Showbags are such a fun and often highly anticipated purchase for families and kids attending The Royal Adelaide Show. Given dollars are tight for most Adelaide families we love the idea of buying a showbag or (showbag alternative) that offers something practical, oozes bang for buck is still fun and has something for every one in the family to enjoy. Enter our list of fantastic South Australian Show Bags.
We found it really hard to pick a selection of mainstream bags to review this year (there must be over 400 on offer), so following the recent Buy SA for SA week we have decided to ditch the plastic rubbish and crap food and just narrow it down to some South Australian bags, that are not only loaded with treats and practical quality contents, the value for what you are actually getting is exceptional.
Here is some value bags we are giving a big tick, that will keep every one happy (our school lunch boxes have never looked better!)
By supporting South Australian, we are doing our bit and teaching our kids the value of local. So here are our top picks for a family showbag (or showbag alternative) that will have you feeling good about your more mindful purchase.
Charlesworth Nuts
From $20 to $55
You will find incredible quality and value in every Charlesworth showbag, however our absolute favourites are the Insatiable bag ($35) and the Chocoholic ($30) but close to $40 in value, and something for every one, including sweet and savory. You can’t go wrong!
Find Charlesworth Nuts at Stand 8 in the Showbag Hall
Kytons Showbag
$39 for almost $50 value
Yippee…. they officially have a showbag. In a cute Kytons carry bag that you just know I’m going to use as my lunch box for the next year. We always love stopping by every year to see what the new invention on the stand is, and this year doesn’t dissapoint. No spoilers, you have to go and see for yourself. Also loving the new limited time MEGA sized lammos, they are the equivelent of 2.5 normal sized lamingtons. SO fun.
Browse the Kytons range here and don’t forget they make a wonderful fundraiser too!
Bazinga Cards & Collectibles
$35
In a new and way more prominent location this year between the Market Bazaar and the SHowbag Pavilion, right along side the Yellow Brick Road stand. Find all of the card and packs and collectables. There is heaps of Pokemon, a new one of a kind Poke Toke Tower with epic prizes, there’s all of the major sports cards, AFL, NBA, NFL, Soccer and more, at really great prices and they have some very cool backpack ‘showbags’ this year for $35. Defs worth checking out. They all represent excellent value.
Melba’s Showbags
From $18
Melba’s are back with a fabulous value packed range of specialty bags for The Show. This is a great option if you want to avoid the Showbag Hall altogether, as you’ll find them at the entrance to The Old Ram Shed. Packed with choccies and fun lollies for your favourite little people and also plenty of options for Mum, Dad and all budgets. We grabbed a Sour Bag ($18) and a Dad’s Chocolate Bag ($40) to pop away for Father’s Day!
George The Farmer
Assorted Prices
For the first year at The Royal Adelaide Show, welcome George The Farmer. We love this successful business from the states South East, with the cutest books, tshirts, toys, video’s, music and more that help kids connect to the earth, food and farm. See them on ABC iView and Youtube. Now about the showbags – really it’s just a great deal on the purchase of book bundles…. but don’t worry, they will pop it in a cute bag for you and your little people will think it’s an absolute SCORE. Can I also say – if you know any one having a baby, this is a must stop for a little gifty gift. Find them in the Old Ram Shed and also with a stage show on the Aggies Stage.
Ugly Swan Scream Free Brushes
Substitute plastic toys and sugar for practical and quality! Not officially a showbag, but these magical brushes are presented in the sweetest silk carry pack and there is options for the whole family. We picked up a couple every year, they always have a great ‘Show Deal’. LOVE the Scream Free hair brushing experience. Pop past the Jubilee Pavilion for a demo or use show10 for online discount. The exciting news, this year they are doing dutch braids at their stand too. How fun is that!
Menz FruChocs Showbags
$15 to $50
So many options, but our go to? The $20 FruChocs Bag because it includes $15 voucher for online orders and a 2 for 1 movie ticket with Wallis Cinemas – these are insane value. ALL of them. You can also find Violet Crumble, Crown Mints (YES, I feel like this has been MIA but it’s back?), Polly Waffle which is a firm favourite and heaps more.
Find them at Stand 2 in the Showbag Hall
Mikes Beef Jerky
Locally produced in Robe, South Australia, Mike’s Beef Jerky is full flavoured, moist, tender and made from 100% premium Australian beef. This delicious beef jerky is naturally wood smoked and retains much of its natural moisture. Mike’s Beef Jerky is a fantastic low carb, high snack alternative. Offer: Mix’n’Match 6 x 90g Packs for $55 Find them in Taste SA
Fleurieu Milk Company
$35 and $70 of value
Ok this one is wild. Grab it before you head home. This has to be the best value of all the things. Find this on in the Dairy Hall, it’s heavy and contains cold items, but also it’s in a super easy to carry cooler bag. Can’t rave enough about it. Yoghurts, flavoured milks, a full 2L quality milk, a coffee keep cup than you’ll honestly actually use (even if it is at the shack to pour wine into lets be real) and more.
Gourmet Goodie Bag Cancelled again for 2025
Sam Tucker states that he hopes this may return in 2026. Fingers crossed.
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