Royal Launceston Show

The Royal Launceston Show is held annually in October and is hosted by the Royal National Agricultural and Pastoral Society of Tasmania (RNAPS). An average of 15,000 people attend each year. The first day Thursday is a public holiday observed in Northern Tasmania only.

The Royal Launceston Show is principally an agricultural event focusing on primary industries and rural lifestyle of many Tasmanians. Events include livestock judging, equestrian events, animal breeders competitions, produce competitions, wood chopping, live entertainment, sporting events, food tasting, and fashion shows. Sideshow Alley is a popular drawcard featuring show rides, foodstalls, games of skill, and showbag stalls.