The Hawkesbury Agricultural Show is one of the largest and most popular regional agricultural shows in New South Wales, often described as “Where the Country Meets the City.” It’s held annually at the Hawkesbury Showground, 40 Racecourse Road, Clarendon, NSW, and attracts tens of thousands of visitors.
Key Details
Dates for 2026:
Friday 24 April: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday 25 April: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday 26 April: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMGetting There: Adjacent to Clarendon Train Station, with extra train services during the event. Travel on trains, metro, and light rail is included in your ticket. Free parking is available on-site (weather permitting).
History
The first Hawkesbury Show was held in 1845 at Clarendon, attracting around 3,000 people. Since 1879, it has been organised by the Hawkesbury District Agricultural Association (HDAA). It has only been cancelled a few times—during the 1919 flu epidemic, WWII (1941–1946), and in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Events and Attractions
Agricultural Exhibits: Livestock competitions, produce displays, and machinery.
Entertainment:
Fireworks on Friday and Saturday nights
Amusement rides and showbags
Woodchop Spectacular
Animal Nursery
Lego competition
Stunt shows (Airtime FMX Motorbike team, Hot Wheels Stunt Team)
Racing pigs and Hooked on Hounds
Community Displays: Arts, crafts, baking, and
Why It’s Special
It’s the second-largest agricultural show in NSW (after the Royal Easter Show) and offers a unique mix of rural heritage and modern entertainment, making it a highlight for families and visitors from across the state