Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, the Sydney Royal Easter Show has (understandably) been cancelled.
While this means you won’t be able to watch the axe-throwing competition, go to the petting zoo or eat your annual corn dog, we do have some good news. You can still get your showbag fix this year because Woolworths are now selling 12 of the best bags in store.
From April 8, Bakugan, Barbie, Friends, Hatchimals, Harry Potter, Hot Wheels, LOL, Paw Patrol, Peter Rabbit, PJ Masks, Pokemon and Stranger Things bags are available from stores all across New South Wales.
Each bag will cost $30 and be available across 210 stores in the state.
And if those bags aren’t on your wishlist, you can also order a bunch more online from showbag.com.au and have them delivered to your door.
Afterpay payment plans are available as well, although the shipping costs will be dependent on the weight of your order
Sure, it’s a great way to entertain restless kids but we’d be lying if we said we weren’t equally as excited too. After all, what better way to replenish your dwindling snack stash, than with a lolly or chocolate themed show bag?
Here are our top 11 show bags we’d like in our cart, ASAP.
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The Bluey Showbag, $30.
What’s in the bag? An activity set, backpack, bucket hat, cooler bag, dress-up eyebrows, headband, masks (4pk), stickers, sunglasses, pencil case and a tote bag.
Why do you need it? This showbag comes with all the things a Bluey fan could want, from a printed bucket hat to a pack of dress-up masks.
Super Slime Zone Showbag, $15.
What's in the bag? Neon slime (four assorted colours), neon putty (four assorted colours), gold foil crystal putty in a cylinder (three assorted colours variations), glitter squeeze ball (four assorted colours), unicorn poo slime, llama poop putty, light glitter crystal putty (four assorted colours), rainbow poop stress toy, Flow Go small and thinking sand.
Why do you need it? Struggling to keep the kids entertained while housebound? A slime party might just be the answer.
Cadbury Big Bite Showbag, $20.
What's in the bag? 1 x 350g Cadbury Dairy Milk, 16 x 12g Bite Size Cadbury Dairy Milk, 4 x 12g Bite Size Twirl, 4 x 15g Bite Size Crunchie, 4 x 15g Bite Size Boost, 4 x 15g Bite Size Picnic, 4 x 15g Bite Size Cherry Ripe and 4 x 26g Curly Wurly.
Why do you need it? Five words: Refill that isolation chocolate stash.
Peppa Pig Showbag, $30.
What's in the bag? A backpack, cooler bag, hair clips (pack of four), skirt, tea play set (four cups and a teapot), bucket tat and headband all packed in a handy tote bag.
Why do you need it? This showbag comes with all the things you need for a Peppa Pig themed tea party. A perfect way to spend an afternoon in quarantine.
Glow Showbag, $8.
What's in the bag? Glow headband, 8” star wand, 8” sword wand, 6” whistle, 4” pendant, 24” necklace, 4 x 8” bracelets, 1 x ring, 1 x aircraft, 1 x pair of earring, glasses, sticky glow creature.
Why do you need it? Another great way to occupy kids, especially at night. Turn the lights off, put on some music and you have your very own living room disco.
Friends Showbag, $30.
What's in the bag? Badges, coasters, cooler bag, iron on transfers, notebook, key chain, sticker book, travel mug, socks, pencil case, duffle bag, pen set and it all comes in a tote bag.
Why do you need it? An ode to the iconic sitcom, this kit has all the merchandise a Friends devotee could ever want or need.
Dora the Explorer Showbag, $30.
What's in the bag? A bucket hat, backpack, inflatable wand, stick on earrings, cooler bag, necklace, reward chart/activity set, ballet skirt, tea set and ice cream play set.
Why do you need it? If your kid is obsessed with Dora the Explorer, take their love for the animated series to the next level. We must admit, that pink tutu is pretty adorable.
Eric Carle - Very Hungry Caterpillar Showbag, $30.
What's in the bag? A backpack, bib, bucket hat, plate, sipper, non woven bag and cardboard stacking blocks.
Why do you need it? Get ready for a heavy hit of nostalgia... inspired by the beloved children's book, this kit has everything a toddler could want.
Fantasy Squishies Showbag, $20.
What's in the bag? Eight slow rise soft squishies, including a unicorn, diamond, unicorn diamond, narwhale, caticorn, shooting star, rainbow, cloud and a tote bag.
Why do you need it? Soft, squishy fun that's sure to entertain young minds. FYI, they double as stress toys too.
Warheads Jumbo Showbag, $10.
What's in the bag? 14 x Mega Warheads (assorted), 1 x 20ml Warheads Sour Spray Candy, 1 x 20ml Warheads Double Drops, 1 x 49g Warheads Extreme Sour Mini’s, 1 x 28g Warheads Candy, 3 x 8g Warheads Lollipops, 3 x 6g Warheads Colossal, 4 x 15g Warheads Sour Bombs, 2 x 15g Warheads Jelly Beans, 2 x 9g Warheads Pucker Pack and an inflatable Warheads baseball bat.
Why do you need it? Don't underestimate the entertainment a showbag full of sour lollies can bring. Great for kids and adults alike, our faces are wincing just thinking about it.
Showbuster Showbag, $25.
What's in the bag? 100g Brain Blaster Chew Bars, 37g Little Ripper Fruit Sticks, 30g Little Ripper Magic Sparkling Candies, 40g Brain Buster Sour Chews, 40g Brain Buster Sour Drops, 2 x 30g Little Ripper Fizzy Sherbet Filled Chews, 40g Tiger Bubble Gum, TNT Tongue Painters, TNT Explosives, TNT Fizzy Dizzy Candy and a Llama Mask.
Why do you need it? A bag of lollies (perfect for that 3pm sugar hit) and a llama mask... what's not to love?
Ninja Showbag, $20.
What's in the bag? A ninja mask, a glove, dagger, flying daggers (two pieces), ninja star, swords (pack of two) and a bow and arrow set (with six arrows).
Why do you need it? Think of this as a PSA for the parents of overactive children, surely an hour in the garden with a ninja costume complete with a bow and arrow set. Just make sure to hide anything breakable.
What showbag is on your 'to-buy list'? Tell us in a comment below.
Top Comments
I'm glad that there's a variety of showbags, lots to choose from and reasonably priced. Will have to check these out. Home deliveries are so good! Love sending Edible Blooms for gifts and using Bakers Box for a fun activity (they have yummy baking kits!). Never thought of showbags during COVID, thanks for the idea.
Kids stuck inside, and a great big bag of slime - what could possibly go wrong?! Some of these look pretty good (the Bluey one looks cool), what is the quality usually like?