Roll up to the 2018 Shepparton Agricultural Show
EVERYBODY loves the time of year when the Shepparton Show comes to town, but this year there’s something a little special taking place, with the show bringing the hilarious entertainment of ferret races to the table for the first time.
On the show’s second day, Saturday, October 13 from 1pm, ferrets will be at the ready for the races, which will run in two categories.
The first race will be the V/Line Fastest Ferret Cup, which is open to anybody with a ferret and carries with a cup and a $300 travel pass on V/Line for the winner. You enter your ferret by calling in at the showgrounds office or find the entry form on the website. There is a $20 entry fee per ferret.
The second is Whiteys Ferret Racing, which is a five race program, with the final race determining the winner.
Show secretary, Julie Winch said, “We were looking at some different ideas, and thought the ferret races would be a good laugh. I had seen them run in England online and I thought how could I make that happen. I found Martin White from Avenel and saw that he had a great set up.
“Spectators will be able to watch the ferrets run through the tubes, and it will be quite entertaining.
“Going by what we’ve seen on our Facebook page people are having a good laugh and we have seen a few people showing some real interest in the races.
“As well as the ferret races we will have all of our regular events and entertainment including Brophy Brothers Circus (free entry), Eddy Freeman chainsaw carver doing chainsaw sculptures, stilt walking and circus skills workshops. We also have Stewart Bryant from Mansfield whip cracking and he will have his performing horse. Animals2U will be running an animal nursery and will also have a blacksmithing display and working dog display.
“There will be the traditional judging of cattle, miniature ponies and horses, miniature goats, miniature Highland cattle, poultry, the cat and dog show, arts and crafts, wood chop, sideshow alley with all the latest rides and showbags.
“For the little ones we also have a hide and seek competition where children can win a bike. With our variety of trade and food stalls, gemstone displays, horticulture displays and a display of vintage cars, tractors and a hay cutter display from Shepparton Motor Museum, we have something for everyone.
“It will be a great day out.”
Early Bird ticket family passes for two adults and three children between five and 15 years are now available at a cost of $35, where the gate price is $45.
The Shepparton Agricultural Show will run on Friday, October 12 and Saturday, October 13 with gates open from 10am to 10pm.
For further information visit the Shepparton Agricultural Society office at the Shepparton Show Grounds (301 High Street), phone 5821 4677, find them on Facebook or visit www.sheppshow.com.au
