Balmoral Show 2023: Over 100,000 people to attend NI's biggest agri event
It gets started on Wednesday, May 10 and ends on Saturday, May 13.
The 154th Balmoral Show gets underway from Wednesday, May 10 to Saturday, May 13 at the Eikon Centre, just outside Lisburn.
Last year, visitor numbers were well over 100,000 with organisers expecting something similar again this year.
Rain is expected for the first day of the event but that won't put off the thousands of visitors that are expected to attend over the next few days.
In terms of what you can expect to find at the show, there are more than 3,000 livestock entries across all classes and a brand new Makers' Market for crafters and traders.
NI Good Food are back again with their marquee and nearly 100 local producers of specialist local food and drink, including local gins and whiskeys.
In the main arena the quad bike stunt team are back, which stunned crowds last year with their dangerous and entertaining tricks on two wheels.
On Saturday evening the army parachute team is back, with a Royal Irish military band also playing over several days.
For the horse lovers, the pony club games, a polo tournament and a lot of the equine classes will also take place in the main arena.
At the weekend we will see the prize winning cattle from the halls coming up to do their lap of honour.
Lisburn and Castlereagh PSNI District Commander Superintendent Kelly Moore said: “We are delighted to see the return of the much-loved Balmoral Show here in Lisburn tomorrow.
“As it is every year, the event is an excellent day out for everyone and I want those attending to enjoy a positive experience.
“Please help us to help you by being patient and by driving and parking responsibly, with consideration given to other road users and pedestrians.
“Please follow the guidance of police officers and parking marshals on the ground, along with the direction of signage in place and only park in the designated locations provided.
“Public safety is of paramount importance to us, so please do not ignore parking restrictions.
“Finally, I hope you enjoy your time at the show and be sure to drop by the Safer Communities marquee to meet our PSNI representatives in attendance.”