Food festivals in Brisbane

Ekka (Royal Queensland Show)

Queensland's royal show fills the Brisbane Showgrounds for nine days each August: livestock and woodchop by day, EkkaNITES by night, halls of award-winning produce and wine, and the show staple Strawberry Sundae.

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Dates and details checked September 9, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

Know before you go

  • Little Ekka ticket is free for children 4 and under; subscribers get discounted entry
  • The show is expected to be largely cashless; ATMs are on the grounds
  • Grand Parade of prize livestock is on Ekka People's Day, a Brisbane public holiday (Wed 11 Aug 2027)
  • Water refill stations around the grounds; bringing your own lunch is allowed

What to eat there

  • Ekka Strawberry Sundae
  • Dagwood Dog, the battered sausage on a stick
  • Steaks at the Royal Queensland Steakhouse presented by Kilcoy Global Foods
  • Woolworths Fresh Food Pavilion and the Gourmet Plaza

Where to eat nearby

Brisbane guide

Places from our Brisbane guide, nearest to the festival first.

Hôntô 650 m · Japanese · Fortitude Valley★ 4.8 Agnes 750 m · Fine dining★ 4.8 5 Dogs 800 m · Hot dog★ 4.6 Osbourne Hotel 850 m · Bars★ 4.3 Pig 'N' Whistle 850 m · Bars★ 4.5 Vietnam House 850 m · Casual dining★ 4.3

Eat your way around Brisbane while you are in town

Ekka (Royal Queensland Show) runs 7-15 Aug 2027. These are the food tours and tastings in Brisbane to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Hotels in Brisbane around 7 to 15 August 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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