6–7 March 2027 • Official Program

2027 Show Program

Explore daily attractions, ring events, and pavilion showcases held across the Goulburn Recreation Area. The show is open Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Individual event times will be announced once the schedule is finalised.

Goulburn Show woodchopping competition in golden sunlight with flying woodchips
Main Arena

Main Arena & Ring Events

Thrilling equestrian showjumping, grand parade, and heavy horse displays.

Open Ring Equestrian & Showjumping Classes

Official qualifying ring classes, hack events, and junior jumping.

Championship Woodchopping & Axemen Contest

Regional and interstate axemen competing in underhand and standing tree block events.

Grand Parade & Opening Ceremony by the President

Featuring champion cattle, prize sheep, vintage tractors, and official opening remarks.

Goulburn Recreation AreaSchedule Subject to Arena Conditions
Goulburn Show pavilion craft exhibits with homemade jams and prize ribbons
Pavilion Exhibits

Pavilion Exhibits

Finest regional fleeces, preserves, floral art, photography, and school crafts.

Veolia Arena Pavilion Doors Open

Exhibition halls open for public viewing across all competitive craft and culinary sections.

CWA Devonshire Tea & Scone Judging Presentation

Traditional tea service alongside the annual Country Women's Association ribbon announcements.

Goulburn Recreation AreaSchedule Subject to Arena Conditions
Children gently petting lambs in a straw-filled animal nursery
Family

Family & Kids Entertainment

Interactive petting farm, shearing demonstrations, sideshow alley, and roving performers.

Old Macdonald's Farm Animal Nursery

Hands-on baby farm animal feeding, duckling pond, and young goat paddocks.

Shearing & Woolhandling Demonstrations

Live commentary and blade-to-machine wool harvesting demonstrations by local shearers.

Goulburn Recreation AreaSchedule Subject to Arena Conditions
Ground Map

Showground Map & Facilities

Navigate your way around the Goulburn Recreation Area.

2026 Goulburn Show ground map

Interactive ground layout featuring Arena Gates, Veolia Arena, Cattle Rings, Poultry Pavilion, Sideshow Alley, and Disabled Parking.

Orientation & Access
The showgrounds span over 20 hectares with easy paved walkways linking the main pavilions. Accessible rest facilities and first aid stations are staffed throughout both days.
Venue Location
Goulburn Recreation Area, 47 Braidwood Road
Accessibility
Dedicated disabled parking at Gate 2 with step-free entry
First Aid & Security
Stationed centrally adjacent to the Secretary's Office
General Parking
On-ground parking accessible via Gate 1 & Gate 3
Download Printable Map (PDF)
Download printable copy for offline reference
Young girl gently petting a calf at the Goulburn Show animal pavilion

Gentle interaction at the cattle pavilion during open judging.

Biosecurity and keeping safe around animals

Safety & Biosecurity Around Animals

Interacting with farm animals is a highlight of the Goulburn Show. To keep both visitors and livestock healthy, please observe our practical biosecurity guidelines.

Wash Hands Frequently

Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after touching animals or entering livestock yards. Handwash stations are located at every barn exit.

Supervise Young Children

Keep little ones within arm's reach. Avoid sudden loud noises or running behind horses and cattle.

Respect Ringside Barriers

Please remain behind safety ropes and arena fencing at all times unless authorised by an event steward.

No Outside Animal Food

Only feed animals with approved feed provided by exhibitors or nursery attendants to prevent dietary illness.

Goulburn A, P & H Society Inc

Principal organisation promoting the Goulburn Annual Show. Established 1880. Over 160 years of regional agricultural heritage and community tradition.

Show Navigation

Showground & Office

47 Braidwood Road, Goulburn, NSW, 2580
Office HoursMonday to Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Official ticketing partner via 123 Tix

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