Melbourne Country Show 2026, Caribbean Gardens

The Melbourne Country Show is coming to Caribbean Gardens these September school holidays, bringing affordable rides, monster trucks, fireworks, animals, entertainment and plenty of family fun.

Melbourne Country Show 2026

Known as The Value Show, the Melbourne Country Show has been created as an affordable family event, with entry tickets from just $5 and children’s rides starting from $2.50.

Running for ten days during the Melbourne school holidays, families can visit during the day for rides and animal experiences or stay into the evening for live entertainment, lights and nightly fireworks.

What’s On at the Melbourne Country Show

There will be plenty happening throughout the Melbourne Country Show, including:

• Monster trucks on Fridays and Saturdays
• Fireworks every night
• Teen and thrill ride zone
• Kiddies rides from $2.50 to $5
• Pony rides and camel rides
• Animal experiences
• Live music and line dancing
• Honky Tonk stage
• Market stalls
• Showbags
• Face painting
• Island of Lights photo zones
• Food trucks and traditional show treats

Monster Trucks and Fireworks

Monster trucks will be one of the major attractions, with shows held on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the event.

Every night will finish with a fireworks display, making it a great option for families looking for an evening activity during the September school holidays.

Affordable Family Fun

Entry tickets start from just $5, with adults paying children’s prices and family passes also available.

Ride prices vary, although the dedicated children’s ride zone will include rides priced between $2.50 and $5, helping families plan a fun day out without spending a fortune.

Melbourne Country Show Details

Event:
Melbourne Country Show
Dates/Times:
25 September to 4 October 2026, 12pm–10pm daily
Address:
Caribbean Gardens, 1280 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby
Website:
ticketebo.com.au/melbourne-country-show