No horses, no problem: Sirač stages a wheelbarrow version of the ring-riding contest
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- Sirač’s 2026 Plum and Brandy Days festival opened with a wheelbarrow version of the traditional ring-riding contest.
- Contestants steered construction wheelbarrows while trying to strike the ring, entertaining the assembled crowd.
- The Sept. 4-5 festival also features brandy tastings, plum products, competitions, a horsemen’s procession, majorettes and live music.
Sirač’s Plum and Brandy Days festival began with an unusual twist on the traditional ring-riding contest. Instead of horses and lances, contestants climbed into construction wheelbarrows and tried to hit the ring while demonstrating precision and control.
The improvised competition quickly drew the attention of the crowd, which followed each attempt and enjoyed the spectacle. The festival continues on Sept. 4 and 5 with events focused on local traditions, homemade products, gastronomy and entertainment.
Visitors can expect exhibitions and tastings of brandy, liqueurs and plum products, along with competitions, a horsemen’s procession, majorettes and musical performances. Vigor and Fakini are scheduled to close Saturday evening’s program.
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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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