Main Arena
The Main Arena 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 Airtime FMX and Chicken Run will delight visitors daily.
FRIDAY 16th MAY
9:00am Equestrian Events presented by Hans Steel
11:15am Airtime FMX presented by Riverlink Shopping Centre
11:40 am Chariot Racing
12 noon Official Opening
12:25 pm Chicken Run
12:40 pm David Manchon Horsemanship Show Presented by Channel 9 Brisbane
1:00pm Equestrian Events presented by Hans Steel
5:45pm Airtime FMX
6:05pm PAW Patrol
6:25pm Chariot Racing
6:50pm Chicken Run
7:10pm The Bison Stampede - Battle in the Saddle Presented by Channel 9 Brisbane
7:50pm Airtime FMX
8:10pm Chariot Racing
8:30 pm Fireworks presented by Kambu Health
SATURDAY 17th MAY
9:00 am Equestrian Events presented by Hans Steel
1:05pm Airtime FMX
1:25pm Chariot Racing
1:40pm David Manchon Horsemanship Show Presented by Channel 9 Brisbane
2:00pm Chicken Run
2:15pm Equestrian Events presented by Hans Steel
5:45pm Airtime FMX
6:05pm PAW Patrol
6:25pm Chariot Racing
6:40pm Chicken Run
7:10pm The Bison Stampede - Battle in the Saddle Presented by Channel 9 Brisbane
8:00pm Airtime FMX
8:15pm Chariot Racing
8:30pm Fireworks presented by Kambu Health
8:40pm Demolition Derby presented by Furniture Court
SUNDAY 18TH MAY
9:00am Equestrian Events presented by Hans Steel
2:00pm Airtime FMX
2:20pm Chariot Racing
2:35pm David Manchon Horsemanship Show Presented by Channel 9 Brisbane
3:00 pm Chicken Run
3:20pm Brute Ute
3:50pm PAW Patrol
4:10pm Airtime FMX
4:30pm Chariot Racing
4:45pm The Bison Stampede - Battle in the Saddle Presented by Channel 9 Brisbane
4:30pm Chicken Run
4:45pm Chariot Racing
6:00 pm Fireworks presented by Kambu Health
OUR ENTERTAINERS
The punchiest, ranchiest, hokiest most fun event at the Ipswich Show 2025.
If you like cowboys, cowgirls, cat calling, two stepping, galloping horses, bison, long horn bulls and all things Yellow Stone…then you are going to love the Ipswich Show’s very own production called, ‘The Battle in the Saddle’.
Sit tight for an all action show that is the perfect experience for anyone who has ever wanted to put on a cowboy hat.
The show features an Aussie Stockman Vs American Cowboy challenge that will determine who really does run the West.
An interactive and crowd pleasing arena show, this show will have the whole family hooting and hollering for their pick as cowboys and cowgirls show Qld the biggest animals they may have only ever seen on a movie screen before.
Never to be outmatched, u will also witness the skill of the Australian Stock Horses as they gallop against the power of the American Quarter Horse.
Qld, the hammer is cocked and the powder is dry…lets go!
This is CHICKEN RUN! RUN CHICKEN RUN!
Jack Farmer, Australia’s #1 Precision Poultry Specialist, is on his way to Ipswich to put his GIANT prize Chickens head to head in the in “Ipswich Chicken Run". But…rumour has it, a mean, old, dirty Fox is in town, and Man that boy is HUNGRY!
Tearing up the dirt track and flying through the air on quad bikes, Jacks Chicken will be doing everything they can to claim victory. Will a Champion Chicken be crowned? Or will that CHEEKY Fox make an appearance and ruin the day?? Only time will tell!
Fast paced, action packed, and a laugh a minute, CHICKEN RUN is perfect for the whole family at the 2025 Ipswich Show!
Run, Chicken, RUN!
Do you have what it takes to be a PAW Patrol Trainee? It’s time join Ryder, Chase and Marshall as they answer Mayor Goodway’s call for help to save the “Adventure Bay Talent Show”. Get Ready for Action and warm up as Ryder and the Pups take you through all the moves for the Pup, Pup Boogie and make this the best rescue mission ever!
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.
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!
Demolitition Derby is a crowd favourite of the Ipswich Show with non-stop action, plenty of mental crunching, crashes, and engines running hot. Drivers are ready to destroy the other vehicles with the last vehicle standing claimed the winner. Cheer on your favourite car and see if it is still standing at the end.
Flair Riders will blast around the arena on custom made motochariots. These wild rides are based on chariots made and raced by NSW police in the 1920’s and are an adrenaline rush you don’t want to miss!