Easter is taking place from the 18th of April to the 21st of April this year. This is a time for families to spend time together, and one of the ways to do that is by attending the Sydney Royal Easter Show, which is taking place from the 11th of April to the 22nd of April.
In this blog, we will share:
- What the Sydney Royal Easter Show is
- What to expect at the What the Sydney Royal Easter Show
- How to prepare
What is The Sydney Royal Easter Show?
Attracting almost 900,000 attendees each year, the Sydney Royal Easter Show, the Sydney Easter Show or just The Show, is one the largest and most cherished events held over the Easter period. This event has been held since 1832 and is a celebration of Australian culture, as well as the Easter holidays. Held at the Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park and hosted by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, this event shines a spotlight on the best of Australia’s agriculture industries, traditions and cultures.
Attending The Show
This year, Sydney Royal Easter Show tickets are only available for purchase on Ticketmaster and you can score a deal on tickets for the family with one of our Ticketmaster offer codes. You can visit the Sydney Royal Easter Show website for ticket details or head directly to the Ticketmaster website.
There are family, child, adult, concession and PWD tickets available for purchase and ticket purchases include access to public transportation services to the show. More information on the available transportation can be found on their ‘Getting here’ page. The page also provides accommodation recommendations. For more recommendations and savings, check out our Hotel coupon codes page.
What to Expect at The Sydney Royal Easter Show
“The Sydney Royal Easter Show will be the place to be during its 12-day run,” says Marylyn Ncube. From 8:30 am to 9 pm each day, there will be a variety of activities for everyone to take part in. Overall, you can expect fun, education, quality time with the family and adventure, but here are just a few of the features you will find:
1. Showbags
Showbags are a staple at this event and attendees of all ages will be looking forward to getting their hands on a few. Showbags will be available at the Showbag Pavillion and could cost up to $40 (minimum of $3) and come in a range of themes, from popular TV shows and movies to snacks and beauty products from leading brands.
2. Animal interactions
Part of the event is experiencing the farm and rural life without having to leave the city. There will be more than 13,000 animals across various breeds from agricultural exhibitors. Look forward to visiting the Poultry Pavilion, Horse Pavilion, Pig & Goat Pavilion, and many more. There will be petting and feeding zoos, pony rides, and a variety of educational activities for attendees of all ages.
3. Carnival rides and games
There are a variety of rides and games for different age groups, with exhilarating rides such as rollercoasters and the Sky Flyer XXL to less intense rides such as carousels and tea cups.
4. Top-notch entertainment
In addition to the fun rides and games, there will be entertainment such as live music performances, wood chopping, live cooking, a live Bluey experience, dog shows and much more.
5. Food and drinks galore
There won’t be a better time to expand your palate than during this 12-day extravaganza. With vendors and farmers from across the country bringing the best they have to offer, you will have the chance to taste a variety of dishes and experience the best of Australian culture through food.
8 Ways To Prepare For The Show
As exciting as attending this event is, it will require some planning beforehand to ensure you and your family have the best experience possible.
- Get your hands on Sydney Royal Easter Show deals by purchasing Early Bird tickets and check days that offer special rates.
- Download the Easter Show Fun Pass App for easy and quick access to rides and games.
- Sign up for MyShow to easily manage your itinerary and plan your activities.
- Hire a locker, pram or mobility aid ahead of time from Show Lockers. This way, you can store your showbags or personal belongings throughout the day and get around easily.
- While you will want to experience the cuisine on offer, it can get expensive. Purchase and pack snacks and water that you can take with you. Use our Food & Drink coupon codes to save.
- If you don’t want to use the available public transportation and will be driving there, be sure to pre-book your parking.
- Pack comfortable shoes and clothing for the whole family. Also pack clothing suitable for any changes in weather.
- Pack bright and easily identifiable clothing for children. Include tags that have your personal information on them.
Happy Easter!
Make this holiday a memorable one by spending it at the Sydney Royal Easter Show with the entire family. For deals on outings that you can take with your family, check out our Days Out coupon codes.
