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Spring has arrived, and Australia’s floral festivals are in full bloom—perfect for your next road trip!Â
Whether you’re a garden lover or just in need of a scenic escape, these festivals have it all, from jaw-dropping flower displays to hands-on experiences.Â
So, pack up your caravan, hit the open road, and let Australia’s floral wonders turn your trip into a blooming adventure!
Toowoomba Carnival of FlowersÂ
WHEN: September 13-October 7 2024
WHERE: Toowoomba, QLD
Every September, Toowoomba celebrates its reputation as the Garden City and transforms into an incredible floral heaven for the Carnival of Flowers. The longest-running floral event of its kind in Australia, dating back to 1950, visitors travel far and wide to see the city’s gardens in full bloom. This year the festival is in its 75th year and there’s a huge lineup of fun things to see and do. Â
Program details here.Â
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
WHEN: September 13-October 13 2024
WHERE: Silvan, VIC
Spring time is tulip time in Silvan! Experience a breathtaking burst of colour at this annual festival, which celebrates the splendour of tulips and other spring blooms. Walk through a sea of vibrant tulip fields, with more than a million blooms in an impressive array of colours and patterns.Â
Find out more here.Â
Everlasting Kings Park FestivalÂ
WHEN: September 13-29 2024Â
WHERE: Perth, WA
Everlasting Kings Park Festival celebrates the extraordinary diversity of Western Australia’s famous wildflowers throughout September. Take part in fabulous workshops, tours, art displays, guided walks and family activities.Â
More information here.
FloriadeÂ
WHEN: September 14- October 13, 2024
WHERE: Canberra, ACT
Floriade belongs on every garden lover’s bucket list. This year’s theme is Art in Bloom, and one million beautiful flowers will transform Canberra’s Commonwealth Park into a vibrant canvas of colour and creativity.
This year’s program will offer art exhibitions, entertainment, music, food and drink, horticultural and artistic workshops, market traders, recreational activities and more, with something for everyone to enjoy.
More details here.
CherryHill Blossom Festival
WHEN: September 14-October 6 2024
WHERE: Cherry Hill Orchards, Wandin East, VIC
You don’t have to go to Japan to witness stunning cherry blossom flowers in bloom – just the Wandin East Orchard! Stroll through the picturesque orchards as cherry trees burst into bloom, creating a breathtaking canopy of pink and white. The festival offers perfect photo opportunities and a chance to revel in the beauty of nature’s springtime spectacle.
Details here.Â
Wynyard Tulip FestivalÂ
WHEN: From October 12, 2024
WHERE: Wynyard, TASÂ
Bloomin’ Tulips pays homage to the many varieties of tulips that sprout to welcome spring. Crafts, art, souvenirs, cooking sessions, and floral varieties such as orchids and the famed tulip upon which the festival is built are all highlights of the Bloomin’ Tulips Festival.Â
The program includes local talent, farm-fresh foods, children’s activities, and more.Â
More details here.
Riverland Rose and Garden Festival
WHEN: October 18-27 October 2024
WHERE: Remark, SA
This festival is a blooming celebration of roses and garden beauty that transforms the area into a vibrant tapestry of colours and scents. You can expect garden tours, the Waikerie Flower Show, craft and market stalls, live entertainment, food and wine and more.Â
More details here.Â
Bathurst Gardeners’ Club Spring SpectacularÂ
WHEN: 26 and 27 October, 2024
WHERE: Bathurst, NSW
Picture this: lush gardens bursting with colour, enchanting floral displays and a series of fun-filled activities that will leave you beaming with joy.Â
The Bathurst Spring Spectacular typically features a variety of activities centred around spring and many locals open their gorgeous gardens, offering visitors tours and a chance to celebrate the beauty of spring.Â
More information here.
