frequently asked questions
faqs
Most frequently asked questions
Show dates, time & price
31st July, 1st August and 2nd August
Our Gates open at 9am daily
Adults – $25,
Concession – $10
Teen – (12 to 17 years) $10
Under 12 – Free.
Everyone gets in FREE until 3pm on Friday
Friday 31st July – 9:00pm
Saturday 1st August – 9:00pm
Friday – 10pm
Saturday – 10pm
Sunday – 4pm
Yes, please contact the show office to organise. You can also get one at the gate upon entry.
General Questions
The main gate is locked from 8am-10pm.There is to be no vehicle access. If you need access to the showgrounds this must be done via the back gate or pool gate between the hours of 6am-8am.
Whilst we love our Fur Friends, no you cannot bring a dog onto the grounds, unless it is a registered assistance dog, or your dog is competing at the Show.
Friday – 12pm – 5pm
Saturday – 9am – 5pm
Sunday – 9am – 3pm
Camping is available for some of our Entertainers, Competitors & Exhibitors by arrangement during Showtime.
Please contact the office if you would like to arrange camping during the show.
Via Back Gate off Lawnton Pocket Road
Unfortunately we don’t have horses this year at the show
Tickets
Yes, please see Gate staff prior to leaving to receive your stamp.
Yes, Companion card patrons are free and the person who is accompanying them get concession discount ($10).
If your employer, work colleague or friend is already inside the show with your ticket, you will need to get in contact with them and arrange to meet you at the entry gate.
Transport
Unfortunately, we do not have a taxi rank as such, so where you get dropped off is up to you. The Main or Pool Gate are easy for drop off.
Please remember on your trip home via Taxi to state which gate you are waiting at.
Yes, we recommend being dropped off at the Main gate on Gympie Road or the Pool Gate.
If you are being picked up, please remember to specify where you would like to be picked up-Main, Pool or Back Gate.
Lawnton Train Station is a 5-minute walk to the showgrounds. Please look on Translink to plan your trip.
There is street parking in the local area. The Pine Rivers Special School also provide parking for a cost of approximately $5 (contact them for exact pricing). Supercheap auto also provide parking with all proceeds going to charity.
The main gate is locked from 8am-10pm.There is to be no vehicle access. If you need access to the showgrounds this must be done via the back gate or pool gate between the hours of 6am-8am.
Facilities
Please come to the Site Office window.
The office is located on the bottom level of the double story brick building (Directly across from the Show Hall).
Site Office
Next to Arts & Craft Building.
Site Office
ATMs are located at the:
- Out the front of the show office
- Main foodcourt
Located near gate 3. Please see the site map.
Please come to the Site Office.
Available in the Family Entertainment Area.
First Aid is available in the Marquee by Gate 3
Yes, we have 5 stationed around the grounds.