THE Luddenham Show Society welcomed crowds back through its gates at the 120th Annual Luddenham Show on 28 February and 1 March 2026. An action-packed line up kept show-goers entertained throughout the weekend with the weather holding out to facilitate a big weekend of family entertainment.
On Saturday morning, it was the junior beef paraders who stole the show with 6yr old Stassi Adams crowned champion in a large field against significantly older competition. LNA Livestock took home the Supreme Beef Exhibit with 9-month-old heifer Daiquiri, who will be competing at the Sydney Royal Easter Show next month. The woodchop arena was buzzing on Sunday with two state titles determined. Major Creek’s Curtis Bennett won the NSW 275mm Combination State Championship whilst Bellbird’s Ashleigh Marsh won the Ladies 300mm underhand state championship. Elsewhere, the reigning National Junior All Round Cowboy Bailey Searle continued his good run of form, winning the bull ride with 78 points in a competition where the bulls dominated the riders.
Pavilion entries were significantly higher than 2025 with almost 1,500 exhibits entered. Judges commended the community of Luddenham for the quality of its exhibits and noted the significant increase in entries from previous years. Crowd participation was also strong with punters enjoying some of the Luddenham Show favourites such as the Strong Arm, Ice Cream Eating and Pumpkin Bowling competitions. Marlie’s Draught Horses delighted punters with scenic horse and coach rides around the Showground’s adjoining paddock. On Sunday, the paddock saw Neil Fabian and Beau narrowly winning the sheep dog trials in a strong field of aspiring “Muster Dogs”.
The Luddenham Show Society would like to thank all of its competitors, exhibitors, judges, stewards and sponsors whose contributions make the show possible. The Show Society would also like to acknowledge the support of local schools, community groups and volunteer organisations for their involvement in the Show. The Show Society is entirely volunteer operated, if you would like to get involved in the show, reach out on Facebook to the Luddenham Show Society, Instagram @Luddenhamshow or email secretary@luddenhamshow.com.au for further information.
