Roll up, roll up! The 2026 Sydney Royal Easter Show is back from April 2-13 with all the old-time favourites and some new treats. Get ready for woodchopping contests, livestock competitions, showbags galore, roller coaster rides, stunt cars, fresh fruit and vegetable displays, cake decorating comps and fireworks at 8.50pm nightly. Whether it’s your first time or a long-standing family tradition, it’s time to make your way to Sydney Showground.
Did you know that the Easter Show dates back to 1823? Hosted by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), it celebrates the hard work of our NSW farmers and producers and gives us city folk a chance to see farmyard animals and fresh produce up close and personal.
Make sure you line up to see the cutest baby animals, catch those cowboys at the rodeo and marvel at world-class show jumping. There's sheep and alpaca shearing, dog shows, tractor rides and panning for gold, plus more than 400 different breeds in the livestock competitions.
There’s also the carnival area with thrilling rides like the Cliff Hanger, Crazy Cars, Extreme Speed, Rebel Coaster and more. Prefer something more nostalgic? Take a spin on the classic Helter Skelter, dodgem cars or the carousel.
Make time to check out the incredible entries in photography, art, woodworking, pottery, and the most beautifully decorated cakes you’ve ever seen at The Arts and Crafts Pavilion. You also can’t go past the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome for all the freshest fruit and veg displays. Speaking of food, there are tons of food stalls selling everything from chip-on-a-stick to donuts, kebabs and award-winning pies. Don’t forget to try freshly baked scones from the CWA Tea Room.
New for 2026 is After Dark – an illuminated street parade with glowing animal lanterns and night-time entertainment, transforming the Show into a completely new evening experience. There’s also a lit-up Jamison Station, which is a working farm with sheep shearing and tractor rides. A new After 4pm Family Ticket offers excellent value for families, with entry from late afternoon.
Last but definitely not least, no trip to the Show is complete without showbags. From lollies and chocolates to fidget toys and slime, there’s a whopping 418 of them this year. Top picks include Bluey, Hello Kitty, The Australian Women’s Weekly, Darrell Lea, and even a cute capybara showbag.
Skip the queues and book your tickets online via Ticketmaster. Tickets include same day return public transport with extra trains and event buses running daily. Family, concession and disability tickets are available.
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