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Parkes Phoenix

The Parkes Show Must See List

August 11, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

Dog jump

There are some must see events at this year’s Parkes Show to give you your money’s worth. These events include the Parkes Show Fireworks on Tuesday at 7:10pm, the Demolition Derby on Wednesday at 7:30pm, the Showtime FMX Freestyle Motorcycle Stunt Team, various displays, Kidszone free activities and entertainment for the children and many more!

The 2016 Parkes Show Official Opening is at 3:10pm on Tuesday followed by the announcement of the 2016 Parkes Showgirl! Entries for the Junior Showgirl and Master Stockmen events (ages 3-5 and 6-10) will be accepted until 1pm on Tuesday, with the winners announced at 2:10pm, just before the official opening!

Miss Teenager entries close at 12 noon on Tuesday, and the presentation is at 5:30pm in front of the grandstand. The free Mechanical Bull-riding will be running on Tuesday in the Machinery area, and those with the best times will be invited back for the finals on Wednesday in the main ring at 6:00pm. There will be something for every taste
and interest with gymnastic displays, dancers, dog jumping, young farmers challenge.

Buy your three day pass tickets before the show at the Parkes Show Office, Cunninghams IGA or Byrne Clothing. Three days of fun for only $15 adults, $10 Concession and $5 for Schoolies – don’t miss out!

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