Entertainment at the 2009 Royal Hobart Show

We are pleased to welcome back previous favourites as well as new and exciting entertainment for our patrons’ enjoyment this year.

Arena

Duck Fashion

Come and see the latest fashions from the duck world including evening wear, off to the races and bridal wear.

Learn more about the latest duck fashion...

Mr Punch and the Pelican Puppets

Pelican Puppets have been performing puppet shows in every state and territory in Australia since 1994.

Meet Mr Punch and the Pelican Puppets ...

Fusion Fun

There’ll be fun, laughter and smiles with Fusion in the main arena at the Royal Hobart Show this year.

Join in the games and activities...

Cricket Tasmania

For all those budding Tassie Tigers, WIN Television and Cricket Tasmania are once again offering free children's cricket activities.

Meet and greet professional cricketers ...

Vertigo

A sensory adventure that brings a  feeling of thrill and excitement to visitors of all ages. It can be as extreme as you want!

Get your dose of adrenalin at the show...

Croquet

Come and try croquet at the Hobart Show – there are free games and lessons. It's fun! it's social, and it’s for everyone!

Give croquet a try ...

The MAC

The MAC consists of a bus and a covered tandem trailer which contains sporting and recreational equipment.

Discover more about the MAC ...

Arena - Track

WSM Motorcycle Display

See Tassies Top 3 FMX Riders pushing their limits over 4 action packed days! These boys will have you Gasping for breath!

See them unleash hell ...

Historic Cart Rides

The Tasmanian Draught Horse Association is once again proud to be providing free cart rides at this year's Royal Show.

Get the details on free cart rides...

Australia's Federation Guard

Australia's Federation Guard has gained a reputation as Australia's premier ceremonial unit both within Australia and internationally.

Learn more about Australia's Federation Guard

Australian Army Band

The role of Australian Army Band Tasmania is to provide music for Defence training, ceremonial occasions and functions..

More info about the Australian Army Band

Tractor in the Grand Parade

The Grand Parade is one of the show highlights. The main arena is filled with all kinds of animals and vintage vehicles.

Discover more about this spectacular sight ...

Show Pavilion - Edge Radio Stage

AirBourne Footprintz

The AirBourne Footprintz Crew will be performing Breakdancing at this year's Royal Hobart Show.

Watch the throw down their skills...

Clive Peeters cooking demonstration

Visit the Show Pavilion stage for a cooking demonstration with our friends from Clive Peeters.

See larger photo of cooking demonstration...

Mr Beep

Behold the amazing Mr Beep! A spectacular magician whose bag of tricks has appeared at many children's parties and playgroups.

Discover the magic of Mr Beep...

Mercury Yeltuor Fashion Show

See a dazzling display of Spring/Summer fashions from Hobart's leading fashion house at the Royal Hobart Show this Year!

Learn more about the Fashion Show...

Eternal Dance Studio

A fantastic dance studio offering lessons from ages 4 to adult within a safe, fun, groovy environment.

Get into the groove...

Fine Food Gallery

Velvet

Velvet is an ‘easy listening’ acoustic duo comprising vocalist Amanda MacDougall and guitarist Joshua Combes.

Enjoy Velvet's repertoire of music...

Billy Whitton

Billy tailors his performance to suit the occasion, whether it's background guitar solos or classic songs from the 60’s, 70’s or 80’s

Get to know the crooner of Hobart ...

Friday Night

Promo Jumping

The best showjumpers in the state and this years programme is an exciting one for both competitors and spectators!

See what's happening this year...

Southern Districts Concert Band

Southern Districts Concert Band is a small concert band of enthusiastic musicians ranging in age from 15 to 75.

Share their love of music...

 

Ben – Whipcracker

Launceston based Ben Hughes is is the most outstanding whipcracking performer found in the whole world!

Meet the whipcracker himself...

WSM Motorcycle Display

See Tassies Top 3 Fmx Riders pushing their limits over 4 action packed days! These boys will have you Gasping for breath!

See them unleash hell ...

Taiko Drummers

Japanese drumming known as Taiko, is a art form originating in the festivals and rituals of the agricultural society of ancient Japan.

More about this visually spectacular art form...

Massed Pipes and Drums

A selection of march, dance and popular Scottish music utilizing Bagpipes, snare drums and bass and tenor drums.

See the band in traditional costume ...

The Saddle Club

The children’s drama series about young girls and their adventures with their horses, based on the popular novels by Bonnie Bryant.

Come and meet the Australian cast...

Miscellaneous Locations

MAKE BELIEVE FARM Experience

Join Scarecrow as she takes you on a musical journey around the MAKEBELIEVE FARM. Help feed chooks, milk a cow and more!

Get down to MAKEBELIEVE FARM ...

Defence

See interactive displays showcasing Army vehicles, night vision tubes, flight simulators, motrar tubes and much more….

Learn more about defence...

Hobart Vintage Machinery Society

The display of vintage machinery has long been a feature at the Royal Hobart Show and extends back to at least 1973.

See what's on display this year...

Old Bits & Pieces Club logo

The Bits Pieces Club displays vintage tractors, vintage Engines, horse drawn implements, and all sorts of heritage items.

Dive into the bits and pieces...

Veteran Vintage Car Club logo

The Vintage Car Club has over 750 members Statewide with a collection of more than 1000 cars, motor cycles and trucks.

See what's on display this year...

Tasmania Fire Museum

The Vintage Car Club has over 750 members Statewide with a collection of more than 1000 cars, motor cycles and trucks.

See what's on display this year...

Roving

Stilt Walkers

Watch out they are tall!
Try and catch one of the many varied stilt walkers appearing at the Royal Hobart Show

Meet the friendly Stilt Walkers ...

Sands Family Lady Beetles

A bedlam of beautiful bouncing bipedal beetles balancing boldly between bouts of bashful and batty behaviour.

Prepare to be bamboozled ...

Mercury Fashion Awards Break Dancing Dog Pink Furmingo Stilt Walker Dirt Bike Drums