Ipswich Show 2026

Experience the ultimate family adventure at the Ipswich Show this May 2026. This massive three day event offers families non-stop entertainment, from thrilling circus acts and nightly fireworks to animal nurseries and woodchopping competitions. With carnival rides in Sideshow Alley and plenty of showbags, it is a highlight on the local community calendar

Ipswich Show 2026

The Ipswich Show is back for 3 days of non-stop entertainment, offering fun for the whole family! From the moment the gates open to the final firework display, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Explore the animal precinct and meet adorable young farm animals and native wildlife, or step back in time at the historical precinct with vintage machinery, sheep shearing demos, and freshly cooked damper.

Celebrate local talent in the Exhibition Pavilion with creative displays, and enjoy interactive kids’ shows and stage performances on the Community Stage. Watch as Australia’s toughest axemen and women compete in the Woodchopping Competition, or cheer on your favourite pig in the always-entertaining Pig Racing.

Ashton Circus will bring the magic with thrilling aerial acts and mesmerising ground performances, while the Main Arena heats up with nightly fireworks displays.

Sideshow Alley offers hours of fun with carnival attractions and rides for all ages, plus don’t forget the showbags – there’s one for everyone!

With food trucks, equestrian events, chainsaw racing, Brute Ute displays, cattle competitions, and so much more, the Ipswich Show is the ultimate family adventure.

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