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The Showgrounds (Sligo), The Showgrounds
A showground is a places where events occur, including agricultural shows, and associated facilities. In Australia, New Zealand and the United States, showgrounds often house Dirt track racing, dirt track speedways. Showground may refer to: Australia * Adelaide Showgrounds, in South Australia * Ballarat Showgrounds, in Victoria * Beaudesert Showgrounds, in Queensland * Bendigo Showgrounds, in Victoria * Boonah Showgrounds, in Queensland * Claremont Showground, in Perth, Western Australia * Fairfield Showground, in Sydney, New South Wales * Geelong Showgrounds, in Victoria * Kalbar Showgrounds, in Queensland * Kiama Showground, in New South Wales * Newcastle Showgrounds, in New South Wales * Redcliffe Showgrounds, in Queensland * RNA Showgrounds, in Brisbane, Queensland * Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, in Victoria * Royal Hobart Showground, in Tasmania * Sydney Showground (Moore Park), in New South Wales * Sydney Showground (Olympic Park) in New South Wales * Sydney Showground Stadium ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agricultural Show
An agricultural show is a public event exhibiting the equipment, animals, sports and recreation associated with agriculture and animal husbandry. The largest comprise a livestock show (a judged event or display in which selective breeding, breeding stock is exhibited), a trade fair, competitions, and entertainment. The work and practices of farmers, animal fancy, animal fanciers, cowboys, and zoologists may be displayed. The terms ''agricultural show'' and ''livestock show'' are synonymous with the North American terms county fair and state fair. History The first known agricultural show was held by Salford Agricultural Society, Lancashire, in 1768. Events Since the 19th century, agricultural shows have provided local people with an opportunity to celebrate achievements and enjoy a break from day-to-day routine. With a combination of serious competition and light entertainment, annual shows acknowledged and rewarded the hard work and skill of primary producers and provided a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
