Echt Show
Saturday 10 July 2027
Echt Showground, Echt, Aberdeenshire(AB32 6UL)
Echt Show has been held in this Aberdeenshire village since 1853, on a showground beside Echt School on the B9119 between Aberdeen and Tarland. The livestock classes take in Aberdeen Angus and Highland cattle, sheep and goats, with Clydesdales and Highland ponies among the horses. Away from the stock there is Highland dancing, Highland Games and a tug o' war, as well as sheep shearing, horse shoeing, vintage tractors, a heritage tent and a sausage competition. Dogs on leads are welcome. Children have the fairground and their own races, there is live music and a licensed bar, parking is free, and on Saturday night the marquee dance is for over-18s.
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What to expect
Date & times
Saturday 10 July 2027
Getting there
Echt Showground, Echt, Aberdeenshire (AB32 6UL for sat nav)
Dog friendliness
1 🐾 — limited dog access
Accessibility
Available: Accessible parking / blue badge parking. Not confirmed: Wheelchair accessible, Step-free access, Accessible toilets, Accessible viewing areas.
Vendors & traders
Vendor list coming soon
Live schedule
Full timetable available when show goes live
Interactive map
Site map with GPS location available when show goes live
Live announcements
Real-time updates available when show goes live
Dog friendliness
1/5
Dogs are welcome at this show, on a lead, across the outdoor showground.
Dogs allowed in:
- Outdoor areas (on a lead)
Notes
Dogs are welcome at Echt Show but must be kept on a lead. The show has a dog show, with entries taken on the day.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas by law.
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
Not confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The show lists disabled parking, toilets and baby changing among its facilities.
Frequently asked questions
When is Echt Show 2027?
Saturday 10 July 2027. The show is held on the second Saturday of July, and has run since 1853.
Where is Echt Show held?
On the showground at Echt, Aberdeenshire, on the B9119 next to Echt School. For a satnav, use AB32 6UL. The show describes Echt as a small village on the B9119 Aberdeen to Tarland road.
How much does it cost to get in?
At the 2026 show, adults paid £12, children aged 12 to 16 paid £6 and under-12s were free. No concession rates were offered. Tickets are bought at the gate on show day only. The 2027 prices will be on the show's website.
What time do the gates open?
Gates open to the public at 9am. Horse judging began at 8.30am and the other livestock sections at 9am at the 2026 show; the 2027 times will be in the show's schedule.
Is parking free?
Yes, car parking is free.
Can I pay by card?
Yes. Credit and debit cards and Apple Pay are accepted at the show.
Can I bring my dog to Echt Show?
Yes, dogs are welcome at the show but must be kept on a lead.
Is Echt Show accessible for disabled visitors?
The show lists disabled parking among its facilities, along with toilets and baby changing. It does not publish other access details, so please ask the show if you have access needs.
What food and drink is there?
The show lists in-field catering, a food fayre, a catering tent and a licensed bar among its attractions.
What is there to see and do?
The show lists cattle, sheep, goats and horses, stock judging, a dog show, Highland dancing, Highland Games, an education tent, a food fayre, a sausage competition, vintage tractors, craft, a heritage tent, an industrial show, children's races, a licensed bar, live music, sheep shearing, a fairground, schools competitions, a marquee dance, a main ring event, trade stands, horse shoeing and tug o' war.
Who can go to the Saturday night marquee dance?
The Saturday night marquee dance is strictly for over-18s, as the event licence conditions require. Tickets are sold on the door.
How do I enter a class or book a trade stand?
Schedules, entry forms and online entries are on the show's website at echtshow.co.uk, along with application forms and rates for trade stands, craft and food fayre stands. At the 2026 show, livestock entries closed on Wednesday 17 June; the 2027 closing date will be on the website.
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