Arva Show

Some of the massive team behind the successful Arva Agricultural Show. Back (from left): Thomas Duffy, former Macra President; Barney Cully, Committee; Maeve Finnegan, PRO; Molly Magee, Committee; Damien Dobson, Assistant Treasurer; Alannah Finnegan, Secretary; Nicole Langan, Committee; Shane Dobson, PRO; Ryan McMahon, Environmental Officer; Denis Finnegan, Steward; Maria Finnegan, Animal Welfare Officer; Eileen Cully, Home Industries Chief Steward; Elaine Cully, Treasurer; and David Doyle, Committee and Hughie Brady, Committee; front, Padraig Brady, Dealer Principal at Bradys of Arva, main sponsors; Breifne O’Brien, Agriland; Ray Brady, Arva Show Chairperson; Hugh Joe Lynch, Steward; John Charlie Smith, Steward; Simon Johnston, Show President, Ann Denning, Committee and Michael Denning, Safety Officer.Photos: Sean McMahon

Arva Agricultural Show ready for another successful year

Arva Show

Published: Tue 23 Jun 2026, 11:35 AM

Preparations are continuing at pace for the 2026 Arva Agricultural Show following the official launch of this year's event, which took place in the Breffni Arms last Saturday night.

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Some of the massive team behind the successful Arva Agricultural Show. Back (from left): Thomas Duffy, former Macra President; Barney Cully, Committee; Maeve Finnegan, PRO; Molly Magee, Committee; Damien Dobson, Assistant Treasurer; Alannah Finnegan, Secretary; Nicole Langan, Committee; Shane Dobson, PRO; Ryan McMahon, Environmental Officer; Denis Finnegan, Steward; Maria Finnegan, Animal Welfare Officer; Eileen Cully, Home Industries Chief Steward; Elaine Cully, Treasurer; and David Doyle, Committee and Hughie Brady, Committee; front, Padraig Brady, Dealer Principal at Bradys of Arva, main sponsors; Breifne O’Brien, Agriland; Ray Brady, Arva Show Chairperson; Hugh Joe Lynch, Steward; John Charlie Smith, Steward; Simon Johnston, Show President, Ann Denning, Committee and Michael Denning, Safety Officer.Photos: Sean McMahon

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Chief sponsors, Brady of Arva, local Volkswagen dealership, hand over a cheque at launch of Arva Show in the Breffni Arms Hotel last Saturday night. The Show takes place on Sunday, July 26. Get your entries in now. From left: Elaine Cully, Show Treasurer; Ray Brady, chairperson of Arva Show, receiving the cheque from Padraig Brady, dealer principal at Bradys of Arva and Alannah Finegan, Show Secretary.

A large attendance gathered for the launch where chairman Raymond Brady acted as master of ceremonies and outlined the extensive work currently underway to ensure another successful show. He reflected on the importance of the event to the local community and acknowledged the dedication of the many volunteers who continue to support the show, year after year.

Guest speakers on the night included Breifne O'Brien of AgriLand and Thomas Duffy from Virginia, a former President of Macra, both of whom highlighted the vital role agricultural shows play in showcasing rural life, farming excellence and community spirit. Main sponsor Padraig Brady of Brady's Arva Volkswagen also addressed those present and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the long-running event. He later presented the sponsorship cheque to chairman Raymond Brady, secretary Alannagh Finnegan and treasurer Elaine Cully.

Tea and refreshments were served as the launch concluded, providing an opportunity for exhibitors, committee members and supporters to meet and discuss plans for the upcoming show.

Now entering its 70th year since being established in 1956, Arva Agricultural Show remains one of the highlights of the summer calendar throughout the region. As well as attracting high-quality exhibits and competitions, the show provides an important social occasion where old acquaintances renew friendships and visitors enjoy a great day out. This year's show takes place on Sunday, July 26, in the Show Field, Arva, by kind permission of Philomena Fyfe.