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Exhibition station has been upgraded to better accommodate crowds. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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The Pinks food stand is still run by the Pink family, which has a history of agricultural shows dating back to 1894. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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The Ekka People’s Day is a public holiday held on the Wednesday of every Royal Queensland Show. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Strawberry sundaes are an Ekka tradition. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Sundaes have been served here since 1950. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Profits from the sundaes go to the Prince Charles Hospital. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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There are 72 rides and games across three precincts at the Ekka in 2026. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Thrillseekers flock to The Beast, the largest travelling ride in the southern hemisphere. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Most spectators give The Beast a wide berth as it swings overhead. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Getting footage for the social feeds. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Spectators at The Main Arena. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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The showjumping competition. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Meeting the fans. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Behind the scenes. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Horse judging took place across a range of categories. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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The Ekka brings the country to the city with produce, animals and entertainment. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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It has welcomed more than 35 million people through the gates since the first show 150 years ago. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Sheep, dogs, cats and woodchopping also featured on People’s Day. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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Motorcycle stunts get the crowd revved up in the daily Hour of Power. Credit: Morgan Roberts

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An estimated 65,000 visitors attended on the Wednesday. Credit: Morgan Roberts