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The 163nd Maitland Show will be held on 14, 15 & 16 February 2025
The first show of livestock, agricultural and other exhibits was held in the yards and shed of the Albion Inn, West Maitland in May 1842. The schedule of exhibits included wine, wheat, barley, maize, tobacco, cheese, butter, horses, cattle, sheep, pigs and ploughing implements. Recognition was given to servants with the longest service record, with the best testimonial as to character and to the person who ‘pays the greatest attention to the appearance and comfort to his cottage and garden’. No sheep or wine were exhibited. Winners were awarded a silver medal. Kip and sole leather from George Turner’s Tannery and Colonial Earthenware by Mr King of Irrawong were also exhibited. Mr Doyle’s oranges reportedly measured 14 inches in circumference.
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Ticket Pricing
Star attractions
- Rodeo
- Fireworks
- Rides – ride prices are set by the vendors. Please note there are no unlimited passes / ride bands
- Reptile Display
- Animal Nursery
- Fizzics Science Show
- Camel Racing
- Demolition Derby
Competitions on display
- Amateur Photography & International Salon of Photography
- Art
- Boer & Dairy Goats
- Cattle Clinic
- Dogs
- Honey
- Horses
- Handcraft displays
- Horticultural displays
- LEGO
- Woodchopping
- Livestock Exhibits
- Scarecrow Competition
- Woodwork
Our Program will be updated shortly
Do I need to Pre-book Tickets?
Tickets are now available online, 2 & 3 day passes are online only, single day gate entry on the day only, we strongly encourage you purchase tickets online.
Can my carer enter for free?
The NSW Companion Card program is for people with significant and permanent disability who need a high level of care in the community. The Companion Card allows a cardholder’s support person free entry into participating venues and events.
Discounted Tickets when purchasing online?
Yes, Early Bird Tickets are available online, you can save on entry fees until 31 January 2024.
Are there show passes online?
Yes, we have 2 & 3 day show passes online only
How much is entry?
You can find more details about ticketing options Maitland Show, Tickets Tab
Will parking be available?
Yes, there will be onsite parking and will cost $5 per car.
Will there be First Aid available?
Yes, St Johns will be onsite during our Show operating hours.
Will there be security at the Show?
Yes, we will have security guards during the course of our show over 3 days.
What are the dates of the event?
Maitland Show will be held at the Maitland Showground Fri 9am – 10 pm, 16 Feb – Sat 9am – 10pm, 17 Feb 2024 and Sun 9am – 3pm 18 Feb 2024.
Will there be collection for lost and found?
Yes, we will collect items handed into us and they will be available to pick up only from our Office the week after our Show Mon-Fri 9am – 2pm. After this time all items will be donated to a local op shop.
Are dogs allowed?
Registered Assistance Dogs with card are permitted, no pets, except for Competing Dogs.
Judging For The Future Courses
A series of short, free, video-based courses on the proper handling of cattle, sheep, poultry and alpacas by students and young competitors at our shows.
It is the responsibility of shows, competitors and exhibitors to provide proper and humane care and treatment of animals, so these have been created to educate and provide training in the basics of animal handling and care, the principles of animal welfare and show ring ethics, and animal wellbeing.
These courses help us help the next generation keep livestock competitions going and growing.
