Over 50,000 people are expected to attend Teagasc’s Farming and Country Life 1916, which takes place this weekend on Friday June 10 and Saturday June 11 in Athenry.

The event is the largest centenary celebration of rural Ireland, according to Teagasc who is expecting visitors and exhibitors from the four corners of Ireland to descend upon the fields of Athenry for this once in a lifetime, free family event.

A 1916 town has been created within the 100ac site at Teagasc, Athenry, complete with life sized replica of the GPO, shops, pub, traditional cottage and farm, and much more.

A full schedule of entertainment on four stages and exciting activities throughout ensures there is something for all ages and interests.

Over 50 musicians, 60 dancers and 50 dramatic performances will bring this 1916 town to life, with visitors invited to try an instrument, join in a dance or share a story.

From livestock and crops in 1916, to vintage machinery and horse carriages of the time, this free event is packed with demonstrations, exhibitions, narrations, drama, dance and music to entertain visitors.

Highlights at Farming and Country Life 1916:

This is a once in a lifetime event where visitors will experience the sights and sounds of 1916.