FAQs

Tickets will go on sale early 2023. 

Please keep an eye on our website and social media pages for more information.

Disabled parking is available for people in possession of a blue badge, this is on a first come first served basis. Please note, a car parking charge of £10 is applicable.

There are disabled access toilets across the site as well as a high dependency changing unit.  The H.D.U incorporates many facilities for the disabled including a fully automatic tracking hoist, height-adjustable changing couch, support hand rails for ease of movement, and emergency call alarm.  There is more than adequate space in the changing area for the disabled person and up to two carers. A centrally placed toilet with room either side for the carers, and a curtain to allow the disabled person and carer some privacy.  This will be located outside door 3 at the Eikon shopping village.

To hire a mobility scooter for the Show contact Fair Price Mobility on 07850175620

The Balmoral Show is organised by the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society (RUAS).  You can find out more about the Society and about becoming a member on the membership section of the website. 

With so much happening over the 4 days, you’ll be entertained from dawn to dusk.  We have arranged our programme so that many activities are on several times a day, this means you can catch them when it suits you.  Pick up a copy of the free Map & Timetable when you arrive at the Show or check online in advance.

There are toilets located throughout the showgrounds.  This includes disabled toilets, baby changing and breast feeding facilities. 

There are baby changing and feeding facilities provided at the Show.  

Smoking is NOT PERMITTED in any enclosed building or space including in any of the Marquees.

We operate a strict no dogs policy at Balmoral Show with the exception of those taking part in displays or assistance dogs.  Visitors with dogs will not be able to enter the Show.  Dogs are not permitted to remain in cars in the car parks due to the risk of heat exhaustion.

First aid is provided at the First Aid Centre, situated in the centre of the showgrounds.  Ask a steward or official for assistance.

* If you are feeling unwell or experiencing symptoms associated with Coronavirus (COVID 19) do not attend the Show. 

We have invested heavily in improving our car parking facilities to keep delays to a minimum. Car parking attendants will guide you to a space.

The Balmoral Show attracts big crowds. This will inevitably result in some delays in entering the site at peak times. Using public transport can enhance your journey. For further info visit the Getting to the Show section of our website. Our best advice is to arrive early and purchase advance tickets so you can gain entry to the site quickly and efficiently.

Yes, please ask the attendant on the gate to stamp your hand.

The Balmoral Show is a must for younger visitors – and it’s FREE for Under 5s to enter. The Children’s Farm is a highlight for children of all ages.  You can view the Show timetable to help plan your visit. Free wristbands are available at the Show to write a parent/guardian’s phone number on which helps ensure that you are quickly reunited with your child should you become separated.  These can be collected from all entrances.

The majority of the Show has a rolling programme over the 4 days, so you can see the same things every day.  Certain classes of competitions are only held on particular days and Thursday is the main day for Young Farmers activities.

RUAS Membership allows entry to the Members’ Area with a private dining room and views overlooking the Main Arena. 

We have hundreds of quality trade stands brimming with lovely things to buy including homeware, garden furniture, fashion, artwork and jewellery.  The Eikon Shopping Village has everything from food to furnishings, coats to ceramics and shoes to sweaters.

Results of showing classes are available on the Show’s website under the Competitions tab.