Upcoming Events
2023 Ballarat Wine Show
The annual Ballarat Wine Show will be held from October 17–19, with the Presentation Dinner held on October 28.
2023 Ballarat Show
The 2023 Ballarat Show will take place from 10-12 November 2023 at the Ballarat Showgrounds.
2023 Ballarat Show
Exciting Attractions!
Dave and the Muttley Crew
Farmer Dave and his trusted canine companions will entertain you and educate through an exciting performance and interactive show.
Gee Whiz Kidz
Melbourne based Gee Whiz Kidz was formed by a few old high school friends and have now enjoyed performing music for families for over a decade.
Farmer Darryl’s Mobile Animal Farm
9am – 8pm
Come and experience a special moment with your favourite backyard friend. Get up and close to a baby calf, chooks ducklings, lambs and even baby goats.
Power FM Friday Night Fireworks
Come along and enjoy the 2023 Ballarat Spring Show Fireworks. This year they are bigger and better than ever. The traditional fireworks will go off with a BANG!
Tim Bone Cooking Demonstration
Tim will be cooking up a storm on Friday with his famous toasties and then showing off his cooking skills on Saturday and Sunday with a cooking demo.
Kryal Castle Jousting
Broadhead Arena
There is nothing quite as spectacular as the thunderous sounds of horses, lances and knights clashing together in the Royal Joust!
Kiera and Max Whip Cracking Demo
Come and watch Keira and Max demonstrate their breathtaking skills in Whip Cracking.
Sandy Creek Clydesdales
Come witness the magnificent Sandy Creek Clydesdales. These glorious creatures will be on display.
Billabong Camels Rides
Billabong Camel Rides will be waiting for you on the Broadhead arena to take you on an experience you will never forget.
2023 Ballarat Show
See the Animals!
Mini Goats & Dairy Goats
Saturday & Sunday
A wonderful display of goats on the Southern Lawn. Our gorgeous mini goats will make you fall in love with them and the diary goats will win your hearts.
Dave and the Muttley Crew
Farmer Dave and his trusted canine companions will entertain you and educate through an exciting performance and interactive show.
Poultry Shed
Be immersed in the wonderful world of poultry. With over 300 feathered friends you will find chooks, roosters, geese, ducks, turkeys and more.
Cat Pavilion
If you’re a cat lover you will find your feline friends curled up in this pavilion. They are beautiful and sleek and you might find some rare breeds to observe.
Cattle Pavilion
The Cattle Pavilion shows us the wonderful world of agriculture. This is a tradition that goes back to the beginning of the Ballarat Show.
Sheep Showing
There’s plenty of history to our Sheep Showing. Come see our traditional sheep display, learn about the process of paddock to plate.
2023 Ballarat Show
Fun Competitions!
Dachshund Dash
Races are run in heats, with no more than eight dogs racing a 80 foot long course. All dogs start at the same time.
Colouring Competition
Please use your most creative talent to colour in. All finished pieces to be handed in to the front desk at the Ballarat Showgrounds.
Tug of War
Come with your team or register on the day. Winning team from each section will get $150 cash and McDonalds Vouchers!
Dads Dash for Cash
12pm Sunday
Win vouchers courtesy of Hop Temple! The child will wait at the other end of the racetrack and their dad will have to run to them. There will also be a bonus prize if you dress up fancy dress!
Ballarat Show Dog Jump
All entries welcome. We look forward to seeing how high your fur babies can jump.
2023 Ballarat Show
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