Sheep Competition – Judging
Thu 24 Sept: 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM Allow 60 minutes for this experience Livestock PavilionPresented by Reid Stockfeed – See the finest rams, ewes, and lambs compete to be crowned the 2026 Supreme Exhibit for their breed.
Melbourne Royal Sheep Competition
Witness the ultimate showdown of top-tier woolly champions in the Livestock Pavilion! Experience a tradition over 150 years in the making at the Melbourne Royal Sheep Competition or explore the amazing textures of different wool types - a sensory experience for the family.
Celebrating the best of the Australian sheep industry
Witness top-tier competition at the Melbourne Royal Sheep Competition, where up to $30,000 in cash, prizes and trophies are awarded through its highly prestigious categories.
The pinnacle of sheep breeding will be showcased at the All Breeds Sheep Interbreed competition, where the Champion Ram and Ewe titles will be fiercely contested by the best of the best from almost 20 different breeds.
Be sure to look out for the stunning Hampshire Down, this year’s highly anticipated feature breed.
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Hampshire Down Feature Breed Judging
Thu 24 Sept: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Allow 60 minutes for this experience Livestock PavilionExperience the Melbourne Royal Sheep Competition starring the impressive Hampshire Down as the Feature Sheep Breed of 2026.
Sheep Competition – Schools and Youth
Fri 25 Sept: 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM Allow 60 minutes for this experience Livestock PavilionThe next generation takes the spotlight: cheer on students as they step up, showing skill, teamwork and growing talent in the sheep ring.
Sheep Fleece Competition
Daily: 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM Allow 30 minutes for this experience Livestock PavilionSee the best sheep fleece from around the country on display in this blue ribbon competition. The finest fibre will be on show!
Heritage Sheep Experience
Daily: 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM Allow 45 minutes for this experience Livestock PavilionGet up close with a range of heritage sheep breeds, and learn all about their history, origin and differences from expert handlers.