Ekka Gala

Celebrate the opening night of Ekka in style at the exclusive Ekka Gala! Sample the delights of the Royal Queensland Awards, take a spin on the dance floor to the tunes of a live band, and enjoy auctions, raffles and the company of friends both old and new. Be among the first to experience (and maybe even purchase) the world class artworks in the Creative Arts and Craft Exhibition.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, 10th August 2024

Time: 7.00pm – 10.30pm

Location: Royal International Convention Centre

Dress Code: Cocktail / Jacket and Tie

Tickets are available at $125 per person, including evening entry to Ekka, food, beer, wine and a live band.

Spirits and Cocktails will be available for purchase. 

Auction and Raffles

There will be a live auction and raffle tickets are available for purchase online and at the door.

Purchase a $50 "Premium Whiskey Raffle Ticket" for your chance to win a 700ml bottle of Laphroaig Ian Hunter Book 4: Malt Master, valued at $2,500!

The RNA Future Directions Committee are excited to partner with Coca-Cola to offer one lucky winner the opportunity to own a bottle of this premium scotch whiskey.

Aligning with the 145th year of the Queensland Royal Show, no more than 145 tickets will be sold in this raffle.

Gala Charity Partner

Proceeds from the Ekka Gala will support Outback Futures, as well as the RNA Foundation.

Outback Futures is a not-for-profit contributing to thriving bush communities. It is making a lifetime of difference to outback Queensland kids, teens, and adults by giving them access to much needed allied and mental health services.

Outback Futures also works with bush communities to build whole of community wellbeing and tackle mental health issues. By going the extra mile, the Outback Future's team is helping address the disadvantage of distance experienced by our remotest Queenslanders.

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