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Sydney Royal Easter Show 2026: Dates, Tickets, Rides, Food And What To Expect

26th Mar 2026
Written by:
Eloise Luke
Contributor | Urban List
  • Sydney Royal Easter Show

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is returning to Sydney Olympic Park from Thursday 2 April to Monday 13 April 2026, bringing farm animals, carnival rides, showbags and iconic Aussie food together for one of the city’s biggest annual events.

Held over 12 days, the show delivers more than 12 hours of daily entertainment, from livestock competitions and woodchopping championships to family shows, thrill rides and nightly fireworks.

Presented by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, the event celebrates Australian agriculture and rural communities while raising funds for agricultural education and youth programs across the state.

If you’re planning a visit, here’s everything you need to know.

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When Is The Sydney Royal Easter Show 2026?

The Sydney Royal Easter Show runs from Thursday 2 April to Monday 13 April 2026 at Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park.

Across nearly two weeks, visitors can explore carnival rides, animal experiences, competitions, live shows and food markets throughout the day, before the Show wraps up each night with a fireworks display at 8.50pm.

Major evening highlights include the Imagine a Horse show, the K9 Superwall Challenge, freestyle motocross stunts and the nightly launch of human cannonball David “The Bullet” Smith.

What To See At The Sydney Royal Easter Show

One of the biggest drawcards of the Easter Show is the mix of agriculture, entertainment and food experiences.

At Jamison Station, kids can get hands-on with farm life by milking a cow, riding mini tractors and exploring a hay-bale maze. Nearby, the Farmyard Nursery lets visitors pat and feed animals like piglets, goats and calves, while Outback Pony Rides introduce younger visitors to horse riding.

Agricultural competitions are another Show highlight. The famous woodchopping championships, often dubbed the “Wimbledon of Woodchop,” see around 150 competitors battle it out across multiple disciplines, while other events include rabbit obstacle races, dog agility competitions and the Best in Show pedigree dog competition on 12 April.

Inside the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome, the colourful District Exhibits showcase sculptural displays made entirely from Australian produce. You can also try classic Show snacks like Country Women’s Association scones, chip-on-a-stick, fairy floss and barbecue feasts.

New for 2026 is the Yum Yum Noodle Market, serving Asian street food favourites from stalls like Dumpling King, Tuk Tuk Thai and Wolf of Wok Street, alongside cooking experiences like the Hot Cross Bun Workshop by HEARTHE and daily Oyster Masterclasses.

Carnival rides and showbags round out the experience. Family rides like carousels and dodgem cars sit alongside thrill rides like The Joker, while hundreds of themed showbags span confectionery, toys, fashion and lifestyle brands.

Sydney Royal Easter Show Tickets And Prices

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is a ticketed event, with early bird tickets available online until 1 April.

Early bird pricing includes:

  • Family (2 adults + 2 children): $125
  • Adult: $47
  • Concession: $35
  • Child: $29
  • People with disability: $29

Tickets purchased during the Show increase slightly:

  • Family: $144
  • Adult: $50
  • Concession: $38
  • Child: $31.50
  • People with disability: $31.50

Carnival rides are not included in general admission and require a Carnival Fun Pass, which can be loaded with ride credits.

How To Get To The Sydney Royal Easter Show

The easiest way to reach the Easter Show is by public transport, which is included with your ticket.

Sydney Olympic Park is accessible via:

  • Train services to Olympic Park Station
  • Bus routes from across Sydney
  • Ferry services connecting to nearby wharves

Additional public transport services operate throughout the event to manage the large crowds.

If you plan to drive, parking should be pre-booked, as car parks frequently reach capacity during weekends and Easter public holidays. 

Image credit: Sydney Royal Easter Show | Instagram