3 Days of non-stop entertainment for the whole family to enjoy!

From the moment the gates open till the very last firework explodes there will be loads of fun, animal experiences, exhilarating rides, exhibitions, competitions, showbags, and a HUGE Main Arena program.

Wonder through the animal’s precinct and see gorgeous young farm animals and native wildlife as they go about their day. Explore the historical precinct and see vintage machinery in motion, sheep shearing demonstrations, blacksmithing or try freshly cooked damper.

View creative displays as we showcase the variety of talents in our community in the Exhibition Pavilion, then sit back and enjoy fantastic family-friendly entertainment on the Community Stage with interactive kids shows and stage performances your kids will delight in.

Witness some of Australia’s toughest axemen and women test their skills in the Woodchopping Competition or cheer on your favourite pig as they toddle around the obstacle track at the ever-popular Pig Racing. From daring aerial acts to mesmerising ground performances Ashton Circus will bring the magic of the circus for an unforgettable experience.

The Main Arena will present enthralling entertainment including Friday Night Rodeo, Bluey Live Interactive Experience (Sun), Monster Truck Show (Sat Sun), Airtime FMX, Demo Derby (Sat), Rollover cars (Sat), KW Trick Riding and spectacular nightly Fireworks.

The Ipswich Show is not complete without the atmosphere of sideshow alley, the home of carnival attractions and sideshow games. Sideshow Alley provides hours of entertainment with an abundance of rides to suit all ages and levels of thrill-seeking. And did we say Showbags? There's a one for every age, taste, and budget.

Plus scrumptious food trucks, equestrian events, chainsaw racing, Brute Ute display, Cattle Competitions and so much more.