Upcoming Events
Ipswich Circus Festival 10 to 11 July 2026
Where the extraordinary comes to play.
Friday | 7pm | Gala Cabaret (18+)
Roll up for a dazzling evening of circus arts in an intimate cabaret setting - think acrobatics, contortion, juggling, and live music under the lights.
Saturday | 10am–4pm | Community Day
The big top energy spills into the streets! With roving performers and youth circus showcases, there's something for every age and every level of brave. Add on workshops - acrobatics, high-impact tumbling, German wheel, acro-yoga - or just have a go at juggling, hula hoops, and more in our come-and-try spaces.
Winter Meat Feast Twilight Carnival 2026
Fire up your appetite at the Winter Meat Feast, with smoky BBQ aromas, slow-cooked meats and mouth-watering food creations fresh off the grill.
Enjoy a feast of flavours from specialty meat vendors and a variety food trucks (with delicious options available for vegetarians and other dietary needs), grab a drink from the licensed bar, and soak up the atmosphere with live country music and join in the line dancing fun. There'll also be market stalls to browse, carnival rides and plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained.
And when the sun goes down, make your way to the spectacular bonfire – the ultimate centrepiece of an unforgettable winter night at the Ipswich Showgrounds.
* Food trucks
* BBQ & smoked meat masters
* Live country music
* Line dancing
* Licensed bar
* Bonfire
* Mini Sideshow Alley with rides & games
* Market Stalls – arts, craft & pre-loved
& MORE!
3pm - 8pm
$5 General Admission – 12 & Under Free!
Stallholder applications now open.
Southside Collective Markets - PRELOVED MARKET
8:00am – 12:00pm | Reception Centre
FREE ENTRY
Looking for something fun, affordable and a little bit different to do on a Sunday morning?Join us at the Ipswich Showgrounds for a fantastic morning of bargain hunting, treasure finding, community vibes and family fun!
Browse stalls packed with preloved fashion, household goodies, toys, books, collectibles, vintage finds and all sorts of hidden treasures waiting for a new home.
Don't forget to visit our Community Free Giveaway Space where you can fill your own bag with FREE items! That's right... FREE!
Event organiser: Southside Collective Markets
Contact: 0417 443 837 or southsidecollectivemarket@gmail.com
Ipswich Plant Swap
9:30am - 11:30am | Front Market Area
FREE ENTRY
Swap meet and free workshop. No-Cost Propagating. Learn ways to grow plants for free, using recycled materials at home.
Event organiser: Ipswich Plant Swap
Contact: ipswichplantswap@gmail.com
Antique & Collectables Fair
8:00am to 2:00pm | Events Centre
Discover thousands of antiques, vintage treasures and collectables at the - set to be the biggest Ipswich fair yet.
Held fully indoors at the Ipswich Showgrounds, this massive event is a must-visit for collectors, vintage lovers and weekend treasure hunters alike.
Spend the day exploring aisles packed with unique and hard-to-find pieces including antique jewellery, gold and silver items, coins and stamps, vintage toys, records and music memorabilia, pottery and porcelain treasures, coloured and uranium glassware, retro homewares, kitchenalia, dolls, haberdashery and linen, vintage tools, military and nautical collectables, oil lamps, man cave treasures, art deco pieces and much more.
Whether you are searching for a rare collectable, a statement piece for your home, or simply enjoy the thrill of the hunt, there is something for every interest and budget.
With a welcoming indoor atmosphere, onsite café serving breakfast and lunch options, and ATM facilities available, the Ipswich Antique, Collectable & Record Fair offers a fantastic day out for the whole family.
Admission: Adults $8 | Under 14s Free
Event organiser: Aussie Fairs – Collectormania
Stallholder or event enquiries: ellen.aussiefairs@outlook.com
Stamp Club Annual Fair
Reception Centre
Numerous clubs from SE Queensland attend, with their club books, thus giving members and visitors access to stamps for sale which would not normally be available to them. An auction is always held, usually with 200-300 lots, providing something of interest to every collector.
BULL-O-RAMA July 2026
Join us for the ultimate adrenaline-fuelled action as you watch bull-riding cowboys take on some of the country’s meanest bulls. Featuring novice bulls, mini bulls, junior bulls, and of course, the main event, the open bull ride, providing non-stop action from start to finish. Including a licenced bar, scrumptious food trucks, market stalls and non-stop entertainment.
After Party with entertainment from DJ Willie Pake!
4:00 pm | Gates open
5:30 pm | Bull Ride starts
8:15 pm | After Party commences
10:00 pm | Event concludes
Tickets start from $15
Stallholder applications now open.
Kambu Health Annual Gala Ball 2026
6.00pm | Event Centre
Join Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health (Kambu Health) as we celebrate 50 years of community-controlled healthcare. The Kambu Health Annual Gala Ball 2026 is more than an event - it’s a milestone moment.
What to expect:
A bespoke three-course dinner inspired by native flavours
Special guest Olivia Coe Fox, 21-year-old Wiradjuri woman from Sydney who made history on The Voice Australia (2025) as the first contestant to perform in Aboriginal language
Live entertainment, music, and comedy
Commemorative moments celebrating 50 years
A night to remember filled with community, culture, and connection
With nearly 300 guests attending last year, this highly anticipated event is a standout on the Ipswich social calendar.
Event Organiser Contact: Kambu Health
OUTDOOR LIVING, 4X4 & CARAVAN EXPO
The Outdoor Living, 4WD & Caravan Expo is coming to Ipswich - mark your calendars!
If you're a business and would like to be involved, now is your chance, fill out an EOI below.
