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 booking in advance is recommended.

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

Venue Hire in July

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.

If your Enquiry is URGENT, please contact the Office. 

We thank you for your patience as we prepare for Australia’s Largest, Regional, Agricultural Show!

18th & 21st Birthday Parties, Hens & Bucks Functions

Due to insurance limitations, the Cairns Show Association is UNABLE to accommodate 18th or 21st birthday parties, as well as Hens or Bucks celebrations.

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. 

2025 Dates

Judging: 

Public Tasting: 

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

2024 Dates

October 12th & 13th

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

Camping at the Showgrounds

Due to lease conditions set by the Cairns Regional Council, Camping is NOT permitted in any circumstance at the Cairns Showgrounds.

Exceptions to this are 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

The heart of every successful community event is the incredible contribution of our volunteers!

No prior experience is required to become a volunteer.

Opportunities are available starting in early July, with the peak period being the week of the Show (July 16th – 18th, 2025).

We’re eager to help you find the perfect role where you’ll have the best experience. Before applying, take a look at our available Volunteer Positions.

To apply, simply email [email protected] with your preferred area of interest and your availability. If you hold any relevant certifications, such as a driver’s license or blue card, please include that information as well.

All volunteers will receive a free one-day entry pass to the Cairns Show for each day they volunteer, whether before, during, or after the Show.

If you’re volunteering during the Show, you’re welcome to enjoy the Show once your duties are complete

Employment

Unfortunately the Cairns Show Association DOES NOT offer Paid Work opportunities prior to, during, or 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. 

The Showmen’s Guild regularly updates their Facebook page with any advertisements for Work opportunities.

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 or after the Cairns Show.

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