Taking place over the September school holidays, the Melbourne Royal Show (previously known as the Royal Melbourne Show) is celebrated over 11 wonderful days and includes everything from exciting rides and family entertainment to arts, crafts and barnyard animals.
The Melbourne Royal Show is one of the most popular events on the Melbourne calendar; thousands of people flock to the Melbourne Showgrounds year after year for excitement, entertainment and fun activities for the whole family.
Melbourne Royal Show 2024 Dates, Maps, Showbags, Rides & Tickets
Animals & Farm Experiences
Get up close and personal with all types of animals at the Melbourne Royal Show – the only place where you can see and interact with thousands of farm animals every day.
Experience live demonstrations, animal displays, and interactive shows, including sheep shearing, cow milking and working dog performances. Plus, see some of Victorian agriculture’s best livestock and other animals compete for a prestigious Melbourne Royal Blue Ribbon.
Showbags
Kids also love going to the Showbag Hall, where they can purchase a range of goodies all packed into one awesome show bag! There are chocolates, lollies, toys, and costumes for the kids, as well as a range of cooking, fashion, and sports showbags for adults. Buying a show bag at the Melbourne Royal Show is a tradition, so check out the range available.
With hundreds of showbags on offer at the Show, from traditional favourites to the newest and most sought-after, the choices are endless!
Blue-Ribbon Competitions
Explore the Blue-Ribbon Competitions at the Melbourne Royal Show, ranging from Livestock and Horses in Action to Woodchop or Art, Craft and Cookery. These prestigious competitions see exhibitors compete for the title of Best in Show and the chance to win a Melbourne Royal Blue Ribbon.
Prepare to be amazed by the dazzling display of skill, talent and livestock across various disciplines as participants compete, showcasing their mastery and passion in many captivating competitions at the Show.
Rides
Whether you are a daredevil taking on the adrenalin-charged rides or a family finding out your limits, with three action-packed carnival precincts, there is fun, thrills and excitement for all ages and abilities.
Live Daily Entertainment
Every day is jam-packed with family entertainment, with live shows commencing from 10am and continuing until 9:30pm, there is more to see than ever before.
Eat and Drink
Whether you are gathering for a great catch-up with friends or grabbing a bite before getting on the next ride, there is something tasty for everyone to settle in with or enjoy on the go!
Explore all the Precincts & Pavilions
There’s so much wonder at the Melbourne Royal Show; there’s nothing ordinary about it. Explore all the exciting precincts and pavilions at the Melbourne Royal Show. There’s so many places to visit, you’ll never get bored!
With inclusive access to the large pavilions, meticulously restored heritage buildings and abundant outdoor spaces, you’ll find it easy to navigate the Show.
From the infamous Showbags Pavilion and the bustling Livestock Pavilion to the excitement and thrill of the Adventure Carnival – there’s a place for everyone to enjoy!
With over six different retail destinations, you will be walking out of the Showgrounds with something special.
Parking & Public Transport
The best way to get to the Melbourne Royal Show is by train.
Train
Metro trains run from Flinders St Station, stopping at Southern Cross and Nth Melbourne stations. Service starts at 9:10am. Last train to the city departs Melbourne Showgrounds at 10:30pm.
Tram
Route 57 from Stop 1 Elizabeth St/Flinders St to Stop 32 Sandown/Epsom Rd. Extra trams run every day of the Show. Get the Tram Tracker app for real-time tram arrival information.
Bus
Catch 404 service from Footscray to Moonee Ponds to Ascot Vale Rd/Epsom Rd.
Catch 472 service from Williamstown to Moonee Ponds to Langs Rd/ Epsom Rd. Both of these services travel regularly to the Melbourne Showgrounds precinct.
Car Parking
Paid car parking is available for $25 per day per vehicle at Flemington Racecourse. Epsom Rd carpark is open 8am-11pm, Smithfield Rd carpark is open 9.30am-11pm. Access to the Showgrounds is via the rail underpass.
Hi, if I book a ticket online but finally not be able to go there, can I get a refund? Thanks.
Hi Ellen,
The short answer is no, The terms of sale state the following:
“9. Refunds and Exchanges
9.1 Unless required by law (including rights you may have under the Consumer Guarantees), we do not provide refunds or exchanges on any tickets purchased. Therefore, please ensure that you carefully review your event and seat selection before processing the purchase.”
I have attached a link to the full terms for you here.
Regards,
Jess
Can you get any further discount using your Racv card after 5pm? Or is it a flat rate of $15 no further discounts applied.
Cheers lisa
Hi Lisa,
This ticket offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other advertised or promotional admission ticket offer which means that a further RACV discount will not apply.
Have a great time at the Show!
Regards,
Jess
Hi we are purchasing tickets online using a friend’s RACV membership. Will we need to show the membership card at entrance? Thanks.
Hi Jukie,
The RACV number is entered online at the time of purchase so I can’t imagine you would be asked for it again upon entry.
I personally have used this discount in the past and have never been asked to present the card upon entry. However, you never know… you may get an over-zealous gate attendant. So if at all possible, try to bring the card to show with you on the day.
But if you do have any issues at the gate, just state that there is nothing on the purchase page which states it must be shown on entry.
Regards,
Jess
I would like to contact Rocky River Mining who had a stand where kids could pan for semi precious gems. My granddaughter panned for gems which were in a plastic bag which she lost the stones as the carry bag tore.
I would like to buy some bags for my granddaughter from Rocky Mining if I can.
Please advise website or phone number if possible.
Thanks.
Hi Jimmy,
Sorry to hear. I can’t find any information about this company online, so I would recommend you contact the customer service department for the RASV (Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria – the organisers of the Show). They will have a full list of all vendors and should be able to put you in touch with the company.
Email: [email protected]
Hotline: 1300 656 547
I hope you have some success at getting your granddaughter some new gems!
All the best,
Jess
Hey, was just wondering how much it would be for me and a friend who are going this Saturday the 24th. My friend has an RACV card, can we both go go under that? And I’m also a concession card holder, so how much would it before both of us?
Also with the ride passes online, how do you get them? Do you just show them at the gate?
Are there ATM machines at the show grounds?
Hi Alexandra,
Your friend will be able to buy both tickets (RACV members can buy up to 20 tickets) online. The cost for one adult + one concession with RACV discount is $53. You can buy tickets here.
The process for redeeming the passes is as follows: After purchase, you will receive an email with your ride e-voucher attached. The Melbourne Show website states: “Take a printed copy of your e-voucher, or show the e-voucher barcode from your mobile device, to any information booth or ride redemption booth to receive your activated rides pass. Go to the ticket box office of the ride operator of your choice to swipe your card and use the ride credits from your rides pass.”
Yes, there are ATMs inside the Royal Melbourne Show at the following locations:
– Entry to The Weekly Times Livestock Pavilion
– RACV Members Café
– Grand Boulevard opposite the Ferris Wheel
– Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion
– China as a Guest Nation Pavilion
– Outside Winning Tastes Pavilion
Regards,
Jess
Is entry cheaper on the final day?
Hi Traceace,
Unfortunately no, tickets are the same price for each day.
Regards,
Jess
If you pay the $30 for $40 worth of rides, how many rides do you think you could go on within that budget?
Hi Gigi,
Rides at the Royal Melbourne Show vary in cost from approximately $5 – $20 so it depends on the rides you will be taking. The Royal Melbourne Show hasn’t published the ride prices this year, so unfortunately this is the best info to hand.
The larger rides such as Kamikaze and the Big Drop will cost more than the smaller children’s rides, Carousel or the Ferris Wheel.
Regards,
Jess
Hi What time is the motocross show on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th. Thanks
Hi Jen,
On both days the Freestyle Motorcross Stunt Show will be on at 1.15pm & 7.45pm at the Herald Sun Arena (weather permitting) and runs for approximately 30 mins.
Have a great time at the Royal Melbourne Show!
Regards,
Jess
Do you know if ride passes purchased online can be shared between multiple parties?
Hi Dylan,
I have read the terms and conditions and there is nothing that prevents it.
The process for redeeming the passes also seems to allow multiple parties to use the same pass. After purchase, you will receive an email with your ride e-voucher attached. The Melbourne Show website states: “Take a printed copy of your e-voucher, or show the e-voucher barcode from your mobile device, to any information booth or ride redemption booth to receive your activated rides pass. Go to the ticket box office of the ride operator of your choice to swipe your card and use the ride credits from your rides pass.”
There appears no reason why the pass can’t be swiped twice or three times for multiple people on the same ride.
Hope this helps,
Jess
Hi,
Roughly how many rides will I be able to go on at the Royal Melbourne Show with a $20 ($26 worth) ride pass and the $30 ($40 worth) ride pass? Thanks
Hi Carla,
Rides at the Royal Melbourne Show vary in cost from approximately $5 – $20 so it depends on the rides you will be taking. The Royal Melbourne Show hasn’t published the ride prices this year, so unfortunately this is the best info to hand.
The larger rides such as Kamikaze and the Big Drop will cost more than the smaller children’s rides such as the Carousel and the Ferris Wheel.
Regards,
Jess
Hi, I will be visiting the show on Sunday. Are the additional prices (apart from the entry fee) only for rides only or are they applicable to various other shows during the day?
Regards,
Sam
Hi Sam,
The admission fee gets you into all events and exhibits at the show apart from “meet and greet” sessions with singers which require the purchase of a single or album to get an autograph.
All other shows including dog shows, fireworks, Loony Tunes Live, Motorcross show, etc are all included in your admission price.
So the only extra things you will need to pay for extra are any rides, food and showbags.
Regards,
Jess
How many days will home and away cast be there??
Hi Makaila,
The Home and Away cast were at the show on the 18th of September, so unfortunately you have missed them.
Regards,
Jess
What’s the best way to get tickets for me and my 2 children 7 & 9? I have RACV. I am hoping to take them on Thursday
Hi Suz,
You can purchase discounted RACV tickets here.
Regards,
Jess
Do you accept carers card if so what is the cost of a carer and adult
Hi Amanda,
Yes, careers cards are accepted. Carer card holders coming to the Show with the person they are caring for will be admitted free.
Companion Card holders are eligible to purchase the concession rate entry into the Show.
So the Concession rate if you purchase online is $22.50.
Regards,
Jess
Hi I have RACQ membership. Can I use it to get a discount on entry?
Hi Jane,
Sometimes RACV and RACQ have reciprocal discount offers and other discounts are unique to the state auto club.
Unfortunately, I cannot find any reference to discounts for RACQ members for the Royal Melbourne Show. If you plan to purchase your tickets on the day, it can’t hurt to present your card, as you may get a friendly cashier that will give the discount anyway.
Kind regards,
Jess
Is a concession ticket also entitled to the RACV discount as well
Hi Bev, yes.
You can purchase your tickets here.
Regards,
Jess
Hi. Can you purchase tickets at the gate if you are a RACV member and can you buy tickets for rides at the show or only online.
Hi Simone,
You can purchase RACV tickets online or at the gate. You can purchase online here.
The discount ride passes are only available online and cannot be purchased at the gate. You can still buy individual tickets for each ride once you get inside the show, but if you plan on going on a few rides, you are better off buying one of the discount bundles online in advance. You can find the ride passes here.
Best regards,
Jess
Hello,
After entering the show, can I leave and be re-admitted? I need to leave at midday, but I want to come back later in the afternoon. Thanks.
Hi Susana,
Short term pass outs to collect or drop off items to your car are allowed but are only valid for around 30 minutes as your ticket is only a single entry ticket. I suspect this stops people from leaving and passing their ticket onto another person to come later in the day. Hope this helps!
Regards,
Jess
What examples of proof do you need to get a concession ticket?
Hi Gianne,
Concession includes people with: Senior card, Student card, Pension card, Companion Card and Health Care card. The ID must be presented upon entry or when purchasing tickets at the gate.
Regards,
Jess
Do RACV members get a discount on tickets and do four year olds count as under five?
And is there a limit of people we can bring?
Hi Georgia,
Yes, RACV members get a 20% discount. You can purchase tickets online here. You can purchase up to 20 tickets with one RACV membership.
Children who are 4 years of age (so have not yet turned 5) are free.
Regards,
Jess
Hi,
Just wondering if the online ride passes are for one person only or if they can be used between a family?
Hi Jessica,
I have just checked the terms and conditions and there is nothing there that says the tickets are non “transferable.” So I can’t see any reason why you cant share them between your family.
Regards,
Jess