What's On at the Burnie Show & Agri-Expo
There’s plenty to see, do and explore across two big days at the Burnie Show & Agri-Expo.
From traditional agricultural events and animal displays to live entertainment, competitions, family activities, rides, markets and show-day favourites, there’s something happening right across the showgrounds.
All Day Events
- Wood Chopping (Saturday)
- Sheep Dog Trials
- Tractor Pulling
- Equestrian events
Competitions to Join
Friday
- Dagwood Dog Eating Competition
- Fashions in the Paddock
Saturday
- Hobby Horsing Competition
- Dog High Jump Competition
Both Days
- Kid's competition - Cottage Crafts Shed
- Kid's competition - Find Aggie!
Live Entertainment
Friday
- City of Burnie Brass Band
- Fashions in the Paddock
- HUMP. Entertainment — live music throughout the afternoon
Saturday
- Burnie Highland Pipe Band
- Burnie Ballet Academy
- Battle of the Bands, featuring:
- Hangar Queen
- SKURG
- Keystone
- Limerence
- Palm Theory
- Nira
- The Current Drifts
- Mule
- Halfhearted Pilgrimage
- Elsie Wylie
- Something or Rather
Things to Do
- Laser Tag
- Archery
- Pony Rides
- Giant Sand Pit
- Remote Control Vehicles
- Helicopter Flights
- Carnival Rides
- Side-Show Alley
- Fairy Tales & Pirate Sails
- Market Pavilion
- Outdoor Vendors
- Agricultural Exhibits
- Food Court
Things to See
- Cottage Crafts & Cooking Expo
- Snake Exhibit (North West Snake Catchers)
- Animal Nursery
- Small Animal Pavilion
- Small Ford vehicle display
- Historical military vehicle display (Defence Transport Heritage Tasmania)
- Swingle Hill Shires (Heavy horse exhibit)
- Van Diemens Sword Fighters
- Roving Magician (Saturday)
CANCELLED - Tasmanian Light Horse
With apologies, Tasmanian Light Horse is unable to attend the 2026 Burnie Show, due to unforseen circumstances. They look forward to attending in 2027.