The Murrumburrah Harden Show is a historic agricultural event held annually in November at the Harden Showground. Known locally as the Harden Community Bank Show, it has been running since 1888 and serves as a major social highlight for the Hilltops region.
Event Highlights:
- Equine Facilities: Covered and uncovered horse yards, a sand dressage arena, and a cross-country course.
- Agricultural Competitions: Includes livestock displays, equestrian events, poultry exhibits, and the Southwest Slopes Stud Merino Breeders Field Day.
- Rural Entertainment: Major attractions feature the Bucking Bull rodeo, wood chopping, and a high-stakes quick shear contest.
- Family Fun: Side-show alley, dachshund races, a pie-eating contest, and children’s entertainment like Fairy La-La.
- Finale: The Saturday night program typically concludes with a grand fireworks display at approximately 8:30 pm.
