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Home to the Annual Cairns Show, Cairns Show Wine Awards, and the Cairns Show Auto Spectacular

The Cairns Showgrounds, managed by the Cairns Agricultural, Pastoral, and Mining Association, also known as the Cairns Show Association, is our proud home. As a Not-For-Profit Organisation, all profits generated are reinvested into enhancing and maintaining this facility for the benefit of the Cairns community.

This valuable community asset, currently valued at over $33 million, has been developed and maintained by us, incurring no expense for the Cairns community. This is made possible through the dedication of our Voluntary Committee and affiliated organisations, who have collectively contributed tens of thousands of hours to serve the local community.

Situated on 17 hectares of land in the heart of Cairns, just minutes from the CBD, the Showgrounds offer a versatile venue for a wide range of events, from weddings to corporate functions, special occasions, social gatherings, and cultural celebrations.

The Cairns Showgrounds are open every day of the year. Please feel free to visit our friendly staff at the Cairns Show Office. To discover more about the Showgrounds, click the button below.

FAQ'S...

Cairns Show

The 2023 Cairns Show has concluded.

The 2024 Cairns Show will commence Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th and Friday 19th of July at the Cairns Showgrounds.

Visitors

Please visit our home page, or comprehensive Guide to the Show & FAQ’s page for more information! 

Exhibitors

To become a vendor/exhibitor at the Cairns Show, please review the information available here, and once ready, submit an online application. Should you have any questions, please refer to the Exhibitor Manual, or contact [email protected].

Venue Hire at the Cairns Showgrounds

Experience the nostalgia and heritage of the Cairns Showgrounds for your next event. Venue Hire is subject to availability and it is recommended that you book well in advance. 

Click the button below to view the Venue Hire home page or place an application through the Cairns Showgrounds Venue Hire Form.

VENUE HIRE IS NOT AVAILABLE:

For the month of July due to the Annual Cairns Show!

Venue Hire is not available for the month of July to the Cairns Show. Furthermore, the Cairns Show Association will NOT attend to any Venue Hire Enquiries during this time. Your Enquiry will be attended to in the month of August. Please contact the Office if your Enquiry is urgent. We thank you for your patience as we prepare Australia’s Largest, Regional, Agricultural Show!

For 18th, 21st, Hens or Bucks Functions!

Due to insurance limitations, the Cairns Show Association cannot accommodate (under any circumstance) 18th or 21st birthday parties, as well as Hens or Bucks celebrations.

For Permanent / Short-Term Tenants

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate any other permanent or short-term tenants at this time.

Cairns Show Wine Awards

The Cairns Show Wine Awards is held in the De Jarlais Function Centre (Upstairs, Level 1) of the Cairns Showgrounds. 

2024 Dates

Judging: 19th – 21st June

Public Tasting: 22nd June from 3:00pm – 6:00pm

Visit the Cairns Show Wine Awards website for more information! 

Or click on the button below to view our information web page. 

Cairns Show Auto Spectacular

The 2023 Cairns Show Auto Spec has concluded.

Click the button below to view the Auto Spec home page.

Camping at the Showgrounds – NOT permitted

Unfortunately, due to our lease conditions set by the Cairns Regional Council, Camping is NOT permitted in any circumstance at the Cairns Showgrounds. Exceptions to this: if you are a part of the Showmen’s Guild of Australasia (valid ID card will need to be presented), or if you are associated with an Event held on the Grounds (must be approved by Show President, Committee and Office Staff). 

We apologise for the inconvenience – we would love to have you if we could! Please direct all complaints to the Cairns Regional Council: CRC Complaint Forms 

Volunteering Opportunities
The core of every successful community event is the incredible contribution of our volunteers! We are asking our community to assist us again with the upcoming 2023 annual Cairns Show 19th – 21st July.
 
No experience is necessary for a lot of these positions – we would love to help you find where you will have the best time.
Positions are available from the start of July, with the busiest period being the week containing the show (19th – 21st July).
Simply email [email protected] with your particular area or interests you would like to be placed within, as well as your availability. If you have any certifications such as drivers licence, blue card, etc. please also let us know.
 
All volunteers receive a free one-day entry pass to the Cairns Show (if you volunteer more than one day at the Cairns Show, you will receive an entry pass for each day you volunteer and you are welcome to enjoy the show once your volunteer duties finish).
 

Employment – NOT available

Unfortunately the Cairns Show Association does not offer Paid Work opportunities prior to, during, and after the Cairns Show. 

All food vendors, exhibitors, rides and stalls at the Cairns Show are privately owned and operated. For Paid Work opportunities, you must contact the vendors directly. 

Rides, games and food stalls situated in the Sideshow Alley are operated under the Showmen’s Guild of Australasia. To find Paid Work opportunities you must contact the Showmen’s Guild directly, or visit the Cairns Showgrounds the week prior to the Cairns Show and introduce yourself in person to the vendors around the grounds. 

PLEASE NOTE: The week prior to the Show is very busy at the Showgrounds. If you are coming on to the grounds to find work, you must report to the Cairns Show Office prior to your arrival. The Cairns Show Association does not take responsibility for any injury, theft or damage of property while you are on the grounds. You must be cautious and careful AT ALL TIMES when visiting the Showgrounds prior to, during and after the Cairns Show!

The Showmen’s Guild regularly updates their Facebook page with any advertisements for Work opportunities. You can also find Work opportunities posted on Facebook. 

Stabling – AVAILABLE at a minimal cost
We have dozens of stables available for short-term use throughout the year. Keep your animals safe from weather events – utilise our stables!
Please keep in mind that the majority of our stables are not suitable for smaller animals, and stable availability is subject to the events happening on the grounds. Stabling will not be available for the month of July due to the Cairns Show. Stabling will not be available after the Cairns Show for a period of 30 days for quarantine and biosecurity purposes. 
 
You MUST contact the Cairns Show Office prior to Stabling.

CONTACT...

Cairns Show Office

Operating Hours

Open: 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday

Closed: Saturday and Sunday. 

PLEASE READ ALL FAQ’S PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE OFFICE

Phone: (07) 4042 6699

Email: [email protected]

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