Visitor Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Show Dates
Friday 17th (Public Holiday Ipswich), Saturday
18th and Sunday 19th May
2024.
Opening and Closing Times
Ipswich Show gates open daily at 9 am and
close at 9:30 pm on Friday, 9:00 pm on
Saturday and 6:00 pm on Sunday.
Where can I purchase my Ipswich Show
tickets online?
https://tickets.lup.com.au/Ipswich-Show-2024?cat=cat-registration
What is the definition of Adult, Child
Concession and Family?
An Adult ticket is for a person who does not
meet the requirements for purchasing a child
or concession ticket.
A Child ticket is for anyone 5 – 12 years of age.
A Concession ticket is for any full-time student (age 13 and over) in possession of a Student Identification Card, or any other valid concession (Centrelink Pension Card, Seniors Card, Veteran and DVA Health Card).
Children 4 and under are FREE
Family is for 2 adults and 2 children.
How do I present my ticket on the
day?
You can present the ticket for scanning on
your phone at the gate/door or you can bring a
printed copy.
Can I purchase a ticket at the
gate?
Yes, tickets will be sold at the gate on the
days of the show.
I can’t find my ticket?
If you need to have your ticket resent please
visit:
https://tickets.lup.com.au/help/resendticket/2400?cat=CAT-REGISTRATION
I made a mistake and booked the wrong day. How
can I change it?
To change your ticket to another day please
visit:
https://tickets.lup.com.au/Upgrade/Get/2400?cat=CAT-REGISTRATION
Who can I speak with if I have an issue with my
tickets?
For refund requests or general inquiries please
visit:
https://tickets.lup.com.au/help/requesthelp/2400?cat=CAT-REGISTRATION
Can I get a pass-out?
Pass outs are available at each gate at the
discretion of security, to allow customers
re-entry to the Ipswich Show. Pass outs are
only available prior to 8pm and subject to the
Ipswich Show Conditions of Entry.
Smoking
The Ipswich Showgrounds is a smoke-free
environment. Smoking is not permitted within
the showgrounds.
On-the-spot fines and potential removal from grounds can be issued for non-compliance.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Dogs & Animals are not permitted at the
Ipswich Show!
If you bring an animal with you to the Ipswich
Show you will be denied entry.
Exceptions to this: Service & Guide Dogs, or Animals approved for medical purposes (certificate/identification of approval will need to be shown to gate staff/security).
Animals are not permitted for safety and Biosecurity reasons.
Is there an ATM at the show?
Yes ATM machines are available within the
Ipswich Showgrounds. To avoid queues, we
recommend that you bring some cash with
you.
Is there a lost property area?
Please hand lost property to the Information
Stand. If you have lost something, you
can report it to our friendly staff at the
Information Stand. A register will be kept for
all lost and found items.
Are the Amusement rides free?
No, the Amusement rides are not included in
your entry tickets.
Bonus Side Show Tickets are available to purchase online for $25 for 30 tickets (saving of $5.00) for rides, games and food at participating vendors only. Sales close Thursday 16 May at 23:59 PM. Please collect your tickets at the Information Stand.
What should I bring?
Your ticket (this can be digital).
Empty re-usable water bottles up to 1.5L (no glass) – there will be plenty of places to fill up.
Sun protection! Hat, shirt, and sunscreen.
If it looks like rain bring along wet weather gear (NO UMBRELLAS)
Photo ID – you must present your ID on entry to the show to validate age for the purpose of concessions.
Medication – there will be First Aid services for emergencies but bring any medications/treatments you might require if you suffer from a serious illness or condition, such as epilepsy or asthma.
Will there be a cloakroom
available?
No, sorry there will be no cloakroom available
this year.
Baby Nursing Area
A Baby nursing area is located in the lower level of
the Events Center to allow for a private place to
feed your baby.
Parking
There is no designated parking at the Ipswich
Showgrounds.
There is a designated drop-off/pick-up bay for those not wishing to park at USQ ring road. Entry into the Show is a Gate 5 located directly next to the USQ ring road.
Roadside parking is available in and around
Ipswich Showgrounds Please be mindful of
residential homes surrounding the event
location and be considerate when
leaving. Please don't park on private
property, in business carparks, over driveways
or on lawns. Parking is also available
at Willey Street Park.
Disabled Parking is available in USQ Car Park
One.
Courtesy Bus
A courtesy coach service will run from
Ipswich Train Station to the Ipswich Show
across all three days. Pick-up will commence
at 8:40 am and run every 30 minutes throughout
the day. The last departure from the
Showgrounds to Ipswich Train Station will be
9:45 pm on Friday and Saturday and 6:45 pm on
Sunday.
A courtesy coach will run from Ipswich Showgrounds to Willey Street Park to Ipswich Showgrounds and Ipswich Showgrounds to Limestone Park to Ipswich Showgrounds. Pick-up will commence at 8:40 am with the last departure at 9:45 pm on Friday and 6:45 pm on Sunday.
Will there be road closures in
place?
Full Road closure will be in place on Parker
Avenue. No public access will be
allowed.
What food options are available?
Food will be available throughout the Show at
various food zones.