More information is being added regarding schedules, entries and how to pay. Please be sure to check back reguarly while we add this information.
Yard Dog
A yard dog competition is a popular event in rural and agricultural communities where working dogs showcase their skills in herding and managing livestock, typically sheep. These competitions are designed to test a dog’s ability to maneuver livestock through a series of obstacles and tasks, simulating the work they would do on a farm.
Yard dog competitions are a highlight at many agricultural shows, including the Queanbeyan Show, showcasing the incredible skill and teamwork between dogs and their handlers.
Pavilion
Pavilions serve as central hubs for visitors to explore a wide range of items, typically representing the best of the region’s agricultural, artistic, and culinary talents.
Pavilions are a key part of the agricultural show experience, providing a space where the community can come together to celebrate its achievements, share knowledge, and enjoy the diverse talents of its members.
Have a question about the pavilion? Reach out below and our steward will be in touch.
🌸 Young Woman Competition 🌸
Braidwood, Bungendore, and Queanbeyan come together to celebrate and support our region’s incredible young women!
Judging for all age groups will take place on TBC 2026 at TBC. While all entrants are judged on the same day, each town will have its own separate winners.
The Young Woman & Teen results will be announced on the evening, while the junior aged group winners will be announced at their respective shows.
Age Groups to be judged on TBC 2026:
Tiny Tot: 3yrs – 6yrs (Bungendore & Queanbeyan)Junior: 7yrs – 12yrs (Bungendore & Queanbeyan)Teen: 13yrs – 17yrs (Bungendore, Braidwood & Queanbeyan)Young Woman: 18yrs – 25yrs
(Bungendore, Braidwood & Queanbeyan)
Note: Braidwood’s Tiny Tot & Junior competition will be judged closer to the date of their 2026 show.
Contacts
For all enquiries, please see below for each show:
Queanbeyan Show
Millie: 0448 633 293
hello@queanbeyanshow.com.au
Bungendore Show
Ashley: 0447 744 868
Braidwood Show
Sarah: 0425 307 500
Wood Chop
The wood chop competition is one of the most exciting and traditional events at agricultural shows, drawing in crowds with its display of strength, skill, and precision. It’s a highly competitive and physically demanding sport where participants, often referred to as axemen (and increasingly, axewomen), compete in various chopping events.
Horses
| Saturday Heavy Horses & Harness Kid’s Gymkhana & Riders with Disabilities Sporting & Mini Jumping Adult’s Gymkhana Miniatures & Shetlands Brumby Challenge | Sunday Fashions on the Field Hunters & Adult Riders Hacks & Child Riders Small Breeds & Coloured Large Breeds Stock Horses |
Brumby Challenge
🐴 The Brumby Challenge is back at The Queanbeyan Show!
Watch Australia’s wild hearts shine as these incredible brumbies and their trainers go head-to-head in a series of thrilling classes — from working and sporting to jumping and more!
🌟 Feature event – Freestyle at 4pm, 8/11/25 in the Main Arena
🔥 Last year’s champ Ned Kelly set the bar high… will he be back to defend his title? Don’t miss the thrills, the bond, and the breathtaking talent of horse and rider in this crowd-favourite event!
Poultry Show
Beef Cattle
Returning again for the next Queanbeyan Show – bigger and better.
Proudly brought to you by the Whole Sale Sleeper Company and Honfar Pastoral.
This event promises to be a fantastic showcase of top-quality livestock, offering a unique opportunity to see and learn about different cattle breeds, care techniques, and breeding practices.
Dog High Jump
🐕 K9 Super Wall – Dog High Jump
Get ready for tails, leaps, and jaw-dropping jumps! Hosted by the one and only Farmer Dave, the K9 Super Wall will see talented dogs of all shapes and sizes show off their incredible athleticism, speed, and daring as they soar over the high jump.
Who will clear the highest and claim the title? Come along, cheer on these amazing canine athletes, and witness the K9 Super Wall in action — fun for the whole family!
Colouring in competition
Try you hand at our colouring in competition. Entries will be displayed in the Bendigo Bank Barnyard with winners to receive a fantastic prize.
Terms and Conditions
Entrants must be under the respective age limit at the time of submitting their entry.
Entries need to be received via PO Box or In Person to Show Office by Monday 03rd November to be eligible.
PO BOX 31 – Queanbeyan NSW 2620
Queanbeyan Show Office – Queanbeyan Showground, Glebe Avenue Queanbeyan NSW 2620
Two winners from each age range will be randomly drawn prior to start of show on 8th November. Entries to be displayed in Barnyard. Winners to collect prize from pavilion Sunday 8th November between 4:30pm and 5:15pm.
Entries will not be returned to entrants. Entrants give permission for their artwork to be utilised in future promotional material.
The 2026 colouring competition will be avaiable later in the year. Keep checking back.
