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Balmoral Show

Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral Park, Halftown Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5RD
Amazing line-ups of livestock, show jumping, machinery and the latest innovations in agriculture.

About

Get the date in your diary and don't miss out on Northern Ireland's largest agri-food celebration at the Balmoral Show!

Taking place from Wednesday 14th to Saturday 17th May 2025, the 156th Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank will kick off at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn with something for everyone. 

From competitive livestock classes to award-winning local produce, international show-jumping competitions and live stunt displays from the JCB Dancing Diggers, there’s never a dull moment across the showgrounds.

The event’s action-packed programme features a variety of family entertainment and with the finest local food, cooking demonstrations and a dedicated Healthy Horticulture Area, we’re sure you’ll have a memorable visit for all the right reasons.

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About

Get the date in your diary and don't miss out on Northern Ireland's largest agri-food celebration at the Balmoral Show!

Taking place from Wednesday 14th to Saturday 17th May 2025, the 156th Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank will kick off at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn with something for everyone. 

From competitive livestock classes to award-winning local produce, international show-jumping competitions and live stunt displays from the JCB Dancing Diggers, there’s never a dull moment across the showgrounds.

The event’s action-packed programme features a variety of family entertainment and with the finest local food, cooking demonstrations and a dedicated Healthy Horticulture Area, we’re sure you’ll have a memorable visit for all the right reasons.

Whether you fancy browsing our hundreds of trade stands, sampling local delicacies or learning more about the farm/field to fork journey, the Balmoral Show is the only place to be!

Admission prices and full ticket details can be found at www.balmoralshow.co.uk

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities - There is a viewing platform for wheelchair users (with ramp access) located beside the Member's Pavilion overlooking the Main Arena. This platform is uncovered so we recommend dressing appropriately for the weather.
  • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities - Accessible parking is available for people
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities - There is a viewing platform for wheelchair users (with ramp access) located beside the Member's Pavilion overlooking the Main Arena. This platform is uncovered so we recommend dressing appropriately for the weather.
  • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities - Accessible parking is available for people in possession of a blue badge on a first come, first served basis. Please make a parking attendant aware that you wish to use this facility upon your entry to the site. A car parking charge of £10 is applicable to all public car parking at the event.
  • Guide dogs permitted
  • Toilets for disabled visitors
  • Wheelchair hire

Catering

  • Bar
  • Picnic Area
  • Restaurant on Premises

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Facilities for children

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Accommodation nearby
  • Cash machines
  • Family Fun
  • First Aid
  • Live music
  • Outdoor Event
  • Route maps available
  • Toilets
  • Visitor information

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking
  • On site parking
  • Station nearby
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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£26.00 per ticket
Child£3.00 per ticket
Over 65£21.00 per ticket
Under 5Free
Youth (12-18)£19.00 per ticket

The prices listed are early bird tickets which will be available until 5pm on Tuesday 13th May 2025.
Car parking is available on the showgrounds at a daily rate of £10 per car. Please note, car parking must be paid by cash only on the day of your visit.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.balmoralshow.co.uk/buy-tickets

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Map & Directions

Opening Times

Season 14 May 2025 - 18 May 2025
DayTimes
Wednesday09:30 - 18:00
Thursday09:30 - 20:00
Friday09:30 - 19:00
Saturday09:30 - 18:00

* Please note, the last shuttle bus to Lisburn train station will leave 30 minutes after the Show closes each day.

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

From the West Take the M1 to junction 8 and follow the directional signage.

From the North West Take the M1 to junction 8 and follow the directional signage.

From Lisburn Take the Moira Road out of Lisburn and follow directional signage.

From Belfast Travel South on the M1, coming off at Sprucefield and follow directional signage to Balmoral Show.

From the North East Travel South on the M1, coming off at Sprucefield and follow directional signage to Balmoral Show.

From the South Travel up the A1 dual carriageway and follow directional signage.

Car parking is available on the showgrounds at a daily rate of £10 per car. Please note, car parking must be paid by cash only on the day of your visit.

Public Transport Directions

During Show days, show-goers are encouraged to make use of public transport and the free shuttle bus service. A free shuttle bus service will operate from Lisburn Train Station to the Eikon Exhibition Centre and the estimated journey time is approximately 20 - 30 minutes.

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