Why the Coates Newcastle Show Is Great Value
Discover why the Coates Newcastle Show 2026 is one of the Hunter’s best-value family events. Hours of included entertainment with one entry ticket.
One Ticket. Hours of Entertainment.
The Coates Newcastle Show 2026 delivers three full days of entertainment, agriculture, arena action and family experiences, all included with your entry ticket. From 27 February to 1 March 2026, the Newcastle Showground transforms into a celebration of country and city, offering value that makes it one of the Hunter’s most affordable major events.
What’s Included With Your Entry?
When you purchase a ticket, you can enjoy hours of entertainment across the grounds without needing to pay extra at every turn.
Included Experiences
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Friday Night Macka's Bucking Bull Riding Rodeo
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9pm Fireworks on Friday & Saturday (supported by Hunter Ready Mixed Concrete)
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Working Dogs & Woodchop Competitions Supported by McCloy’s Group
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Gravity Bike Show presented Newpave
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Agricultural Displays & Livestock Competitions Support by Jenny Varley and GPA Financials
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Live Entertainment Across Multiple Stages supported by Tantos IT
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Displays and competitions inside the Varley Group Exhibition Centre
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Hands-on experiences in the Bendigo Bank Farmyard Nursery
Families can easily spend a full day exploring without additional costs beyond entry.
Designed for Families
We understand families are managing household budgets carefully. That’s why the Show focuses on delivering substantial entertainment within your entry price.
Instead of travelling to multiple venues across the city, you can experience:
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Arena action
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Animal encounters
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Community displays
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Live shows
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Nightly fireworks
ALL in one location!
What’s Not Included
To give you flexibility and choice, some attractions are operated independently and priced separately:
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Carnival rides
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Showbags
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Sideshow games
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Food and market stalls
You only pay for these if you choose to enjoy them.
