Ipswich Show

Ready for three days that'll have your fun meter maxed out? Ipswich Show is back with a bang – and it's got enough entertainment to keep smiles plastered on faces long after the fireworks fade.Get ready for fireworks and country fun at Ipswich ShowWhen is Ipswich Show Day? Mark your calendar for May 2026 – the official Ipswich Show Day public holiday. For locals, it's your golden ticket to enjoy a day off exploring all the show has to offer! The gates swing open daily at 9am, with festivities continuing until 9pm on Friday and Saturday, and 6pm on Sunday. Must-do Ipswich Show experiences The Ipswich Show packs non-stop excitement from dawn till dusk. Watch breathtaking equestrian displays, chariot racing and rodeo events in the Main Arena, where jetpack stunts and freestyle motocross will have you gasping. As evening falls, demolition derby chaos gives way to spectacular fireworks lighting up the night sky. Wander through the Animal Precinct to meet Barry the Bull and friends – fr