OUR THEME IN 2025 IS THE MAGIC OF WOOL
We would like to thank our Diamond Sponsor this year, Bengalla Mining Company
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 NOW – don't miss this fabulous event to kick off your festival fun!
Full Listing of Events (Fri night, all day Sat and Sun Tour)
SEE A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL EVENTS - from Friday night through to Sunday.
Sunday - Woolshed Tour
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW – close out the festival in style on this historic tour.
Saturday at the Showgrounds
TAKE A STROLL THE SHOWGROUNDS – vintage car display, bush sheep dog trials, fun for the kids, fireworks and more.
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.
- Over 100 Market Stalls
- Sheep Dog Demonstrations
- Shearing Demonstrations
- Kid's Rides
- Entertainment
- And more ...