179: Qualifier: The All-Ireland Domestic Arts Championship - Athenry Agricultural Show 2026
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Qualifier - The Irish Shows Association & Bonniconlon Show Society Present THE ALL- IRELAND DOMESTIC ARTS CHAMPIONSHIP
Sponsored by: Casey’s Londis Balla, Ballina, Castlebar, Limerick & Newbridge
RULES AND CONDITIONS
1. Each exhibit must consist of Three items from the list below:
a) Any piece of handcraft excluding Knitting, Crochet & Embroidery. ( Max size 15” x 15”)
b) Hall Table Arrangement (Not larger than 20” x 20”)
c) Decorated Fruit (1 piece of fruit)
d) 4 plain Chocolate Brownies (size 3”x3” square).
2. In the event of a signed and written objection and following an investigation, and if the exhibitor is deemed to be making their living from their profession, they may be disqualified.
4. Two exhibits to qualify from each qualifying show.
5. This competition will be judged on a points system.
6. Points will be awarded for presentation.
7. The judge’s decision is final for all stages of the competition
8. Exhibits are displayed at owners risk
9. An exhibitor can only qualify one exhibit for the All-Ireland final.
Its important exhibitors check measurements stated under the Rules & Conditions Exhibits to be in place before 11.30am on day of final Prizes: 1st €250 – 2nd €200 – 3rd €130 – 4th €65 – 5th to 25th €30 Entry fee: To qualifying Show €3 - To final €6 FINAL: BONNICONLON SHOW Monday 3rd August 2026
Exhibits must be presented between 10:00 am –12 noon. Judging commences at 1.00pm.
Rule 5 of the Show rules apply
Please note prize money will be paid out on the day of the show after 4.30pm.