Upcoming Events

Terrace Cafe & Functions - Ipswich Showgrounds
6.00 pm to 6.45 pm - Drinks on the Terrace
7.00 pm – Award Evening

Celebrate the finalists of Rural Ambassadors and Showgirls, representing their local show at the Regional Awards evening.  The finalists will compete to represent the West Moreton & Brisbane Valley Sub Chamber at the Queensland finals.

The evening includes an introduction to each of the finalists by the Master of Ceremonies - President Darren Zanow.  Enjoy a meal, with sweets buffet, whilst listening to the serene sounds of local artist Maddison Morcus.

The Queensland Rural Ambassador Awards and the Queensland Showgirls Awards is a leadership and professional development program for young people aged 20 to 30 who are passionate about agriculture, regional communities and the agricultural show movement.

Tickets have closed for this event.

8:00am – 12:00pm | Reception Centre 
FREE ENTRY

Looking for something fun, affordable and a little bit different to do on a Sunday morning?
Come by the Ipswich Showgrounds for a fantastic morning of bargain hunting, treasure finding, community vibes and family fun! 

Browse stalls packed with preloved fashion, household goodies, toys, books, collectibles, vintage finds and all sorts of hidden treasures waiting for a new home. 

Event organiser: Southside Collective Markets
Contact: 0417 443 837 or southsidecollectivemarket@gmail.com
More info: HERE

A journey through time. With authentic costumes, demonstrations and interactive experiences, History Alive brings over 2,000 years of history together in one unforgettable weekend.

Encounter Roman legions, Viking warriors, medieval knights and 20th-century soldiers through immersive encampments, detailed displays and thrilling battle re-enactments.

One place, two days, 2,000 years of history!

Presented by Queensland Living History Federation Contact: qlhf@qlhf.org.au 

TICKETS HERE

9:30am - 11:30am | Front Market Area 

FREE ENTRY

Swap meet.  No-Cost Propagating. Learn ways to grow plants for free, using recycled materials at home.

Event organiser: Ipswich Plant Swap
Contact:  ipswichplantswap@gmail.com

The Wounded Heroes Cup is a unique flyball event bringing together teams from across Australia to compete in the exciting sport of Flyball — fast-paced relay racing where teams of four dogs race over jumps, trigger a box to retrieve a ball, and race back to their handlers. Held on 3–4 October 2026 at the Ipswich Showgrounds, the event combines high-energy dog racing with community, entertainment, stalls, raffles and fundraising to support Wounded Heroes Australia.

Event Centre – Ipswich Showgrounds | 8.30am - 3:00pm both days
FREE ENTRY

Event organiser contact: supersonics.flyball.racing@gmail.com

Event info: HERE

4pm – 9pm

Get the Ghouls together and join in the fun at the Halloween Carnival of Screams Twilight Event. 
With fa-boo-lous entertainment, blood-curdling haunted house, wicked sideshow alley, creepy decorations, market stalls, best dressed parade, spooky disco and delicious treats to sink your fangs into. Your little monsters will have a hoot!

Shake the webs off your broomsticks for frights and fun –  Scream you there!

• Haunted House
• Spooky Disco
• Trick or Treating
• Carnival Rides
• Food Trucks
• Licensed Bar 
• Market Stalls – arts, crafts & pre-loved & MORE!

PREPAID TICKETS ONLINE ONLY UNTIL MIDNIGHT 30 OCTOBER 2026 
$8.00 –  General Admission (13 years and over)
FREE – 0 to 12 years of age

ON THE DAY – GATES AND ONLINE
$10.00 – General Admission (13 years and over)
FREE – 0 to 12 years of age

Get into the festive spirit at our Enchanted Christmas Twilight. This Twilight Event is the perfect place to get your Christmas shopping done in one swoop! 

There will be a fantastic variety of Christmas Stalls where visitors will be sure to find the right Christmas gift for their loved ones or maybe something extra for yourselves.

This event is not to be missed, with enchanting Christmas decorations, glittering festive lights, amusement rides, fun entertainment, Christmas Carols, and a special visit from Santa himself!

WHAT TO EXPECT: 
* Free DIY Santa photos – bring your phone and snap your own pics!
* Ipswich City Big Band performing Christmas Carols 
* Food Trucks
* Licensed Bar
* Side Show Alley with rides & games  
* Market Stalls – arts, crafts & pre-loved & MORE!

See you there for some festive FUN!

TICKETS COMING SOON 
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Get ready for an adrenaline-fuelled night of bull riding, cane toad racing, entertainment and country atmosphere at Bull-O-Rama.

Watch fearless cowboys take on some of the country’s toughest bulls across a range of action-packed events, including Novice Bulls, Mini Bulls, Junior Bulls and, of course, the main attraction - the Open Bull Ride.

But the action doesn’t stop there. Get amongst the fun and excitement of our Cane Toad Racing, adding a uniquely Australian twist to an already action-packed night.

With high-energy entertainment from start to finish, Bull-O-Rama has something for everyone. Enjoy a licensed bar, delicious food trucks, market stalls, cane toad racing and non-stop entertainment, all creating an unforgettable country-style atmosphere.

And when the bulls leave the arena, the party continues with our Bull-O-Rama After Party - the perfect way to finish an unforgettable night.

TICKETS COMING SOON

Stallholder applications now open.