INTERACTIVE ANIMAL ADVENTURES
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 Experience one of the sweetest moments on the farm! Cradle- a-Chick presented by Carnival Cruise Line gives visitors the chance to gently cradle a fluffy baby chick, feeling the warmth and wonder of new life, while learning about its incredible journey from egg to hatchling. This hands-on encounter is the perfect blend of cuteness and curiosity and this year the display will feature 150 hatching chicks in celebration of the Ekka’s 150th anniversary. 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, Cradle-a-Chick teaches the basics of animal care and responsibility, making it a cluck-worthy experience for young animal lovers and future farmers. This is one egg-stra special moment you won’t want to miss! Don’t forget to 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. NEW! The Goat Shed – A Farm Experience WHEN: 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, & 4:00pm daily WHERE: Large Animal Pavilion - ground floor Get up close with friendly dairy goats and their kids, watch live milking demonstrations and learn where goat milk comes from at The Goat Shed. Meet the farmers, ask questions, see kid feeding sessions, and enjoy a taste of fresh goat milk while learning about dairy goat farming. It’s a fun, educational experience for all ages that offers a genuine glimpse into life on the farm.
Qld Beef Up Close presented by Meat & Livestock Australia WHEN: 10.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 3.30pm & 5pm daily WHERE: Large Animal Pavilion - ground floor Curious about Queensland’s beef industry? Step behind the farm gate at Qld Beef Up Close presented by Meat & Livestock Australia. These interactive sessions offer a unique opportunity to get up close to some of the largest bulls at the Show while hearing firsthand from producers and industry experts about sustainable farming, raising beef cattle, and what life is like on the land for a beef producer. Packed with educational content, each session seats up to 100 people and includes the chance to meet one of these impressive beasts. Perfect for families, students and anyone interested in the beef cattle industry. NEW !Ekka Animal Trail – 2026 Collectable Pins - in partnership with 7NEWS Where: Various Locations Follow the new Ekka Animal Trail in partnership with 7News to see and learn about Dairy Goats, Sheep, Horses, Fish, and Dogs while collecting a special pin at each stop. Across five animal destinations, children can enjoy hands-on discovery, learn more about Ekka’s favourite farmyard friends, and build their own set of keepsake pins. For just $7, young showgoers will receive six collectable pins, including an official 2026 Royal Queensland Show pin, creating a fun memento of their visit to the 150th Ekka.
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