“It is a great honour to stand as the President of Turriff show this year, and is a role held by many generations on both sides of my family.
"Having never missed a show, I see firsthand, the dedication from our local community to make this prestigious event a vibrant gathering for businesses, farmers, local communities, and visitors from afar. It stands as Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural show, thanks to the commitment, loyalty and community spirit of the people involved who build it year after year," Duncan told That's Food and Drink.
“I'm delighted to have Duncan Farms Ltd as this year's Main Sponsor. I have been part of their team for 24 years, alongside running our family farm.
"I really appreciate the support received over the past few years. Their decision to sponsor this year's show further demonstrates the community support around myself and the show.”
Established in 2011 and based in Aberdeenshire, Duncan Farms is a family-run business producing sustainable, traceable, quality eggs, from their free-range hens.
Now preparing for its 162nd year, Turriff Show will take place on Sunday 2nd and Monday 3rd August 2026 and promises two unforgettable days filled with the opportunity to experience the very best of Scottish agriculture.
Recognised for its celebration of local food, farming and equestrian talent, the event continues to welcome around 24,000 visitors each year.
Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to bring people together from all backgrounds to enjoy its impressive livestock competitions, trade stands and exceptional local food and drink producers.
Show Co-ordinator, Debbie Mackie, serving her first year in the role, shared her excitement with our rewders: “I’m thrilled to be appointed to this role. While my family and I have been involved for many years, I will now be responsible for supporting the Presidential team and the committee and carrying out additional administrative duties in the preparing and running of the Turriff Show.”
“This year we’ve got an exciting headline act joining the main stage of our Marquee Dance. This ever-popular party evening is on Friday 31st July, featuring live music from one of Scotland’s most exciting and sought-after live acts, Scottish singer-songwriter Cammy Barnes who will bring the night to life with his contemporary country and Scottish music. Demand is already high, so we’d recommend booking as soon as you can if you want to come along.
“Monday of the show will host the Blue Texel National Sheep Show in the sheep area which can be located on the map visitors will receive as they enter the grounds, so we are expecting a turnout of top-quality pedigree sheep from across Scotland and the rest of the UK.”
Turriff Show remains renowned for its impressive £88,000 exhibitor prize fund, over 330 trophies, and 1,554 competition classes. These span everything from award-winning cattle, sheep, horses, working dogs, pigeons, and vintage vehicles, as well as home-baking, vegetable growing and floristry, celebrating the full breadth of Scottish agriculture and rural life.
Visitors can take their time wandering through the 300+ exhibitor stands comprising of local businesses, food and drink makers, and talented arts and crafts creators from across Aberdeenshire and beyond.
Ladies’ Day continues to be a highlight of the local social calendar, this year’s “The Show Must Go On” will be being held on Sunday 26th July in the Turriff Show Marquee. Tickets went live earlier this month and sold out within minutes. The day, now in its seventh year, will raise money for Friends of Neuro Ward and the Scottish chairty Air Ambulance.
Debbie concludes: “If you haven’t been to Turriff Show before, make this year the one you try something different at the show; there is so much to explore. Our Facebook and Instagram pages are highlighting 100 reasons to come to Turriff Show, so you’ll be able to see that there’s plenty to do and plan ahead.”
With hundreds of attractions and experiences on offer, Turriff Show 2026 promises something for everyone to enjoy.
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Turriff Show will take place Sunday 2 and Monday 3 August 2026 at the Haughs, Queen’s Road, Turriff, AB53 4EF.
Turriff Show is a registered charity, first established in 1864 and is now the biggest two-day agricultural show in Scotland, attracting around 24,000 visitors annually
Turriff Show offers over £88,000 worth of prize money and have over 1,500 exhibitor classes
In 2026 the show will host the Scottish Blue Texel National Show.
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