Main Arena

The Main Arena presented by Channel 9 is the heart of the Ipswich Show, presenting a jam-packed entertainment program across the three days. 

Prestigious equestrian events are held daily including showjumping, dressage and showing. Lunchtime entertainment including Hot Wheels Stunt Team and Airtime FMX will delight visitors daily.



EVENING PROGRAM
Commencing at 6:00 pm on Friday and Saturday and 4:00 pm on Sunday.

The Main Arena comes alive each night with the largest program Ipswich Show has ever held.  Featuring an action packed spectacle, the public will journey back in time as we welcome death defying stunts as shows gone by, vintage speedway cars, dazzling acrobatic displays, stunt bikes, the heart-stirring drama of the stockman’s ride, mechanical madness and a spectacular. Featuring:



Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular
This first-class arena show features world first stunts, true blue Australian comedy, awe-inspiring horsemanship, soaring voices and moments shared with that many horses it will make your heart swell.  This quintessential Aussie outback experience will get hearts racing and a show the whole family will love.

 

Human Cannonball
Meet Australia’s only human cannonball. Daredevil Warren Brophy will pack himself into the tight confines of a huge cannon before being launched 40 metres into the air, at 6Gs of force, traveling at 60 kilometres per hour to a safety net on the other side of the Main Arena.
This performance has a long history with roots in old-time circuses and agricultural shows across Australia, but the inner workings of the cannon remain an “industry secret”.


Airtime FMX
The Airtime Freestyle Motocross Team push the limits on what is possible, and their action-packed show will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish! Launching motorcycles 15m into the air while performing some of the most death-defying stunts, it’s an incredible family friendly show for all ages, and one not to be missed!

High Wire Motorcycle
Extreme motorcycle and trapeze stunts performed high above the ground. Cheer on the daredevil stunt team as they perform aerial handlebar handstands, aerial toe hangs and the 360  Motorcycle Flip 50 feet above the ground on a long steel cable.

Wheel of Steel
The Wheel of Steel is an 800-kilogram steel pendulum reaching a dizzying 12 metres in height. With no safety nets or wires, our daring stuntman will perform acrobatics, skip, and even walk blindfolded, all while maintaining his balance atop the rotating cage. It’s truly a marvel to witness and an edge-of-your-seat experience.

Monster Truck
Get ready for massive jumps, roaring engines and an explosion of excitement as you watch the heart-stopping action only a Monster Truck can deliver. Keeping fans on the edge of their seats with car-crushing destruction you don’t want to miss this 1500-horsepower, methanol-breathing monster truck.

Fireworks Spectacular presented by Kambu Health
Dancing across the evening sky with a dazzling explosion of colour and light, accompanied by the stereophonic sounds of a pumping soundtrack, this magical show entertains both young and old.
 

FRIDAY PROGRAM
9:00 am – Equestrian Events
11:00 am  – Official Opening
11:30 am - Airtme FMX
11:45 am – Riverlink Shopping Centre Grand Parade
12:00 pm – Hot Wheels Stunt Show
12:30 pm - Equestrian Events
5:40 pm – Ipswich Dirt Kart Club
6:00 pm  – Evening Program
                      Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular
                      Dazzling Aerialist
                      Human Cannonball
                     Hot Wheels Stunt Team
                     High Wire Motorcyle
                     Wheels of Steel
                     Airtime FMX
                     Dazzling Aerialist
                     Monster Truck Madness

8:40 pm –Fireworks Finale  presented by Kambu Health

SATURDAY PROGRAM
9:00 am - Equestrian Events
1:00 pm – Airtime FMX
1:20 pm – Urban Utilities Water Warriors
1:50 pm – Hotwheels Stunt Show
2:10 pm – Cattle Parade
2:30 pm – Equestrian Events
5:40 pm - Ipswich Dirt Kart Club
6:00 pm  – Evening Program
                      Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular
                      Dazzling Aerialist
                      Human Cannonball
                     Hot Wheels Stunt Team
                     High Wire Motorcycle
                     Wheels of Steel
                     Airtime FMX
                     Dazzling Aerialist
                     Monster Truck Madness

8:40 pm – Fireworks Finale  presented by Kambu Health
8:50 pm – Demolition Derby presented by Furniture Court

SUNDAY PROGRAM
9:00 am – Equestrian Events
2:10 pm – Airtime RMX
2:30 pm – Hot Wheels Stunt Show
3:00 pm – Dunny Derby
3:30 pm – Brute Ute Parade
3:50 pm  – Evening Program
                      Rooftop Express Arena Spectacular
                      Dazzling Aerialist
                      Human Cannonball
                     Hot Wheels Stunt Team
                     High Wire Motorcycle
                     Wheels of Steel
                     Airtime FMX
                     Dazzling Aerialist
                     Monster Truck Madness

6:30 pm –Fireworks Finale  presented by Kambu Health