The show is located at the Livingstone Recreation Reserve, 40 minutes south of Darwin CBD. Drive straight down the Stuart Highway and don’t turn off till you get to Livingstone Road. Turn right off the highway into LIvingstone Road and follow the signs to the showgrounds and parking areas – 1 minute off Stuart Hwy.
Don’t follow directions from web-based mapping and navigation services – you may end up down a dead-end back road!
Gate Access:
Main Public Entrance Gate – Livingstone Recreation Reserve off Livingstone Rd – Follow signs from car parking area – see map
Stall Holders’ vehicle entrances – Gate marked Stall Holders & Equestrian – left into Litchfield Horse & Pony Club off Livingstone Rd (entering from Stuart Hwy end) (Before 8am both days and after 4:30pm on Sunday) see map
Opening Hours
The Litchfield Rural Show is open from 9am to 9:30pm Saturday and 9am to 4pm Sunday
Parking – See Map
Where can you park?
Public car park – Drive along Livingstone Road off Stuart Hwy for 1 minute, then enter into Livingstone Recreation Reserve’s main bitumen access road – left off Livingstone Rd (entering from Stuart Hwy end) See Map
IMPORTANT: Please note that parking is subject to availability on the day, and space may not be guaranteed.
Our new location offers a large area of parking directly adjacent to our showgrounds. Please note there may be some walking involved from certain areas, so if you have mobility issues or a lot of gear, you can be dropped off at the drop-off zone and the driver can then park in available areas. No parking is permitted along the sides of Livingstone Road due to safety issues.
Accessible (Disabled) parking – See map
For cars which display a Disabled Driver Permit on their windscreen, parking is available close to the main gate – subject to availability.
Drop Off Zone
There is an accessible drop off/pick up point for vehicles close to the main entrance of the venue – see map
Strictly no parking in this area.
EARLY BIRD ONLINE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE TILL 30TH APRIL 2026
Getting Tickets
Tickets are available both online and at the gates. However, the most cost-effective way to purchase tickets is online before the 1st May. Even when the ticketing company fees are added to our online ticket prices, these tickets are still cheaper than buying your ticket at the gates (see the comparison tables below). We encourage patrons to purchase their tickets online before getting to the entry gates to save money and gain express entry.
Please note that a standard booking fee charged by the ticketing company applies to online and gate purchases.
Entry ticket prices 2026 (online tickets are cheaper than gate purchase)
| Early Bird Online Special* | 2-Day Advantage Pass | Single Day Entry |
| Available to Midnight 30th April | ||
| Early Bird Special Adult | $30 | $16 |
| Early Bird Special Child | $9 | $5 |
| Children 4 years & under | FREE | FREE |
| Disability/Carer/Companion/Aged Pension/Seniors Card holders | $9 | $5 |
| Family | $65 | $37 |
| Car Pass to Members Carpark | $5 | Not Available |
| * Ticketing fees apply | ||
| Online Specials* | 2-Day Pass | Single Day Entry |
| Available from 1st May to end of show 24th May | ||
| Online Adult | $35 | $20 |
| Online Child | $13 | $8 |
| Children 4 years & under | FREE | FREE |
| Disability/Carer/Companion/Aged Pension/Seniors Card holders | $13 | $8 |
| Family | $95 | $50 |
| * Ticketing fees apply | ||
Show Day Gate Sales (cash or *EFTPOS) | 2-Day Pass | Single Day Entry |
| Show Day Sales Adult | $40 | $25 |
| Show Day Sales Child | $15 | $10 |
| Children 4 years & under | FREE | FREE |
| Disability/Carer/Companion/Aged Pension/Seniors Card holders | $15 | $10 |
| Show Day Sales Family | $100 | $55 |
Types of tickets
Family – 2 adults & 2 children 17 years and under
Child – 17 years and under
Concession – Disability/Carer/Companion/Aged Pension/Seniors Card holders only
Children 4 years and under are free (but please register them with their free pass when buying your tickets)
Car Passes to the Members Carpark are only available for purchase to adults who buy an Early Bird 2-day Advantage Pass, and are limited to the first 100 buyers due to restricted space
One day tickets – can be used on either Saturday or Sunday, giving you last minute flexibility.
Payment & Cash
Come prepared. You can tap and go nearly everywhere at the show, but just in case there’s a technology glitch bring more cash than you think you’ll need!
There will be two ATMs at the showgrounds but if these go down, they could be unavailable for up to 2 hours or more. ATMs will be stationed near the food court.
What items can’t be brought into the show grounds?
• No alcohol – soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages are permitted
• No illicit drugs
• No glass, knives, weapons, lasers or personal fireworks
• No dogs (excepting certified assistance dogs and those registered for the Novelty Dog Show)
Random bag searches may apply.
Accessibility and Facilities
The Litchfield Rural Show is committed to making our event safe, inclusive, and enjoyable for all. Patrons should be aware that the showgrounds are set in a natural environment where there may be uneven ground, tree roots, gravel and dust.
Accessible (Disabled) Parking
There is accessible parking near the main entrance for those cars which display a Disabled Parking Permit on the windscreen. See Map
Accessible Toilets
Toilets with greater accessibility are located at the back of the 34 Mile Bar (Livingstone Hall) – they are within permanent structures and one additional portable option is available. All portable toilets are gender neutral.
Portable option – near playground & Stage area
Permanent Structure – located at the back of the 34 Mile Bar (Livingstone Hall) See Map
Assistant/Companion Dogs
Certified guide, hearing and assistance dogs are permitted entry to the Litchfield Rural Show. Owners must carry their identification card and ensure their dog is wearing the correct badge accreditation.
No other dogs are allowed in the show grounds. Exceptions are dogs registered in the Novelty Dog Show, which are only allowed on the showgrounds for the duration of their competition.
Carers Card
Carers and companion Card holders will receive discounted entry in company of patron who require support – See ticket description
Free Water Stations
There will be free water stations around the showgrounds with the main water station near the food court.
Information Booth
You will find the Information Booth as you come through the main entrance. The Information Booth also sells our Outback Track bags for kids.
Drop off/Pick up Zone
There is an accessible drop off/pick up point for vehicles close to the main entrance of the venue. See map
ATM’s
There will be two ATMs at the showgrounds but if they malfunction, they could be unavailable for up to 2 hours or more. ATMs will be stationed near the main gate entrance. (It is advised to bring cash in case ATM’s malfunction)
Emergency Management
Emergency personnel have been trained on how best to assist people in the event of an emergency and to ensure all exits and assembly muster points are accessible.
First Aid
St. John Ambulance First Aid Post is situated in the Showground (See Map). Trained officers will assist in the case of an emergency.
Lost Persons
Should you and your child become separated at the Litchfield Rural Show, please alert Security personnel or a member of Litchfield Rural Show staff – staff and volunteers will be wearing branded Litchfield Rural Show shirts.
Lost/Found items
Report to the Litchfield Rural Show office just inside main entrance.
Smoking Policy
The Litchfield Rural Show encourages no smoking. Two areas have been set aside for smokers (See Map). the areas will be sign posted. There is strictly no eating or drinking within the smoking area. Security and staff will be monitoring throughout the event.
2027 PROGRAM OF EVENTS will be displayed closer to the show