The Famous Robertson Potato Races

One of the most iconic and entertaining events of the Robertson Show, the Potato Races are a true test of strength, endurance, and community spirit! Competitors race around the Main Arena carrying heavy sacks of potatoes, cheered on by a roaring local crowd.

Entries are limited to 30 competitors per race, so get in early to secure your spot in this legendary event.

Entries: Names and entry fees taken by stewards between 11:00 am and 2:30 pm outside the Show Office.

Junior Girls Potato Race
Age: 12–15 years | Carry: 8 kg | Entry Fee: $4
Prizes: 1st $150 | 2nd $50 | 3rd $25 | 4th $15 | 5th $10
Proudly sponsored by Author R. A. Spratt of book Friday Barnes – Girl Detective

Junior Boys Potato Race
Age: 12–15 years | Carry: 12.5 kg | Entry Fee: $4
Prizes: 1st $150 | 2nd $50 | 3rd $25 | 4th $15 | 5th $10
Proudly sponsored by Maugers Earthworks

The Stan Hunt Memorial Ladies’ Potato Race
Carry: 12.5 kg | Entry Fee: $5
Prizes: 1st $1000 | 2nd $250 | 3rd $150 | 4th $75 | 5th $50 | 6th $25 | 7th–9th $10
Special Prize: $300 to the first Wingecarribee Shire competitor to finish
Proudly sponsored by Abbott Delaney Lawyers

The Australian Championship Potato Race
Carry: 50 kg | Entry Fee: $5
Prizes: 1st $1000 | 2nd $250 | 3rd $150 | 4th $75 | 5th $50 | 6th $25 | 7th–9th $10
Special Prize: $300 to the first Berrima District (Wingecarribee Shire) competitor to finish
Proudly sponsored by the Robertson A&H Show Society


Important:
Entry in any Show Event is at your own risk.
All competitors must sign a Waiver at the Show Office before competing.
Once signed, you’ll receive an armband – no armband, no play!
Events run throughout Saturday, weather permitting, because this is Robertson, and we make no apologies for the climate!