future of agriculture.”  New for 2024, the Telstra Tech Alley will highlight the impact of technology on rural communities and showcase how cutting-edge innovations are revolutionising farming practices.   The Komatsu Demonstration Area is now bigger and better, featuring hands-on experiences with the latest Intelligent Machine Control and GPS technology. Visitors can even try the excavator simulator and test these advanced machines before making a purchase.  Kids will have a blast in the Hutcheon & Pearce Fun Zone, where they can drive a John Deere pedal tractor, while adults can test their golf skills with the ‘Big Putts Challenge’—a thrilling twist on traditional golf using a compact excavator to putt a giant ball. It’s a great way to entertain the family while checking out the latest farm machinery.  What else is on?  There’s plenty of extra excitement beyond the main attractions. Visitors can enjoy stage entertainment featuring local musicians and dance troupes. For the little ones, Outback Pony Rides and the Kids Farmyard Trail offer fun, hands-on experiences. Witness Brumby demonstrations that showcase these magnificent horses, and younger children can enjoy the Old Kentucky Animal Farm for a hands-on encounter with farmyard animals. There will be agricultural drone displays on the oval, while Durkins Amusements provides a range of rides, including dodgem cars, the Cha Cha, a giant slide, cup and saucer rides, and a jumping castle. Additionally, livestock exhibitors will be showcasing their adorable Babydoll sheep and impressive Galloway cows, making for a well-rounded day of family-friendly activities.  Over 16 community groups will be providing catering and event services across the site, to ensure visitors have a great day out. Last year, the Murrumbateman Field Days—run by the local Murrumbateman Community Association—ploughed nearly $70,000 back into the Yass Valley community, thanks to volunteer support.  Adult day tickets are $25, youth are $12, family day passes are $60, and kids under 10 enter for free. Concession and weekend passes are also available. Tickets can be purchased at mfdays.com/tickets. For more information, visit mfdays.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates. 

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