need to know
when & where
Dates: 24 – 25 July 2027
Saturday, 24 July 2027, 8:30am – 5pm
Sunday, 25 July 2027, 8.30am – 3pm
Venues:
THE FAIR: The Pavilion, 77 Exhibition Rd, Southside Gympie 4570
THE FARM: Tractor Expo: 77Radtke Rd, Kia Ora, Gympie
Ticket Price:
Includes all venues at the Fair & Farm
Pre-purchase online:$20 Saturday Adult/per day
$15 Sunday Adult/per day
$25 Weekend Adult/ Saturday and Sunday
15 years old or younger FREE (to be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Includes FREE Event Planner/ Map, available online when ready and at the gate
Grab your tickets here: link will be provided when available
Please bring a copy of your Trybooking ticket (electronic or paper) to the event to gain entry on the day.
Tickets will be available for purchase at the gate, unless sold out before.
Contact us
If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We’re excited to have you join us and make this event a memorable experience for everyone!
Email: admin@makersfair.au
what does the ticket price include?
One ticket to the Makers Fair includes 2 sites:
THE FAIR:
Gympie Pavilion & Showgrounds
77 Exhibition Rd Gympie
- Quilt & Craft Spectacular entry – both floors of the Pavilion + artisan exhibits, Community Bank, Gympie & District Bendigo Bank
- Heritage Trades Queensland Hydro
- Woodcraft Arena Carbatec
- Fibre & Textile Arts RSL Gympie Sub Branch
- The Collectors & Evaluations
- Wheelwright Arena – Clydesdale Country Shows + Wheelwright Demos
- Brewers Corner Your Mates
- Event Catalogue and Daily Planner
THE FARM:
77 Radtke Rd Kia Ora
The incredible collection of Massey Ferguson vintage, rare to late model tractors
Are there cafes at the fair
We will be well-dined this year with cafes and watering holes being increased again at the event:
Lower Floor of the Pavilion – the catering crew of Little Haven Palliative Care are back, in the Little Haven Cafe, offering great choices – high teas and gourmet delights, snacks to substantial plates, with teas, coffees and cold drinks.
The Hammer & Tongs Cafe, Turf Club Dining Room – hearty country cooking, sit-down and meals on the run – washed down with a cold Craft Beer, wine and cold drinks, the Set4Life girls are raising funds for this great cause, along with the Gympie Freemasons
The “Street Food” Court – located around the Pavilion, try out the street food! Various community groups will be serving delicious food options, coffee & tea – the selection includes loaded corn cobs and gourmet hot dogs (who doesn’t love a hot dog?) – the Cob’n’Dog Bar, Ploughman’s Packs, loaded fries, nachos, home-made lemonade and great coffee! .
In another new and great new venue, in the Brewers Corner, enjoy a Craft Beer from Your Mates, sip a sample of award-winning mead or ginger beer!
PLUS! Great real coffee, provided the crew from the Mary Valley Rattler
Please contact us if your community group or charity is interested in applying.
where is the Fair?
The Pavilion & Showgrounds, 77 Exhibition Rd, Southside Gympie 4570.
WHERE IS THE FARM?
77 Radtke Road, Kia Ora, Gympie – just a short 30 minute drive from Gympie Showgrounds
PARKING
Plenty of car parking is available on the grounds, with entry on Exhibition Road, Southside Gympie. There’ll be directional signage and car parking attendants. There is also a handicapped parking area, close to the event entry, and golf buggies to transport those who struggle with mobility.
BUS GROUPS/ CHARTERS & PARKING
Buses welcome. Call 0409 621 232 to let us know so we can help your group to fast-track entry and provide maps for bus parking etc. Buses have a different parking area than visitor car parking.
BUS PARKING: Buses have a different parking area. Please click here for more info, and call 0409 621 232 to let us know you are bringing a bus so we can make it easy for you.
community groups
Hosted by the Gympie Rotary Club, the Heritage Makers Fair partners with many volunteer community groups and charities who provide services at and for the event. This assists greatly with their fundraising endeavours, networking and group awareness.
COMPANIONS/ CARERS
Official Carers Cards are accepted for complimentary entry when accompanying the person they care for, provided that person has a valid ticket. Carers must present their card at the gate upon entry.
ARE PETS ALLOWED?
Council rules don’t allow dogs or pets onsite. We’re all dog/ pet lovers, but with horses, forges and lots of people around, it’s a safety concern. Hope you understand!
