NEW! Lights, Camera, Action, Paws! WHEN: 12pm & 1pm daily WHERE: Show Ring
Farmyard Friends WHEN: 1pm, 2pm, 4pm & 5pm daily WHERE: Gregory Terrace Meet everyone’s favourite farmyard friends—Milo the Sheepdog, Daisy the Dairy Cow, Hayden the Horse and Barbara the Sheep—as they rove Gregory Terrace with the delightful Rhonda MacDonald! Don’t miss your chance to give the Ekka mascots a high five and snap a fun selfie. NEW! Cowboy Stilt Walker – Frans Vogels
Get ready for a tail-wagging, jaw-dropping show with Heidi Mackay - the Aussie animal trainer behind some of the country’s most amazing animal stars! With more than 30 years of experience, Heidi and her talented dogs bring the magic of film and TV straight to the Ekka. Watch in awe as these clever canines perform incredible tricks, showcase their skills, and steal the spotlight with charm and flair. From Hollywood blockbusters like Eden starring Jude Law and Sydney Sweeney to countless television commercials, Heidi’s furry friends know how to entertain. Heidi’s special bond with her animals is what makes every performance unforgettable - get ready to be amazed! Horsing Around presented by Queensland Off-the-Track, Presenting Partner of QOTT Showcase Showjump Events WHEN: 11am, 2pm & 3pm WHERE: Show Ring Join acclaimed horse trainer Dave Manchon at the Horsing Around Show presented by Queensland Off-The-Track. This engaging and educational show will shine a spotlight on the Queensland Off-The-Track program, showcasing the potential of retired racehorses as they transition into new lives beyond the track. Dave will be joined by some well-known off-the-track stars as he shares his expert training methods and the remarkable versatility of these equine athletes. From performance to personality, discover what’s possible when the pace slows down. Venomous Snake & Reptile Show WHEN: Every 30 minutes from 9.30am to 4.30pm daily WHERE: King Street Get up close and personal with some of Australia’s most fascinating reptiles at the Venomous Snake & Reptile Show run by Precision Reptiles. Head to the snake pit to see the world’s most venomous snakes in action and learn important tips on snake awareness and bite first aid. Then meet gentle snakes, lizards, and even a baby saltwater crocodile you can hold in the non-venomous photo booth. It’s educational, thrilling and perfect for reptile lovers of all ages!
WHEN: 11am & 1pm daily WHERE: Gregory Terrace
Making his Ekka debut, renowned Dutch theatre maker Frans Vogels will tower above the crowd as a stilt-walking cowboy! With a background in mime and pantomime, and theatre design training from the Academy of Art in Holland, Frans will bring theatrical flair to every step. Don’t miss your chance to be lassoed for a legendary photo! Yee-haw! Sheep Shearing Demonstrations WHEN: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2.30pm & 4pm daily WHERE: Sushi Hub Cat Precinct Step inside the shearing shed and experience the woolly magic of Australian agriculture, brought to life by expert sheep shearer Jonathan and skilled roustabout Mikayla. Jonathan will showcase both modern machine shearing and the art of traditional blade shearing, while Mikayla will demonstrate the precise technique of fleece throwing and share her impressive knowledge of wool handling and grading. Together, they’ll take visitors on a hands-on journey through the shearing process from paddock to product. Learn how wool is sorted, graded and transformed into everyday items, and gain insight into the hard work and precision that goes into Australia’s wool industry. Don’t miss this authentic and educational experience, celebrating the heritage and future of Australian wool. Miniature Pony Roller Race WHEN: August 12–17 (excluding the 16th) at 1pm WHERE: Main Arena Get ready for big laughs on tiny hooves! In this zany, high-energy show, jockeys donning colourful silks will strap on rollerblades and team up with miniature ponies for a race like no other. With the wheels doing the hard work and the ponies leading the way, it’s a riotous race of miniature proportions as riders roll, wobble, and whiz their way around the arena in pursuit of glory .
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