The Australian Wifecarrying Titles

Wife Carrying is very much like it sounds! Men carry their wives (or girlfriends, sisters, cousins or friends!!) through an obstacle course including sand, water and fences. The team with the fastest time wins. It’s that simple!

You don’t need to be married to Enter!

2026 Wife Carrying Schedule

The winning duo of the Australian Wife Carrying Titles at the 2025 Singleton Show will win a chance to represent Australia at the World Wife Carrying Titles in Finland* July 2026! (*Subject to change by the NAA) Prize of $5000.00 to help go towards flights & accommodation to Finland or $3000.00 in travel vouchers if you are unable to go to Finland to compete.

The 2025 Australian Wife Carrying Titles will be held on Saturday September 27th 2025 at approximately 3.30pm* (*time subject to change by N.A.A.) at the Singleton Showground

Criteria which must be met to be eligible to enter:

  • At least one member of your team to be an Australian Citizen

  • Both Team Members must be 18 years and over

  • The person being carried race weight is to be 49kg or over

  • If your carrying weight is less than 49kg you must bring your own weights to bring your carrying weight up to the 49kg mark.

  • Be the fastest time including penalties

  • Teams must consist of a male and female

  • Wifecarrying Entry Form will be emailed once you have entered online

  • Online Entries via Showday Online - Go to the Competitions menu above then select "Online Entries".
  • Entries Close: Sunday 20th September 2026