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TICKET INFORMATION

FAQ’S and TERMS & CONDITIONS at the bottom of the page.

One single day entry.

Adult – 18 years and over

 

Child – 5 to under 14 years

 

Child – under 5 years

  • FREE

 

Family Pass – 2 Adults + 2 Children

  • Families MUST enter at the same time
  • Children MUST be between the ages of 5 to under 14 years

 

REVIEW T&C’S

 

Concession / Pension

The Cairns Show accepts all valid Pension and Student Identification Cards that are Australian and Internationally issued. HOWEVER, they MUST be:

  • Current (within Expiry Date); and
  • In good condition (not bent, worn, torn, or unable to be read)

You MUST be able to provide the Identification Card to Gate/Ticket Staff upon Entry of the Cairns Showgrounds during the Cairns Show

 

REVIEW T&C’S

MEMBERSHIP

Membership Application Form

YOU MUST THOROUGHLY READ THE TERMS & CONDTIONS.

Become a Member of the Cairns Agricultural, Pastoral and Mining Association! Receive a range of benefits at the Cairns Show, Cairns Show Wine Awards, the Cairns Show Auto Spectacular, and more throughout the year!

NOTICE:

  • 2025 Membership Applications/Renewals:
  • OPEN: January 2025
  • CLOSE: Friday 11th July, 2025
  • Yearly Membership ends 31st of December, 2025.
  • The Cairns Agricultural, Pastoral and Mining Association HOLDS THE RIGHT to DENY Membership Applications and Renewals.
  • Membership is limited. 

ANNUAL MEMBER

Price: $95.00

Or pay $950.00 for a Permanent 10-Year Membership.

CAPMA members MUST be 18 years and over to receive the following benefits:

  • Exercise the ability to be present and vote on items at the CAPMA Annual General Meeting in November;
  • Quarterly Newsletter delivered via email;
  • One (1) Member’s Guest Shield gaining unrestricted, three-day entry to the Cairns Show (non-transferable, single person entry);
  • Access to the De Jarlais Member’s Pavilion during the Cairns Show (Buffet and bar not included in Membership. Payable to vendor on the day);
  • Access to Member’s Exclusive Deals during the Cairns Show at selected vendors;
  • Discounted Tickets to the Cairns Show Auto Spectacular in October; and
  • Discounted Tickets to the Cairns Show Wine Awards in June.

SHOWTIME MEMBER

Price: $55.00

SHOWTIME PROMOTION ONLY!

ShowTime Members receive the following benefits:

  • Quarterly Newsletter delivered via email;
  • One (1) Member’s Shield gaining unrestricted, three-day entry to the Cairns Show (non-transferable, single person entry);
  • Access to the De Jarlais Member’s Pavilion during the Cairns Show (Buffet and bar not included in Membership. Payable to vendor on the day); and
  • Access to Member’s Exclusive Deals during the Cairns Show at selected vendors. 

CONCESSION

Price: $17.00

CAPMA Members between 14 years to under 18 years receive the following benefits:

  • One (1) Member’s Shield gaining unrestricted, three-day entry to the Cairns Show (non-transferable, single person entry); and
  • Access to the De Jarlais Member’s Pavilion during the Cairns Show (Buffet and bar not included in Membership. Payable to vendor on the day).

Those under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times!

CAPMA Members 18 years or over receive the ABOVE, and the FOLLOWING additional benefits:

  • MUST hold and present a Valid Concessional Student Identification card;
  • Exercise the ability to be present and vote on items at the CAPMA Annual General Meeting in November;
  • Quarterly Newsletter delivered via email; and
  • Access to Member’s Exclusive Deals during the Cairns Show at selected vendors. 

CHILD

Price: $12.00

CAPMA Members MUST be 5 to under 14 years to receive the following benefits:

  • One (1) Member’s Shield gaining unrestricted, three day entry to the Cairns Show (single person entry); and
  • Access to the De Jarlais Member’s Pavilion during the Cairns Show (Buffet and bar NOT included in Membership. Payable to vendor on the day)

Those under the age of 18 years MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times!

TICKET INFORMATION

FAQ's

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

NOTICE: By purchasing a Cairns Show Ticket or Membership, you agree to comply with the Cairns Agricultural, Pastoral and Mining Association’s General, Entry, and Ticket Terms and Conditions.

Please review the Terms & Conditions prior to making a purchase

 

TICKETS

  • ALL Tickets can be used for ONE DAY (Any Day) of the Cairns Show. 
  • Family Pass includes 2 x Adult Tickets and 2 x Child Tickets.
  • Children must be aged 5 years of age to under 14 years of age at time of entry.

 

PASS OUTS

  • Pass outs are available for FREE at all gate entrances/exits within the Cairns Show precinct between 9am – 9pm.
  • Pass outs may ONLY be used for RE-ENTRY to the Cairns Showgrounds on the day of issue.
  • Only one (1) Pass out is allowed for each Ticket holder. 

 

BONUS DOLLARS

Bonus Dollars are NOT available online!

  • Only available at DFO Shopping Centre Ticket Booth from Saturday 22nd June – Tuesday 16th July, 9 am – 5 pm;
  • Or at the Cairns Showgrounds (Main Gate) Ticket Booth on Tuesday 16th July, 9 am – 5 pm.

Bonus Dollars CAN ONLY be USED in Sideshow Alley at the Cairns Show

  • Can be redeemed on the following:
  1. Rides, Food and Games.
  2. NOT redeemable on Showbags. 

LOST, STOLEN, DAMAGED OR UNUSED BONUS DOLLARS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED OR REPLACED.

 

COMPANION / PENSION ID CARDS

The Cairns Show accepts all valid Companion Identification Cards that are Australian and Internationally Issued. However, they must be:

  • Current (within the Expiry Date);
  • In good condition (not bent, worn, torn, or unable to read)
  • Be used to accompany a PAYING Companion Card Ticket Holder.
  • When used to accompany a Paying Companion Card Holder, their Companion will receive Free Entry for the duration of the Ticket (For example, One Day or Three Day Passes).

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THE IDENTIFICTION CARD TO GATE/TICKET STAFF UPON ENTRY OF THE CAIRNS SHOWGROUNDS DURING THE CAIRNS SHOW

 

ENTRY

  1. Personal scooters, skateboards, bicycles, roller blades, hover boards, Segway’s or other equipment that may interfere with pedestrian traffic are NOT permitted.

EXCEPTIONS: Mobility Scooters

Terms & Conditions

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

GENERAL

  1. A reference to “CAPMA” in these Terms and Conditions is to The Cairns Agricultural, Pastoral and Mining Association ABN 14 009 656 222 trading as The Cairns Show Association, Cairns Show and the Cairns Showgrounds.
  2. By purchasing a Cairns Show Ticket through CAPMA or its authorised agents you are acknowledging and agreeing to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, the General Terms and Conditions for Ticket Sales and Entry as well as any other conditions specified by the CAPMA on its website.
  3. The Ticket is issued for use at the 2024 Cairns Show from Wednesday 17th to Friday 19th of July. 
  4. A Ticket allows single (1) entry for that Ticket type only.
  5. CAPMA is not liable to give a refund or exchange the Ticket for cancellation of any reason.
  6. The 2024 Cairns Show will be operated in accordance with applicable Queensland Health directions in place at the time of the event, which are subject to change. Customers must comply with these requirements in place at the time of the event.
  7. The operation of some attractions may be affected by adverse weather conditions or maintenance activity.
  8. CAPMA reserves the right to add, withdraw or substitute artists, displays, exhibitions and attractions and/or vary advertised programs, prices, seating arrangements and audience capacity.
  9. CAPMA reserves the right to add, withdraw and/or limit the number of Tickets sold on promotion at any stage.

 

ENTRY

CAPMA reserves the right to inspect all bags and containers being brought into the Cairns Showgrounds and refuse entry to any person carrying any item that in the CAPMA’s absolute discretion is dangerous or prohibited.

  1. CAPMA reserves the right to refuse entry to any person whose Ticket is damaged, has been defaced in any way, does not have a fully visible barcode, or was not obtained through a Ticket seller authorised by CAPMA. List of authorised Ticket seller can be found on this page.
  2. CAPMA reserves the right to require the presentation of valid and current ID such as an Australian driver’s licence, Australian passport, or proof of age on a Concession, Child or Child (under 5) Ticket. Carer with a valid carer or companion card receives free entry if accompanying disabled person (1 carer per person). 
  3. Persons entering the Cairns Showgrounds do so at their own risk. CAPMA accepts no liability for any injury, loss or damage to any person or thing.
  4. Persons entering the Cairns Showgrounds waive all rights in relation to any photograph, image, or likeness of them produced whilst attending the Cairns Show. CAPMA retains all rights in all images it produces.
  5. No alcohol or drugs of any type shall be brought on to the premises.
  6. Personal scooters (except mobility scooters), skateboards, bicycles, roller blades, hover boards, Segway’s or other equipment that may interfere with pedestrian traffic are not permitted.
  7. CAPMA reserves the right to refuse entry or remove guests from the Cairns Showgrounds for vandalism, stealing, offensive behaviour, failure to follow safety instructions or failure to comply with these terms & conditions.

 

TICKETS

  1. ALL Ticket types can be used for ONE DAY (Any Day) of the Cairns Show. 
  2. Pass outs are available for free at all gate entrances/exits within the Cairns Show precinct between 9am – 9pm. Pass outs may only be used for re-entry to the Cairns Showgrounds on the day of issue. Only one (1) Pass out is allowed for each Ticket holder. 
  3. Adult Ticket available to those aged 18 years of and over at time of entry. Valid for one single entry.
  4. Child Ticket available to children aged 5 years of age to under 14 years of age at time of entry. Valid for one single entry.
  5. Child (under 5) Ticket available to children under 5 years at time of entry. Valid for one single entry.
  6. Concession / Pension Ticket available to those with accepted concession cards (includes full-time students, seniors, and other concessions). You must present an accepted concession card on entry to the Show. Valid for one single entry.
  7. Family Pass includes 2 x Adult Tickets and 2 x Child Tickets. Children must be aged 5 years of age to under 14 years of age at time of entry. Valid for one single entry.

 

MEMBERSHIP(S)

  1. Membership is available for those who wish to become a Member of the Cairns Show Association.
  2. ALL Membership types can be used for THREE DAY entry of the Cairns Show. 
  3. 2025 Membership Application/Renewals open January 2025.
  4. 2024 Membership Application/Renewals close July 11th 2025.
  5. Membership year ending 31st December 2025.
  6. The Cairns Show Association has the right to refuse your Application. 
  7. Limited Applications are accepted.
  8. Lost, stolen, or misplaced Shields will not be reissued. 

By purchasing a Cairns Show Ticket, Membership, and/or Bonus Dollars, the holder agrees to the CAPMA Copyright, Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.

Complimentary Ticket Requests

COMPLIMENTARY TICKET REQUESTS

NOTICE: Complimentary Ticket Request will be accepted via email only, please do not use the contact form.

The Cairns Show Association is pleased to offer Free Complimentary Admission Tickets to select Disability School/Groups or Aged Care Services in Cairns. While the Association tries to accommodate each Request, only select few are accepted each year. To enter, please read the following:

 

TO BE ELIGIBLE:

  • You must be associated with or represent a Disability School/Group or Aged Care Service (no other person, business, school, non-for-profit, or organisation will be accepted).

 

TO ENTER:

  • You must Present your Request on your Business Letterhead (attached to email) with;
  • Subject line: Cairns Show Complimentary Ticket Request, detailing;
  • How many Tickets you will need for your Members (remember, Companion Card Holders receive Free Entry with any one Ticket) as well as;
  • What your Business is about and;
  • How the Tickets will benefit your Disability Group also;
  • Add any relevant information you think will benefit your Request.
  • Once ready, send your Request to [email protected] (please ensure your Letter Head is attached).

 

DATES & DEADLINES

  • Applications Open: 1st of February
  • Typically, Applications Close: Friday of the Second Week of June (6 Weeks prior to the Cairns Show)
  • In 2025 all Ticket Requests will need to be received by: 6th June 2025
  • No late applications will be accepted!

Please note that not all Ticket Requests will be accepted. We thank you for your understanding.