Ballarat Show adds parking lot and free shuttle buses for 2026
Extra paddock parking and free 15-minute shuttles prevent a repeat of last year's traffic gridlock.
Ballarat Show is ready for better crowds this year with extra parking and a free shuttle bus service. Last year's debut at the Mount Rowan site saw heavy traffic jams.
This year a second paddock on Rose Hill Road will handle extra parking. Shuttles will run every 15 minutes from the carpark to the main entrance.
The popular three-day show runs November 13 to 15. Organisers also expect drier conditions after last year's muddy grounds.
Queensland entertainer Dave Manchon will perform in the main arena with his Rooftop Express show. He performs Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday lunchtime.
Other attractions include woodchopping competitions, the Dachshund Dash, the Young Farmers Challenge, and Showbag Alley. Children's activities feature Farmer Darryl's animal farm, woodworking workshops, plant potting, and a farm discovery zone.
- November 13 to 15, 2026
- Show dates
- Every 15 minutes
- Shuttle frequency
- Rose Hill Road
- New parking location
- Dave Manchon
- Main entertainer
Why it mattersBetter parking and transport make the show more accessible for families. This reduces frustration from last year's traffic problems.
AustraliaBallarat families attending the show can expect easier parking and quicker entry this year, improving what was a frustrating experience in 2025.
