Sydney Royal Easter Show 2026

Showbags, snack breaks and a full day out.

Some Sydney events ask for a few hours. The Sydney Royal Easter Show usually takes the whole day and then some. From animal encounters and carnival rides to showbags, live entertainment and food worth queueing for, it has a way of turning grown adults into kids again. Held at Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park from 2 to 13 April 2026, the Show brings together rural traditions, family favourites and big-event energy on a scale only Sydney really does.

Why families stay at Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport

The Easter Show is rarely a short outing. It is a full day of rides, crowds, showbags, animal pavilions, snack stops and constant movement, which is exactly why the stay afterwards matters.

Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport gives families a more comfortable way to do it. After a long day at Sydney Olympic Park, you can come back to a refurbished room, put the bags down, order dinner with 24-hour in-room dining, or keep things simple with a meal at Biggles Bar & Grill. Sirocco also makes breakfast easy the next morning, which helps when the day before has been full of carnival food, late nights and a lot of walking.

For families looking for accommodation near the Sydney Olympic Park, it is a practical option that gives everyone a chance to slow down properly once the fun is over.

How to get to Sydney Olympic Park

• By train: Head to Mascot Station, travel toward Lidcombe, then change for the Olympic Park service. Olympic Park Station is the closest station for Sydney Showground, and the walk into the precinct is short and well signposted. Easter Show tickets include same-day return public transport, which makes train travel the easiest option for many visitors. Allow around 45 to 55 minutes, depending on connection times.
• By rideshare or taxi: Pick-up is available from the hotel entrance. The drive to Sydney Olympic Park usually takes around 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic and time of day.
• Driving and parking: Parking is available in and around Sydney Olympic Park, but demand is high throughout the Easter Show period. Public transport is usually the easier option, especially on weekends and public holidays.

Stay close to the Easter fun

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is the kind of day that feels better when no one has to rush it. Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport gives you an easy place to start, finish and reset, with Sydney Olympic Park within reach and everything you need once the showbags hit the floor.

Images credit: Destination NSW