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Visitor Information
COVID- 19 Coronavirus | Important information
A statement from the organisers of the National 4x4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo.
As of 13 March, 2020
In following the advice issued by the Australian Government this afternoon, Friday 13th March, the National 4x4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo has been postponed and will not proceed on the scheduled dates 21- 23 Melbourne, 2020 at the Melbourne Showgrounds.
Effective immediately, ticket sales are now suspended and we are carefully working through the next steps to determine potential new dates for our Event.
Our first priority is the safety of everyone including attendees, exhibitors, our personnel and members of the local community.
Further information regarding the next course of action for ticket holders, exhibitors, speakers and sponsors will be communicated as soon as possible and we thank you in advance for your patience as we deal with what is an unprecedented situation.
General FAQ's
Dates to be announced shortly. Watch this space!
Melbourne Showgrounds
Melbourne Showgrounds is Melbourne's largest and most versatile venue, offering unique and flexible indoor and outdoor spaces designed to host a variety of events and activities including trade shows, exhibitions, expos, festivals and much, much more.
There's so much to see and do across the three days of the show, you're in for a cracker of a weekend!
See all that is happening at the Show on our What's On page here.
The Showgrounds are conveniently located just north of the Melbourne CBD in the inner suburb of Ascot Vale and offer ample parking with public transport close by. More information can be found here
TRAINS - Please see below for information on trains:
Friday
No trains. We suggest you catch a train to Newmarket Station (on Craigieburn line) and change to catch a tram to the Showgrounds.
4 additional trams on Route 57 from 9am to 7pm
Saturday
Train service from Flinders Street Station, stopping at Southern Cross station and Nth Melbourne then express to Melbourne Showground Station. 30 minutes frequency from 8:30 until 18:30.
4 additional trams on Route 57 from 9am to 7pm
Sunday
Train service from Flinders Street station, stopping at Southern Cross and Nth Melbourne then express to Melbourne Showground Station. 30 minutes frequency starting 8:30am until 17:30.
4 additional trams on Route 57 from 9am to 7pm
There will also be a free shuttle bus from Flemington Racecourse car park to the Melbourne Showgrounds
PARKING - Please find information below about parking:
There is limited parking at the Melbourne showgrounds. You will find more parking at the Flemmington Racecourse and use the free shuttle bus to get from Flemmington Racecourse to the Melbourne Showgrounds.
Parking Cost = $20 /per day
Unfortunately as much as we would love to see your dogs, no dogs are permitted at the Show.
This does not apply to assistance dogs, assistance dogs are permitted.
You can re-enter the Show during the same day. Just make sure you receive a pass-out stamp upon exiting.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Show please contact:
Mathew Green
Operations Coordinator
Email: mgreen@etf.com.au
Phone: (02) 9556 8868
We'd love the opportunity to help you showcase your brand to the 4x4, fishing & camping community. To find out more about exhibiting at the National 4x4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo,, click here.
Please email admin@4x4show.com.au and a member of our friendly team will get back to you as soon as possible.
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