OUR THEME IN 2025 IS THE MAGIC OF WOOL

We would like to thank our Diamond Sponsors this year, Bengalla Mining Company and Upper Hunter Shire Council

June long weekend 2025

What's happening?

From Opening Night on Friday evening to a huge family day on Saturday and on to our closing event on Sunday morning, you won’t be bored!

Friday Night Opening Night

TICKETS AVAILABLE – Opening Night is always a sell-out! Get in early.

Full Weekend Programme

ALL EVENTS - Friday night, Saturday and Sunday.

Sunday - Woolshed Tour

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW – don't miss the historic woolshed tour.

Saturday the Showgrounds

TAKE A STROLL THE SHOWGROUNDS – Plenty to see at the Vintage Car Display and Bush Sheep Dog trials and more fun after 3pm!

Running for over thirty years!

Showcasing life on the land

Every June long weekend Merriwa’s main street comes alive with market stalls, street entertainers, rides, exhibits, competitions and the grand parade – which is headed-up by the famous Running of the Sheep in their red socks. This is a fun-packed family event that is not to be missed.

This is one of the Upper Hunter’s pREmier events, focussing on community, family and the rich agricultural history of the region. From its humble beginnings, the festival now attracts in excess of 7,000 visitors who are treated to traditional country hospitality.

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