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Welcome To The Royal Ulster Winter Fair

The 40th Royal Ulster Winter Fair in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank will take place on Thursday 10th December 2026 at the Eikon Exhibition Centre, Lisburn.

 

Organised by the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society (RUAS), this superb Show enables farmers, dairy enthusiasts and industry leaders to network, do business and reflect on another busy year in the weeks before Christmas.  

With over 200 trade stands and 5,000 visitors it is a festive highlight for many families. 

To find out more about when trade applications open please click here

2025 winning exhibitors in a cattle shed with their winning cow and Show representatives

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To re-watch last year's festivities from the ring on YouTube please click here.

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Latest News

Champions Crowned for On Farm Challenge

22 January 2026

Champions Crowned for On Farm Challenge

On Tuesday 13th January results from the highly anticipated Royal Ulster Winter Fair On Farm Challenge, in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank, were announced to exhibitors.

Royal Ulster Winter Fair On Farm Challenge Confirmed

18 December 2025

Royal Ulster Winter Fair On Farm Challenge Confirmed

To help overcome the disappointment of not having cattle at the 2025 Royal Ulster Winter Fair, the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank is to hold an On Farm Challenge in January 2026.

Top Tier Trade Excels at 39th Winter Fair

11 December 2025

Top Tier Trade Excels at 39th Winter Fair

On Thursday 11th December 2025, the 39th Royal Ulster Winter Fair in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank, returned to the Eikon Exhibition Centre with a tremendous array of leading dairy trade stands.

Official Statement

08 December 2025

Official Statement

The Royal Ulster Agricultural Society is disappointed to announce that there will be no cattle classes at this year’s Royal Ulster Winter Fair, in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank, taking place on Thursday 11th December 2025. This decision has been taken due to the ongoing risk and uncertainty regarding bluetongue in Northern Ireland.

Photo Gallery

Below are some of the latest images from the Royal Ulster Winter Fair. To view all the photos visit our gallery.

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