Traditional Favourites

Classics for a reason

A day at Ekka wouldn't be the same without time-honoured Show snacks like fairy floss, dagwood dogs, strawberries in chocolate fudge, and classic jam and cream scones.

All of your favourite treats can be found at Ekka again this year, including some which hold a special place in Ekka's heart.

Strawberry Sundaes

Visitors are once again in for a real treat with the iconic Ekka Strawberry Sundae set to satisfy those cravings.

Approximately 13 tonnes of strawberries are used to make the Ekka Strawberry Sundaes each year. The Ekka Strawberry Sundae is mouth-watering top to bottom, from the crunchy wafer cone to the smooth vanilla ice-cream, sweet chopped strawberries, delicious gourmet ice-cream, swirls of fresh cream and topped off with a tasty fresh Queensland strawberry.

On average more than 145,000 sundaes are sold each year with profits helping fund research to find cures and save lives.

The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation has funded around $11 million in research over the past 20 years, with the help of regular donors and people buying sundaes at Ekka.

Country Women's Association scones

In the old-school eatery you'll find all sorts of traditional country fare including the time-honoured scones with jam and cream from the Country Women's Association.

Find scones with jam and cream in the old-school eatery under the John MacDonald Stand.

Dagwood dogs and fairy floss

Nothing complements at day at Ekka like dagwood dogs or fairy floss. Vendors across the site sell these classics, as well as everyday snacks such as chips and soft drinks.