Yes, for the sections that have previously had accommodation on site, there will still be limited accommodation available in 2021 that will be subject to NSW Health guidelines.

The RAS has been working closely with NSW Health to ensure the 2021 Sydney Royal Easter Show is compliant with all COVIDSafe requirements as directed by Government and to optimise safety for all patrons, exhibitors, staff and competitors.

• Increased hand washing and hand sanitisation stations
• Updated layout to enable increased social distancing and 'air flow'
• Socially distanced queuing systems
• Set 'entry' and 'exit' points for all pavilions monitored by COVID Marshals
• Capped numbers in stores, pavilions and arenas. These numbers will depend on NSW Government event guidelines in place at the time of the event and are subject to change e.g. 2 square metre and 4 square metre ruling
• Increased venue cleaning including pre-event, during and post event cleaning by trained hygiene officers with particular emphasis on high touch points
• Reduced patron numbers to allow for 1.5m distancing at all times (the set attendance will depend on advice provided by NSW Health prior to the event, and these figures are subject to change)
• Registration required for onsite functions

The Sydney Royal Easter Show will run at a reduced capacity under current NSW Government event guidelines and social distancing rules. Confirmed figures will be agreed closer to the event date; however, these figures are subject to change.

In preparation for the event, we will continue to work closely with NSW Health to ensure all social distancing requirements can be met and communicate with exhibitors, competitors, and patrons on the venue, pavilion and accommodation capacities.

If the state borders are enforced and you cannot attend the Show, the RAS will provide a full refund on entry fees, pre-purchased onsite accommodation (site sheds, mezzanine, lofts and camping), parking ordered via the RAS, stabling fees and deposit, and pre-ordered catalogues.

Please note, the RAS will not be responsible for any cost incurred in preparation for competitions.

For pre-paid and online parking purchased via the Sydney Olympic Park Authority, please view the terms and conditions available via their website.

Yes, there will be hand sanitisation stations at all entry points and throughout the venue.

Yes, hand washing facilities will be provided at all animal petting sites and across the venue. These facilities will also be accompanied by signage to remind people to sanitise/wash hands before and after all activities.

The RAS has been working closely with NSW Health to ensure the 2021 Sydney Royal Easter Show is safe for all patrons, exhibitors, staff and competitors. With increased cleaning, hand washing and sanitisation stations, new queuing systems and maximum numbers for indoor areas, including competition areas, the venue will be safe for all exhibitors.

Competitors can also enter with the knowledge that if the event is cancelled due to COVID-19 a full-refund policy on all entries will apply.

Yes, a full-refund policy will apply for all tickets purchased and competition entered if the 2021 Sydney Royal Easter Show is cancelled. This includes any pre-purchased onsite accommodation (site sheds, mezzanine, lofts and camping), parking ordered via the RAS, stabling fees and deposit, and pre-ordered catalogues.

For pre-paid and online parking purchased via the Sydney Olympic Park Authority, please view the terms and conditions available via their website.

Please note, the RAS will not be responsible for any cost incurred in preparation for competitions.

No, at this stage it is not compulsory to wear a face mask onsite, this includes during bump in and bump out. Should this advice change, we will inform all patrons and exhibitors prior to the event, and recommend you check our website prior to Show day to remain up-to-date.

This advice is based on recommendations by NSW Health.

Yes, there will be increased frequency of surface cleaning and sanitisation conducted by trained hygiene officers including pre-event, during and post-event cleaning with particular emphasis on high touch points.

Yes, all personnel on site will need to sign-in to the showground for the appropriate contact tracing. All patrons, clients, exhibitors and contractors will sign-in via a unique bar code on their ticket or exhibitor pass upon entry. No additional sign-in is required at this time.

The RAS recommends that you download and activate the COVID Safe app to your mobile device and download the NSW Service App to use at surrounding venues.

Contactless card payment is encouraged at each point of sale.

Yes, COVID Marshals will be deployed throughout the site to assist with social distancing and to minimise congestion. They will be identified by the appropriate uniforms.

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is working closely with the NSW Government and NSW Health to ensure the event site abides by all social distancing rules, including limited numbers in stores & pavilions, streamlined entry and exits points, and socially distanced queuing, this will all be monitored by COVID Marshals and RAS Staff.

No, at this stage there will not be temperature testing upon entry. Should this advice change, we will inform all guests and exhibitors prior to the event.

This advice is based on recommendations by NSW Health.

If an issue was to arise, this would be communicated appropriately via the SRES app and PA system. The general public would be advised via the SRES website, NSW Health and through the media.

Online Entries (Showjumping)

Entries are still open for the Sydney Royal Horse Show Showjumping Competition, and will close 1 February 2021. Please note, there are no offline entries for this competition.

To enter, ensure you have first read the Competition Schedule found on the Key dates & Schedule page, then follow the link to the online entry form on the Horse landing page.

Pony Club

Entry forms for Pony Club will be distributed by Pony Club NSW.

World Championship Campdraft and Federation Challenge Rodeo Series

For both World Championship Campdraft and Federation Challenge Rodeo Series, it has been agreed that Acceptances and Reserves from the 2020 Show will be recontacted to enter the 2021 Show. Once finalised, Acceptance forms will be posted to relevant Competitors.

Polo and Polocrosse

For Polo and Polocrosse, please speak to the relevant association for more information.

There will be 2 Exhibition Matches in GIANTS Stadium for Polo

There will be 4 Exhibition Matches in Schmidt Arena for Polocrosse

Glenorie Stockfeeds is the official supplier of fodder and bedding for the 2021 Sydney Royal Easter Show. Please ensure if you have pre ordered fodder or bedding that you check your stable allocation at least 24hrs before arrival. It is the responsibility of the Exhibitor to notify Glenorie Stockfeeds if their stable/delivery location has changed.

Contact: Michael and Michelle Estephan

Pre-Show orders, phone: 02 9652 0291

During Show orders, phone: 0404 335 555

Email: info@glenoriestockfeeds.com.au

The Sydney Royal Horse Show Competition Schedule can be found on the Key dates & Schedule page.

Acceptances for Breeds Hacks, Harness and Riding classes were posted on Thursday 7 January 2021.

Acceptances for Showjumping will be posted in mid-February 2021.

It is the discretion of the Horse Committee as to which entries are accepted into the Sydney Royal Horse Show. If you and/or your exhibit are not accepted from class entries, it is possible that you have not provided sufficient performance.

There will be no additional performance accepted after entries close. If you feel it necessary to appeal on other grounds please see your acceptance/non acceptance letter for instructions. There is an appeal lodgement fee of $50.00.

A withdrawal will only be accepted if a formal Withdrawal Form is submitted.

Withdrawals must be submitted using the Withdrawal Form which can be found on the Exhibitor information page, or from the Horse Section Office during the Show.

Refer to Special Horse Regulations 34 and 35 below.

34. WITHDRAWALS: Withdrawals submitted prior to 7.00am on the day on which the Class is scheduled to take place will NOT attract a withdrawal fee.
35. ABSENT PENALTY: Exhibitors who do not withdraw by 7am on the day on which the Class is scheduled must pay an Absent Penalty of $150 for each Exhibit or Exhibitor not present in each and every event for which the horse or rider has been nominated (except pairs and teams - This does not include the Parent & Child Class).

Withdrawals received prior to Monday 8 March 2021 may be eligible for a refund of Entry Fees (an administration fee of $16 will be retained per entry per Class). The refund is paid at the discretion of the Committee upon notification. No Entry Fee refunds will be issued for withdrawals received after this date.

Withdrawals received prior to Monday 29 March 2021 may be eligible for a refund of stabling fees paid. No refunds for stabling fees will be issued after this date.

Further:
Withdrawals from Gents, Ladies and Childs Hack and Show Hunter Classes. 
Entries are permitted in Gents, Ladies and Childs Hack and Show Hunter Classes. However, the Exhibit may only compete in one of the three Classes. Entries into these classes is required at time of entry and transfers between these are not permitted. Exhibitors must confirm their intention to start in their chosen Class by 7.00am on the morning of the Class. You must withdraw from classes that you are not competing in. Failure to withdraw from the Class(es) you are not competing in will result in an Absent fine ($150). Acceptance Fees for these three Classes will not be refunded. Please note: If an Exhibit has won its Open Class, it is permitted to be withdrawn from Gent's, Ladies & Child's Classes with no withdrawal penalty.

There will be no Stable allocation changes for 2021.

After allocation, if you require additional stabling please see our website for alternate stabling arrangements.

Stabling letters and invoices will be posted mid to late-February.
However specific stables will not be posted until Friday 26 March 2021.

Please note, your stable and loft allocation is subject to change after stable allocations are posted on our website. Please ensure that you check your stable allocation 24 hours prior to arrival.

Exhibitors will no longer be given the option to nominate whom they would like to be stabled with. The Stabling Manager will be the reference point for stabling Exhibitors and Exhibits together who require it. If you would like to be stabled with a different Exhibitor, please ensure you provide the same Stabling Manager name when entering.

After acceptance, Exhibits will be stabled relative to their first and last days of competition (teams taken into account).

Onsite accommodation

Due to the evolving situation with respect to COVID-19, on-site accommodation arrangements may change. The RAS continues to work with NSW Health.

Sydney Royal urges Exhibitors to consider their accommodation requirements for 2021 and plan accordingly. Please note the below before reading into the accommodation options.

• Persons under the age of 18 years of age are NOT permitted to stay overnight on the Showground, unless accompanied by an adult.
• Lofts are not exclusive and must be shared with other Exhibitors unless an Exhibitor has 5 horses or more. Covid Safe Physical Distancing must be observed at all times whilst using the loft spaces.
• Tackrooms are not mutually exclusive and must be shared with other Exhibitors. Covid Safe Physical Distancing must be observed at all times whilst using the Tackrooms.
• To ensure the health and safety of Exhibitors, the rules of your accommodation on the Showground will be strictly enforced. Breach of any accommodation and fire regulation rules may result in Disciplinary Action under the General Regulations. Penalties include removal of Awards, fines, eviction from the Showground and disqualification from future Shows.

Loft space allocation

Due to Covid Restrictions and based on current guidelines and conditions, the following applies:

1. A maximum of three people per loft space are permitted if all Exhibitors are from the same household.
2. A maximum of one person per loft space will be allocated where Exhibitors are not from the same household.
3. There is to be no sleeping in tackrooms or stables.

Loft accommodation is above the tackroom/locker and will be allocated where possible. This is allocated by the RAS relative to stable requirements and is free of charge.

Please note: A loft space is one space in a loft, not a whole loft.

1-2 horses can have 1 Loft space allocation

3-4 horses can have 2 Loft space allocations

5 horses + can have 3 Loft space allocations

Please note, lofts are completely empty and you are required to bring all your bedding requirements.

Site Shed and Armory camping accommodation

Site shed accommodation availability is extremely limited. Applications for site shed accommodation will be available early 2021.

Please note, site sheds are completely empty therefore you are required to bring all your bedding requirements.

Camping is very limited and applications are available through Sydney Royal early 2021.

Offsite accommodation

A comprehensive list of hotels, motels and similar establishments in commuting distance to the Showground are available on our website under accommodation options on the Exhibitor information page.

Parking will be available from late-February 2021 and the costs are listeed below.

Car only (P5-B) = $20

Float only (P5-C) = $20

Car and float, truck/combination up to 12.5 metres = $40

Truck/combination over 12.5 metres = $60

Exhibitor means for each Competition, the Person on whose behalf an Application for Entry is lodged with and accepted by the RAS of NSW, and includes the representatives and agents of an Exhibitor. Person includes a natural person, firm, partnership, company or corporation. The following is an example of three different Exhibitors in one Competition representing partnerships made up of different persons:

1. Smith, Jones & Clarke
2. Smith, Taylor & Johns
3. Smith, Taylor, Johns & Clarke

If Exhibits are entered under a partnership, the same name should be placed at the beginning of each partnership as shown above.

Please note:

1. There is no longer a need to use the Exhibitor name for stabling purposes as the Stabling Manager will be used for this purpose.
2. The Owner is not required to be the Exhibitor or form part of the Exhibitor name.

a) The Exhibitor is responsible for the care and control of the Exhibit on the Showground and compliance with the RAS Rules and Regulation.

b) If the legal owner of the Exhibit is different to the Exhibitor, the legal owner/s must be listed on the Application for Entry ('the Owner').

c) The Owner/s may be jointly responsible for the care and control of the animal and be brought into Disciplinary Proceedings at the RAS of NSW discretion.

d) If an Exhibit is sold after the entry has been made the RAS of NSW must be notified in writing with a payment of $55.00. The seller or the purchaser may make the notification, no later than 14 days before the date of Exhibition.

Stabling Manager means the Person who is nominated on the Application for Entry and will be responsible for all stabling administration. The Stabling Manager is the reference point for stabling of multiple Exhibits from different Exhibitors together where possible.

All QLD postcodes will be required to provide QLD Tick acknowledgement.

All exhibits from Hendra endemic postcode areas must be vaccinated for Hendra Virus. The postcodes for endemic areas change relative to Hendra Virus outbreaks and the list will be updated accordingly and can be found on the Exhibitor information page.

It is not a requirement by the RAS of NSW that all horses need to be vaccinated for Hendra Virus. You may view the Hendra Policies and Procedures document on the Exhibitor information page.