Over 395 showbags on offer at Melbourne Royal Show 2023

The Melbourne Royal Show has revealed the much-anticipated showbag line-up for 2023, with over 395 showbags available at the Showbag Pavilion offering something for everyone from Thursday 21st September to Sunday 1st October 2023.

The Victorian Minister for Consumer Affairs Danny Pearson joining students from St Margaret’s Primary School in Maribyrnong for a sneak peek of the newest bags as well as the iconic favourites available at this year’s Show.

“Each year we work closely with the Minister’s office to ensure the quality and safety of all our showbags on site and this year was no different,” advised Hannah von Bibra, Melbourne Royal Executive General Manager for Client Experience and Commercial.

Among the 395 showbags available to choose from are confectionery favourites like Wizz Fizz, Allen’s or Jelly Belly; chocolate lovers like the iconic Bertie Beetle or assorted Cadbury delights; novelty characters like Bluey, Barbie or Harry Potter; your favourite sporting team, be it AFL, NRL or the Matilda’s; or unique gourmet tastes.

The Melbourne Royal Show is Victoria’s largest and most iconic annual community event that attracts arounds 450,000 people over 11 days.

Showbags have been a part of the Melbourne Royal Show for over 100 years, with iconic Bertie Beetle, celebrating its 60th year in 2023. Disney will also be offering a limited edition showbag, exclusively at the Melbourne Royal Show, to celebrate their 100th anniversary.

von Bibra added “Showbags are one of the most iconic parts of the Show experience, and this year we have worked with our showbag providers to ensure as many of your favourite showbags will be available at the same price as last year, providing great value for families who don’t have to miss out on grabbing the hottest accessory at the Show.”

The 2023 Melbourne Royal Show will offer families even great value with up to 11 hours of entertainment and experiences every day. There will be over 100 free things to do, discover and experience, from animal and farm experiences, arts and craft, digging for veggies or milking a cow.

With all new ticket bundles, families can save up to 15% by pre-purchasing their tickets online ahead of the Show and save up to 25% on ride vouchers. Family tickets are available from just $89 as part of early bird offers. View the full list of 2023 showbags here.

Every day is not your everyday at the 2023 Melbourne Royal Show. For further information on this year’s program and to purchase tickets visit royalshow.com.au/