Queensland's largest classroom!
The Ekka provides first-class educational programs for schools and offers a large range of interactive activities for all age groups.
students and teachers attended an Ekka Excursion
Ekka Learning Trail booklets distributed to students and families
animals at the Ekka for interactive learning opportunities
entries into education or school classes of competitions
The Ekka is focused on supporting and educating the next generation through the following initiatives:
Rural Discovery Day
The Rural Discovery Day is a popular 'ag-ucational' day that brings the country to the city to teach primary school students that food comes from farms, not the shopping centre.
This excursion is recommended for Foundation to Grade 6.
2026 Rural Discovery Day takes place in mid May.
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Ekka Education Competitions
Bring the Ekka into your classroom! Our Education Competitions give students a hands-on, fun way to learn about Australian agriculture. From growing and creating to cooking and caring for animals, these activities show how farming impacts everyday life.
Perfect for students and teachers across Queensland, these competitions make learning interactive and memorable.
Want to find out more? Explore all competitions and get involved by clicking the tile below!
Related Information
Learning Trail
The Ekka Learning Trail offers engaging learning opportunities at Ekka about a variety of agricultural topics and educates them about everything from farming to animal lifecycles and behaviours.
Education Resources
The Ekka Education Resources will have corresponding videos, activities and worksheets for teachers and students from agricultural industry experts that highlight the value of exploring agriculture in the classroom.
Ekka Excursion
An Ekka Excursion is a great way to engage students with the Australian agriculture in a memorable way by providing unique hands-on learning activities.Students and teachers from across Queensland can visit the Ekka between Saturday, 8th - Sunday, 16th August 2026.
