Traffic changes for Cairns Show

Published: 10th July 2026. (Note: information was correct at date of publication but may have since been changed or superseded.)

Residents are advised there will be changed traffic conditions associated with the Cairns Show.

Cairns Show road closures:

  • Scott St, between Buchan St and Severin St, will be closed from 1.30pm on Saturday 11 July to 1.30pm on Saturday 18 July
  • Severin St, between Mulgrave Rd and Scott St, will be one way from 7am on Wednesday 15 July to 7am on Saturday 18 July.

There will also be changed parking restrictions on Severin St, between Mulgrave Rd and Scott St, from 7am on Wednesday 15 July to 7am on Saturday 18 July.

These changes are for safety of event/exhibiters staff during bump in/out, and also members of the public attending the Cairns Show from Wednesday 15 July to Friday 17 July.

Last Updated: 10 July 2026

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