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seasonal · Wednesday 1 July 2026 · Various 
Longford Agricultural Show
At Enybegs · Enybegs, Co. Longford
At Enybegs · Enybegs, Co. Longford
One of the oldest agricultural shows in Ireland, the Longford Agricultural Show has been drawing farming families and town folk alike to Enybegs in Killoe for over 119 years. It falls on the first day of July, admission is free, and the programme runs all day. If you have children, an interest in livestock or working animals, or simply want a good day in the open air, this is the kind of event that earns its reputation.
The show ground at Enybegs covers an impressive spread of livestock classes - cattle, sheep, horses, pigs, goats, and dogs. Cattle classes run across the main pedigree and commercial breeds, including Friesian, Belgian Blue, Charolais, Hereford and Angus, with separate calf championships. Sheep classes cover Suffolk, Texel and Charolais. The horse and pony section runs from showing in-hand through to ridden working hunters.
Showjumping draws reliably large crowds. Well-known trophies like the Longford Arms Cup and the Frank Kilkenny Cup are contested across pony and horse classes, and past years have seen record entries. Alongside the main ring there are craft and trade stands, food vendors, live music and dancing. Children’s entertainment runs throughout the day at no extra charge.
Enybegs is near Killoe village, roughly 8km north of Longford town. The Eircode is N39 WK53. From Longford town, take the N55 north towards Granard and follow show signage on the day. From Dublin, Longford is about 120km on the M4 and N4 - around 90 minutes. Bus Eireann runs the Dublin - Sligo Expressway through Longford town, with local connections from there. Parking is on site in the show fields; wear suitable footwear as grass ground can be soft after rain.
Longford town has a solid main street with cafes and restaurants worth an evening visit, and Lough Ree and the River Shannon are within easy reach for a walk once the crowds thin. There is more to see in Longford and across Co. Longford.
Heading to Enybegs in Longford? Longford has plenty more to see. Read the Longford area guide, find what else is on, and explore the towns and villages nearby.