Carnival of Flowers 75th BIRTHDAY PARTY!
Get ready for an unforgettable spring celebration just up the road from Murphys Creek Escape! The Carnival of flowers is one of Toowoomba’s iconic yearly events that brings visitors from all around Australia to see. There is a blooming fantastic lineup awaiting you, complete with vibrant floral displays in our parks, brand new culinary experiences, beloved tours, and a few extraordinary, one-time-only events to celebrate our birthday. Tickets are now available—don’t miss out on the festivities!
If you are looking for affordable accommodation then consider Murphys Creek Escape while visiting Toowoomba for the Carnival of Flowers. The campgrounds are only a short-drive from the event and makes for a unique experience while on the camping trip. There is plenty for the kids to do also while back at camp while you relax and unwind.
Event Details
Dates: 13 Sept to 7 Oct 2024
Since its inception, the iconic Floral Parade has captivated the community, with hundreds of volunteers, community groups, and local businesses dedicating innumerable hours to its success.
Every year, the entire town along with thousands of visitors gather to watch as street performers, carnival characters, and roving entertainers accompany the breathtaking floral floats on their journey through the city center to Queens Park.
For over two decades, Grand Central has proudly been the major sponsor of the Floral Parade, annually crafting the lead float that spearheads this vibrant procession.
Free Events
If you are someone just wanting to check out what everything is about. There is a number of free events available worth checking out with the family.
Twilight Tours – Must Do!!
Weeknights, Friday 13th until Monday 30th September – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Enter the twilight zone and discover the secret world of the parklands by night. This is your chance to see and hear from the experts about the darker side of plant life in a one-hour nocturnal tour of Laurel Bank.
Throw the spotlight on some shady characters from far off places like English and Spanish oaks, Gingko trees and Japanese maples. Track down exotic and rare species and find out what goes on behind the scenes to create our picture-perfect park. The tour meets near the Info Hub at Laurel Bank at 5:30pm.
Dates and Times:
Fri 13 Sept, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Mon 16 to Fri 20 Sept, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Mon 23 to Fri 27 Sept, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Mon 30 Sept, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Cost:
$10 per person
Family Events
If you are camping with the family then why not head up to Toowoomba for one the family events run by the Carnival of Flowers. There are a number of events running over the couple of weeks to provide plenty of variety and flexibility for all to visit. This is usually a massive hit with all families when it comes to having fun and the kids will love seeing all the vibrant colours and millions of flowers on display. Not to mention the really cool parades and much more entertainment for the family.
Families attending the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers can expect the city centre of Toowoomba to come alive with tours, parkland entertainment, Night Gardens, regional food trails, the famous Festival of Food & Wine in Queens Park, the Floral Parade, and more. Ticketed events plus free family events will be on for the month-long Carnival of Flowers, so get ready for unique events, arts and crafts, award-winning parks, stunning private gardens, a street parade bursting with floral colour, internationally acclaimed musical acts, some of the best food and wine in Queensland and loads of family-friendly cultural adventures.
Festival of Food and Wine
Indulge in three days and nights of culinary delight as you experience the world-renowned produce from the Queensland Country region, all conveniently gathered in one spectacular location.
Treat your taste buds to the exceptional flavors of fresh produce and wines directly from the lush pastures, vibrant orchards, and esteemed vineyards of the area. This year’s festival lineup is exceptionally vibrant—don’t miss a moment! Come and enjoy the Festival of Food & Wine, where you can relax to the cool tunes of some of Australia’s hottest bands and musicians on the Main Stage, all while savoring top-notch food and wine. The atmosphere will be electric with live music that perfectly complements the epicurean experience.
When
Friday 13 September 4pm – 10pm
Saturday 14 September 11am – 10pm
Sunday 15 September 11am – 8pm
Location
Upper Queens Park, Cnr Margaret & Lindsay Sts, Toowoomba
Children’s Policy:
All minors under 18 years MUST be accompanied by a Parent/Legal Guardian.
Children 2 years and under are admitted for free with a paying adult.
Botanical Society Day Pass 18+ Only
Enjoy the Festival in style and upgrade your day pass to the Botanical Society Day Pass. The pass includes access to an exclusive area within the Festival of Food & Wine Festival, featuring its own private bar (and private loos!), and an outdoor lawn area, your choice of a reusable wine tumbler or stubby cooler, plus premium main stage viewing!
Camping at Murphys Creek Escape for the Carnival of Flowers (13 Sept to 7 Oct)
If you are looking for affordable accommodation nearby the Carnival of Flowers then Murphys Creek Escape is only a 28 min drive up the highway. It makes for a really cool camping experience with the ability to visit any of the Carnival of Flower events that you want. There is plenty of room to accommodate all campers and vehicle types from caravans, RV’s, Off-Road Vehicles, normal cars, standard off-road and plenty of wide access to the camp grounds. The campgrounds are family and pet-friendly so we ask that everyone is respectful of the other campers. There is also plenty of kids activities to keep them entertained while on-site.
Don’t miss out on this iconic event this year and get the family to Toowoomba for this fun filled weekend.