Gate Access – Public:

Main Entrance – Gate B
Entrance options for Overflow parking  Gate A, B & C – See map  

Stall Holders – Gate A & C – See map) (Before 8am both days and after 4:30pm on Sunday)

Opening Hours
The Freds Pass Rural Show is open from 9 am to 10 pm Saturday and 9 am to 4 pm Sunday

Parking – See map 
Where can you park?

Public car park – drive along Blackadder Way extension road to public car park on the right-hand side.

Overflow car parking

• West from main public car park (old paintball area) (Pedestrian traffic entrance – Gate B Main Entrance )

• South of public car park on the left along Blackadder Way extension road (Pedestrian traffic entrance Gate B Main Entrance)
• Palmerston Field on right hand side parallel to Blackadder Way (Pedestrian traffic entrance Gate A Central Corridor)

• Freds Pass Reserve Market Shed parallel to Stuart Highway, turn right off Coulter Way (Pedestrian traffic walk along Melville Way to entrance Gate A on Central Corridor)

IMPORTANT: Please note that parking is subject to availability on the day, and space may not be guaranteed.
Due to limited parking space in peak times, once the main car park is full, traffic marshals will guide you to overflow parking. Please note there may be some walking involved from these areas, so if you are unable to walk, you can be dropped off at the drop-off zone and the driver will need to park in available overflow areas.

Accessible (Disabled) parking
For cars which display a Disabled Driver Permit on their windscreen, parking is available close to the main gate – subject to availability.

Drop Off Zone
There is an accessible drop off/pick up point for vehicles close to the main entrance of the venue (Gate B) – See map 

Getting Tickets

Tickets are available both at the gates and online. However, the most cost-effective way to purchase tickets is online – (Online tickets will be on sale in early 2025).  The cheapest tickets to the show are those bought online before the 1st May.  Even when the ticketing company fees are added to our online ticket prices, these tickets are still cheaper than buying your ticket at the gates (see the comparison tables below).  We encourage patrons to purchase their tickets online before getting to the entry gates to save money and gain express entry.

Please note that a standard booking fee charged by the ticketing company applies to online purchases.

Entry ticket prices (online and at the gate prices are different):

Family – 2 adults & 2 children 17 years and under

Child – 17 years and under

Visit our ticketing page – TBA

Ticketing Terms & Conditions

Payment & Cash
Come prepared. You can tap and go nearly everywhere at the show, but just in case there’s a technology glitch bring more cash than you think you’ll need!
There will be two ATMs at the showgrounds but if these go down, they could be unavailable for up to 2 hours or more. ATMs will be stationed near the food court.

What items can’t be brought into the show grounds?

•         No alcohol – soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages are permitted

•         No illicit drugs

•         No glass, knives, weapons, lasers or personal fireworks

•         No dogs (excepting certified assistance dogs)

Random bag searches may apply.

Accessibility and Facilities 

The Freds Pass Rural Show is committed to making our event safe, inclusive, and enjoyable for all.  Patrons should be aware that the showgrounds are set in a natural environment where there may be uneven ground, tree roots, gravel etc.  

Accessible (Disabled) Parking
There is accessible parking near the main entrance along Blackadder Way extension for those cars which display a Disabled Parking Permit on the windscreen. 

Accessible Toilets
Toilets with greater accessibility are located around the ground – they are within permanent structures and one additional portable option is  available. All portable toilets are gender neutral.
Portable option – near Lake View Hall on main thoroughfare
Permanent Structure – Next to show office on Central Corridor Rd (outside showgrounds)  

Assistant/Companion Dogs
Certified guide, hearing and assistance dogs are permitted entry to the Freds Pass Rural Show. Owners must carry their identification card and ensure their dog is wearing the correct badge accreditation.  

No other dogs are allowed in the show grounds.

Carers Card
Carers and companion Card holders will receive discounted entry in company of patron who requires support – See ticket description 

Drop off/Pick up Zone
There is an accessible drop off/pick up point for vehicles close to the main entrance of the venue – near Gate B. (See map)

Emergency Management
Emergency personnel have been trained on how best to assist people in the event of an emergency and to ensure all exits and assembly muster points are accessible. 

First Aid
St. John Ambulance First Aid Post is situated in the Showground near Lake View Hall. Trained officers will assist in the case of an emergency.

Lost Persons
Should you and your child become separated at the Freds Pass Rural Show, please alert Security personnel or a member of Freds Pass Rural Show staff – staff and volunteers will be wearing branded Freds Pass Rural Show shirts.

Lost/Found items
Report to the Competitions Office located on the showground near Lake View Hall.

Smoking Policy
The Freds Pass Rural Show encourages no smoking. One area has been set aside for smokers at the back of Lake View Hall on the mound – this area will be sign posted. There is strictly no eating or drinking within the smoking area.  Security and staff will be monitoring throughout the event.

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