Maleny Show
Maleny Show returns on June 2 & 3 2023, and is a great day out for the whole family.
As usual, the venue for the Show is the Maleny Showgrounds at 13 Stanley River Road Maleny
History and Significance of the Maleny Agricultural Show
The Maleny Show has a rich history dating back a hundred years.
Over the years, it has grown in popularity and size, becoming one of the biggest events on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The show attracts thousands of visitors each year, from locals and tourists, all eager to experience the best of regional Queensland.
Things to enjoy at the Maleny Show
There are a wide range of activities and entertainment for all ages, interests, and backgrounds.
One of the highlights of the show are the animal displays and competitions, where visitors can see stunning animals, including cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and pigs.
Farmers and Breeders showcase their best animals here in these competitions, to win ribbons and prizes, and the animals remain for visitors to enjoy.
For those interested in arts and crafts, the show also features displays and exhibitions, showcasing the talents of local artists and artisans.
There are stalls set up throughout the showgrounds, serving food and drinks, featuring local produce and specialty items.
Livestock Categories
There are many categories for judging of Horses, Ponies, Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle and Poultry etc.
You can watch the judging, at any of the 4 rings operating continually throughout each day
Show Jumping is a feature on both days, including a Friday evening session.
Those wishing to enter the livestock or jumping competitions can download entry forms and event schedules from the Maleny Show society here.
General & Pavilion Categories
There are also prizes and exhibitions for :
Cut Flowers, Pot Plants, Floral Art
Photography, Needlework, Wood Chopping
Embroidery, Tapestry, Farm Produce
Cooking, Cake Decorating, Lego
Sweets & Preserves, Handicrafts, Woodwork
and there is a Junior Handicrafts section.
Details and entry forms from The Maleny show Society can be downloaded here.
Entertainment
When you have admired the Livestock, and the entries in the Pavilion categories it’s time to enjoy the entertainment.
There are the ongoing Horse events but that is just the start.
You can enjoy Working Dog demonstrations, Live music, Pig racing and on Saturday don’t miss the Wood chopping competition.
There are roving entertainers, whip cracking lessons, Camp Oven cooking demonstrations, (and tastings), and even a Snake show
The kids will love the Animal nursery and the evening Fireworks displays both Friday and Saturday nights are always popular.
Naturally, no show would be complete without Showbags, Sideshow Alley, and Special Guests.
Maleny Show Special Guests for 2023
Dinkum Dinosaurs Show
Bluey & Bingo Live shows on Saturday only from 10am
The Maleny Show is a showcase of the best produce, livestock, and rural skills in the region. It is also an opportunity for visitors, especially children to learn about and appreciate our country’s agricultural heritage.
Sustainability Initiatives
In keeping with Maleny as a whole, the organizers have long been committed to reducing the environmental impact of the event. As such, the show will feature a range of sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives, such as reducing plastic waste and promoting recycling. Visitors are encouraged to support these initiatives by disposing of their waste responsibly and using recycling bins provided throughout the showgrounds.
Maleny Show day Parking
As with many major events, parking can be a hassle if you don’t have a plan. There is little on-street parking and that which is available usually means a considerable walk to the Showground.
By far the best solution is to take advantage of the 3 offsite parks arranged by the society.
Each is serviced by convenient shuttle buses running from 8am until late each day.
You can park for Free at :
Maleny Historical Society on the corner of McCarthy Rd and Maleny-Landsborough Rd. For those driving in from Landsborough, this is on your left a few kilometers before the Maleny Township.
Maleny High School on the corner of Bunya St and Tallowwood St. (Turn off the main street opposite Maleny Primary School)
Hooper’s Farm 44 Tallowwood St (enter from McCarthy Rd, Bunya St or Centenary Drive).
Community and Cultural Significance
The Maleny Agricultural Show plays an important role in promoting community spirit and bringing locals and visitors together. It provides a platform for the community to celebrate their shared love of the region. And, it also offers visitors an opportunity to learn more about the local community and the unique character of Maleny.
It is no surprise that many of the attendees of the Maleny Show come back year after year. The atmosphere is warm, friendly, and perfect for families. The variety of activities and exhibits mean there is likely to be something of interest for everyone. Adding the showbags, rides, animal nursery, entertainment and fireworks means the kids love it as well.
I hope you take the opportunity to visit and enjoy this genuine country show, if you do I suspect you too will enjoy it more than once.
Maleny Show Tickets
Tickets are available at the gate.
Single day passes are $15 for Adults, $10 for Pensioners & High School Students, and $5 for younger Children.
Two day passes are $25 for Adults, $20 for Pensioners & High School Students, and $10 for younger Children.
The Maleny Show Society
Maleny’s Agricultural Show is organized by the Maleny Show Society, a non-profit organization that was established in the late 1800s to promote the region’s agricultural and cultural heritage. The society is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who are passionate about preserving the region’s rural way of life and showcasing the latest developments in farming, craft, and art.
As the Glasshouse Country & Maleny News discovered, many of the Volunteers and their family members have been involved with the show for generations.
Volunteers and Organizers
The Show Society not only organise and promote the event. Its members and volunteers put in countless hours to ensure that it is a success, and their efforts do not go unnoticed. From setting up the stalls and exhibits, to organizing the competitions and entertainment. Volunteers also work throughout the event with ticketing, crowd control, and Logistics. They are the backbone of the show.
Thanks to the Maleny Business community.
Our local Business community are strong supporters of the Show. Together with prominent Families, and Community Groups, they provide sponsorship and prizes for most of the events. So,in a very real sense, the Maleny Show could not go on without them. These are some of the local businesses who make the show possible:
| The Crooked Fringe | Wild Transport | Custom Curtains & Shade |
| Legacy Properties | Maleny Food Co | Maleny Paints |
| Imelda’s on Maple | Forest Heart Eco Nursey | Maleny Landscaping |
| Maleny Physiotherapy | Nellies Creative Hair Design | Beerwah Small Engines |
| Maleny Communications | Maleny Auto Spares | Weston Earthmoving |
| DJ Sommer Homes | Judi Coey Optometry | Sommers Fuels |
| Maleny Hotel | Maleny Glass & Aluminium | Queensland Country Bank |
| Easton Lawyers | Saintsational Sausages | Rosetta Books |
| Mitre 10 Maleny | Divine Miniature Horse Stud | Woods Farms |
| Maleny & Hinterland Real Estate | Total Building & Construction | Maleny Veterinary Services |
| Maleny Service Centre | FS Johnston & Sons | Beerwah Food Barn |
| Beerwah Florist | Caloundra Floral Art |
Our apology to any those businesses we have missed.
See you at the Maleny Show.
