When
Sat 7 November
1–6pm, rain or shine
Where
Ironside State School
2 Hawken Dr, St Lucia QLD
Entry
Free
Bring the whole family
Paying
Cards & cash cards
Cash cards $20 · select stalls take cash
A day for everyone
Our biennial fair is back
Come along for a great afternoon where the Ironside school community comes together for fun and laughter, to celebrate our great school. Every ride, sausage and jam jar helps fund learning resources for Ironside kids.
Ride bands$40 on the day · $30 for small kids
Cash cards$20 stamp cards · use at participating stalls
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Make a plan
So much fun happening
A full afternoon of rides, food and entertainment — plus plenty more announced closer to the day.
Rides for big & little kids
Sideshow thrills plus gentle rides for the littlies. Ride bands available.
Famous international food
Our community cooks up dishes from around the world all afternoon.
Cakes, sweets & preserves
Homemade jams, slices and the much-loved kids' cake competition.
BBQ, drinks & snow cones
Sausages sizzling, cold drinks and rainbow snow cones.
Sideshow alley
Games of skill and luck with prizes on every stall.
Preloved treasures
Books, clothes and household bargains — bring a big bag.
Live entertainment
Student performances and music.
Plants & flowers
Spring seedlings and posies grown by Ironside families.
Made possible by
Our generous sponsors
We are so grateful to the local businesses and families who help make the fair happen.
SponsorsJoin the crew
Make the magic happen
From setting up stalls to serving a sausage, there's a job for every kind of helper. Volunteer for a shift and be part of our favourite school day.
I'd like to helpEvery helping hand countsBring a friend, a big smile and your best fair spirit.
Plan your trip
Getting here
Ironside State School · 2 Hawken Dr, St Lucia QLD 4067
By public transportCatch the 411 from the City, or 428 from Indooroopilly to the University of Queensland. Both stop right in front of the school on Hawken Drive.
WalkEnjoy a stroll through the neighbourhood on your way in! Walking with family and friends lets you skip the traffic, soak up the fresh air, and connect with neighbours before you even reach the school gates.
Ride or scootOur local routes along Hawken Drive connect seamlessly to the university, Highland Tce connects to the River Loop through to Indooroopilly, and Swann Road provides a direct route from the west, giving you a smooth, fun, and traffic-free trip all the way to the school gates.
By carHelp keep our surrounding streets safe and congestion-free! Parking is very tight, so why not leave the car at home? Or if you must drive, please slow down and take extra care with so many children around and avoid Central Ave and Ironside St.