Everything you need to know about the 2026 Sydney Royal Easter Show
The royal easter show will run Thursday, April 2 until Monday, April 13, 2026 (ET) at Sydney Olympic Park in Sydney’s western suburbs, drawing almost one million visitors across a 12-day program. Tickets are on sale online with a range of early-bird and day options that include same-day return public transport and non-reserved seating for lunchtime and evening entertainment in ENGIE stadium. The Royal Agricultural Society organizes the event, which combines livestock, produce and family attractions including the Farmyard Nursery and Jamison Station.
Royal Easter Show: Dates, tickets and transport
Key dates are set: the event runs for 12 days from Thursday, April 2 to Monday, April 13, 2026 (ET) at Sydney Olympic Park. Early bird pricing is available: early bird family general admission for two adults and two children is listed at $125, and early bird adult general admission at $47. There are Early Bird ‘After 4pm’ options—after 4pm family entry is priced at $95, after 4pm adult at $39 and a single child ticket at $18.
On-site pricing differs from early-bird offers: a family general admission ticket during the show is listed at $144 and a single adult ticket at $50. Special days include a seniors day on April 9 when seniors pay $26 entry with free public transport and a free coffee or tea, and April 13 when all children’s tickets are $18 and two-for-one rides are available. Group discounts and premium reserved packages are also available through the ticket channels. Show ticketing materials note that same-day return public transport and non-reserved seating for lunchtime and evening entertainment in ENGIE stadium are included in the ticket price.
What to see: animals, showbags and Jamison Station
The show keeps family audiences central. The Farmyard Nursery is highlighted as a major family draw where children can pat piglets, lambs, ducklings, goats and chickens in an open paddock space. Jamison Station functions as a working station during the day for hands-on farming experiences and becomes an illuminated animal-sculpture space after dark.
Showbags remain a signature feature. This year’s offering has grown to a record 418 showbags, compared with roughly 35 to 40 on sale in the 1960s. Classic names endure—Bertie Beetle is noted among the long-standing favourites. The event’s long history is part of its identity: the show dates back to 1823 and is organized by the Royal Agricultural Society with a traditional focus on livestock and produce while reflecting contemporary tastes and trends.
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What’s next: planning your visit and what to expect
Plan ahead: day tickets can be purchased online and a variety of ticket packages aim to meet family, evening and concession needs. Expect large crowds across the 12-day run—organisers list almost one million visitors in a typical year—and schedule visits around special concession days if cost is a factor. Highlights to prioritise on arrival are the Farmyard Nursery during daytime hours and Jamison Station after dusk for illuminated sculptures. Keep the royal easter show dates in your calendar and secure tickets early to lock in early-bird pricing and included transport benefits for a smoother visit.
