Balmoral Show 2025: Everything you need to know before you go

Are you heading to the show this week? 🐮🐷🐔

Author: Emma DicksonPublished 6th May 2025

It's almost time for thousands of agricultural fans to visit Lisburn's Eikon Exhibition Centre for the 156th Balmoral Show.

📍 Wednesday 14th May to Saturday 17th May 2025

The show features over 750 trade stands, livestock competitions, international showjumping, and the popular NI Food Pavilion.

New additions include a Breeding Heifer class and enhanced sensory and wellbeing areas for visitors.

With something for all ages, it’s a must-visit celebration of rural life and innovation.

How to get tickets to the Balmoral Show:

Tickets should be purchased online pre-Show to avoid queues on admission. Online advance tickets are sold at a discounted rate.

Visit balmoralshow.co.uk to purchase tickets.

Can I park my car at the Balmoral Show?

Car parking is £10 per car. Please note, car parking can be paid by cash only.

What to look out for at Balmoral Show…

The event offers a vibrant mix of agriculture, entertainment, and family fun, celebrating Northern Ireland’s rural heritage.

MAIN ARENA - Packed with many exhilarating attractions over the four days, the Main Arena is home to the showjumping competitions, JCB Dancing Diggers and Band Performances.

DOWNTOWN SHOW STAGE - A crowd favourite at the Show, the Downtown Stage offers hours of entertainment in a seated catering area right beside the Main Arena. We'll have live radio shows, performances from Colin Graham, Jason Hughes, Rock Choir & line-dancing classes.

NI FOOD PAVILION - Local food and drink companies showcase the very best of local produce in the NI Food Pavilion. Top tip for the show, come hungry 😉

SHOPPING VILLAGE - The Balmoral Show has hundreds of trade stands both indoors and outdoors, everything from fresh flowers and local produce to local make-up/hair/clothing brands.

Pick up a copy of the free Map & Timetable when you arrive at the Show for a full list of events across the site. Of check out their handy app 👇

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