Two full days of Activities, Displays and Demonstrations. You’ll be amazed by the gentle giants such as Clydesdales, Percherons, Shires, Australian Draught Horses and Belgians.
This year sees 120 magnificent horses displaying their versatility in Breed Led Classes, Working horses and Ridden events including hack, dressage and barrel races.
An added attraction this year will be rare breeds including Highland Cattle and Miniature goats.
The Heritage displays always draw the crowds with demonstrations of Blacksmithing and Wheelwrights rebuilding wagon wheels – seeing how it was done in the “old days”.
Visitors can explore the marketplace checking out the wares while indulging in some delicious food and refreshments.
Gates will open from 8am to 5pm Saturday and 8am to 4pm Sunday at the picturesque Allora Showgrounds.
Entry to the Festival is available at the gate with single day $15 pp and weekend pass $25 pp.
Kids under 15 years are free if accompanied by an adult.
Or, you can pre-purchase tickets online at www.darlingdownsheavy horsefestival.com.au
This article appeared in the Allora Advertiser, 15 March 2023.
