INTERACTIVE ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Animal Nursery WHEN: 9.30am to 5.30pm (last entry at 5pm) daily WHERE: Expo Place Get ready to pat, cuddle and giggle your way through the cutest corner of the Ekka at the beloved Animal Nursery. From snuggly piglets and sleepy lambs to cheeky baby goats, chickens, ducklings, guinea pigs and rabbits, this farmyard haven houses more than 350 animals and is where smiles are born and hearts melt. Visitors can also meet the larger stars of the show, including llamas, alpacas, donkeys, sheep, calves, goats, and even a miniature horse! This year sees the return of the majestic Highland Cows with their shaggy coats, and the ever-popular ‘Goat Mountain’, showcasing these hooved climbers in action on an even bigger and better display. A must-do for city kids and curious adults alike, the Nursery offers a rare chance to get up close to animals they might only know from books. The experience is about more than just cuteness – it’s about creating lifelong connections to agriculture.
Cradle-a-Chick presented by Carnival Cruise Line WHEN: 9.30am to 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm) daily WHERE: Large Animal Pavilion – ground floor Get ready to fall beak over tail feathers for one of the sweetest experiences at this year’s Ekka – Cradle-a-Chick presented by Carnival Cruise Line. This hands-on encounter is the perfect blend of cuteness and curiosity. Visitors of all ages can gently cradle a fluffy baby chick in the palm of their hand, feeling the warmth and wonder of new life. It’s a chance to connect with nature and learn firsthand about the early stages of a chicken’s life cycle. One of the highlights? Witnessing a chick hatch right before your eyes in the specially designed incubator – a moment that delights kids and adults alike. More than just adorable, teaches the basics of animal care and responsibility, making it a cluck-worthy experience for young animal lovers and future farmers. Cradle-a-Chick has been so popular that we’ve extended its opening time by one hour this year - so come along and chirp hello. This is one egg-stra special moment you won’t want to miss at the Ekka! Plus, scan the QR code at Cradle-a-Chick for your chance to WIN* a 6-night Carnival Cruise Line Great Barrier Reef Cruise for 4! *T&Cs apply. Scan the QR code at the activation for full terms and conditions.
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