#trEATS
We’re encouraging residents and visitors to share some love with our local eateries during this year’s Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers with our #trEATS (Toowoomba Region eats) campaign.
Participating cafes, restaurants and pubs across the Region will be offering exciting new springtime specials.. →
Parkland Entertainment
Pack a picnic and bring the family along to musical delights and activities amongst the flower beds. Throughout Carnival our parks will come alive with music, entertainment and blooms.
There will be something for everyone!
Entertainment
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Boyce Gardens
Boyce Gardens are simply stunning. They were named after Leslie and Margaret Boyce who established the garden in 1930. In May 1969, the Boyce family gave the estate to the University of Queensland in trust, for educational purposes and to preserve and maintain the gardens and natural forest.
Boyce.. →
Gumbi Gumbi Gardens
The Gardens were designed in close partnership with respected Historical Elders from Toowoomba and Elders of the Jarowair people.
The symbol for these Gardens – the gumbi gumbi (Pittosporum angustifolium) was introduced to Toowoomba from further west as a multi purpose medicine by Joyce.. →
Laurel Bank Park
Laurel Bank Park is one of Toowoomba’s premier parks and provides a majestic oasis close to the heart of town. The park features manicured gardens, mature trees, children’s play equipment, barbecue and picnic areas and two croquet lawns and is a must-see destination during Carnival.
What’s.. →
Spring Bluff Railway Station Gardens
Heritage-listed Spring Bluff Railway Station is home to 150 years of railway history and beautifully landscaped gardens. Nestled on the main railway line between Ipswich and Toowoomba, the splendour of the gardens will stop you in your tracks. The spring exhibit is absolutely stunning with thousands.. →
Picnic Point Parklands
Picnic Point Parklands is a stunning, must-see location for visitors. Just a short drive from the city’s CBD, the State heritage-listed parklands provide breathtaking panoramic views eastward to Table Top Mountain and the Lockyer Valley. At night, the glow of Brisbane city lights can be seen.. →
Japanese Garden Ju Raku En
One of the most beautiful and peaceful parks in Toowoomba is the University of Southern Queensland’s Japanese Garden. This 3 hectare site is one of Australia’s largest and most traditionally designed Japanese stroll gardens. Ju Raku En, roughly translated, means ‘to enjoy peace and.. →
Peacehaven Botanic Park
Peacehaven Botanic Park is set in the leafy suburb of Highfields, 15 minutes drive north of the Toowoomba CBD. Covering 5.3 hectares, the park offers panoramic views of Gowrie Junction and the Bunya Mountains to the west and includes a diverse collection of Australian native flora and other attractive.. →
Queens Park
Queens Park has retained the charm and character common to 19th century public parks and botanic gardens, putting on a special show for her visitors during Carnival. Spread across 25 hectares, Queens Park is something to behold, with bright flower beds, large canopies of stately trees and acres.. →
Cultivate Country Garden Tours
The Cultivate Country Garden Tour will take you on roads less travelled to visit some wonderful gardens in rural areas around Toowoomba. Each tour includes a country morning tea and a delicious restaurant style lunch. The tour will provide full commentary as we travel through the local area by guide.. →
Toowoomba Sightseeing Tours
Morning and Afternoon Tours
Showcasing Toowoomba’s attractions with full commentary, jump on board a Toowoomba Sightseeing Tour to discover local history, people of interest, aboriginal heritage and the natural beauty of our region. Departing daily from Toowoomba Visitor Information Centre,.. →
Cabbie Capers Parks and Gardens Tours
Select a 10 seater maxi taxi or a 4 seater sedan and enjoy a tour of Toowoomba’s prize-winning gardens and local parks. Visitors can choose from pre-made tours or create their own itinerary and be chauffeured by Toowoomba’s most experienced and dedicated local drivers.
BOOKINGS: 07.. →
Native Orchid Society of Toowoomba Spring Show
NOSTI presents a delightful display of Australian native orchids, exotic orchids, ferns, bromeliads and foliage plants. Plants, floral art and crafts are for sale with experienced growers and enthusiasts on hand to assist with growing and cultivation tips.
ENQUIRIES: 0418 153 003 or 07 4630.. →
Toowoomba Clivia Society Annual Show
Clivia enthusiasts come from all over Australia to see the spectacular Toowoomba clivias. With the perfect climate and conditions to grow these gorgeous blooms, Toowoomba’s clivias come out in all their glory for Carnival. Clivia seeds and seedlings will be on sale, with members on hands to.. →
Toowoomba Orchid Society Spring Show
An absolute must for orchid lovers, with culture talks and potting demonstrations to help you with your own cultivations, while wandering amongst the orchids. Plants, pots and accessories are available to purchase.
ENQUIRIES: 0424 644 068
When
Friday 18 Sept – Monday 21 Sept,.. →
Toowoomba Clivia Society Annual Clivia Show
The Toowoomba Clivia Society Inc will conduct it’s 15th Annual Clivia Show where exhibits of Clivias in flower in a variety of colours and types will be on display. Clivias, seedlings and seeds will also be on sale. There will be a display of clivia in flower together with providing information.. →
Toowoomba Bromeliad Society Inc Annual Spring Show
There are hundreds of bromeliads, cacti, succulents and foliage to behold at the Bromeliad Show. Advice on growing bromeliads will be available as well as the best varieties that suits the region’s climate. Thousands of plants are for sale including stalls selling gardening tools so expand your.. →
Toowoomba’s Finest Craft Show
Showcase of over 40 of Toowoomba’s best artisan and craftspeople and their wares in a beautiful historic hall. Visitors can meet the craftspeople and purchase a unique handmade momento. Fairy Dell will help children make fairy gardens and there will be a flower area to talk to local growers.. →
Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery
Artificial Paradises: Botanical Art in the Age of Plastic Plants
From historical floral engravings based on voyages of discovery by William Dampier and James Cook, through still lifes by Ellis Rowan, Estelle Thomson and Lionel Lindsay, to a contemporary installation of artificial leaves by local.. →
Toowoomba City Library
Toowoomba City Library is hosting displays, talks and a range of activities during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. Take the time to visit the Library on Monday 21 Sept for A Visual History showing images of prize winning gardens and Toowoomba’s parks including window and floral displays through.. →
St Patrick’s Cathedral Floral Display
Toowoomba’s Flowers to Impress School of Floristry will be working their magic during Carnival with spectacular floral artistry adorning St Patrick’s Cathedral. Enjoy the ambiance as stirring musical notes fill the cathedral during your visit.
ENQUIRIES: 07 4637 1500 or admin@stpats.org.au
St Luke’s Flower & Music Festival
St Luke’s Anglican Church puts on magnificent floral displays by the Toowoomba Floral Art Group, with music concerts daily at 12:30pm. Drop into the hall to see a range of arts and crafts by local artisans and enjoy St Luke’s beautiful gardens.
ENQUIRIES: 07 4639 1910 or stluke.tmba@bigpond.com
Grand Central Floral Parade… reimagined
The iconic Grand Central Floral Parade has been reimagined for 2020! This year the Grand Central Floral Parade will be delivered in two ways, a Static Display throughout the Grand Central Shopping Centre and a highly anticipated mini Itty-Bitty Grand Central Floral Parade.
Static.. →
Rowes Carnival of Light Shows
Bring the whole family to watch the entire front of the Rowes building come to life with spectacular animations to celebrate a Symphony of Spring! You’ll see the magical, miniature world of the garden gnomes with flowers the size of buildings, giant bees, butterflies and lady birds. Watch crepe.. →
Ikebana Display
Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery proudly presents a display in the Japanese art of flower arrangement by the Toowoomba Ikebana Group. From traditional use of minimalism to emphasise shape, line and form, Ikebana has become boldly experimental with new designs that continue to push the boundaries of.. →
Toowoomba Farmers Market
A wonderful opportunity to buy direct from farmers and local food artisans, and also a chance to buy seasonal produce, local meats, hand-made bread, pasta, jams, salts, honey, eggs and locally grown herbs and salad items. There is also an ever changing array of local artisan stalls that sell anything.. →
Hanging Basket Display
Cobb+Co Museum proudly presents a spectacular display of 60 hanging baskets. Each basket is lovingly created by community members from the Toowoomba region as part of a design competition, proudly supported by Yates. This year’s display is sure to delight!
Visitors can expect to see.. →
Teapot Extravaganza
The Teapot Extravaganza is a one-of-a-kind display that features over 400 decorative, functional, novelty and antique teapots. Browse through the book, craft, food and plant stalls or enjoy a relaxing Devonshire tea.
ENQUIRIES: 0420 299 996 or teapots@toowoombawest.org
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Saturday.. →
Carnival of Trains
Come along and see the world of model railways where the grass is green and flowers bright and colourful. Trains run through the beautiful scenery with a Model Railway Museum to visit as well. Enter the Tunnel Portal – an exciting adventure of model railroading awaits.
ENQUIRIES: 07 4638 0397.. →
Golden Gouge Woodcraft Competition
Learn about all the creative art of woodcrafting! Woodworkers from the Darling Downs and surrounding areas will compete in a wide variety of wood craft skills such as carving, wood turning, cabinet making, box making and pyrography. With an open competition or a novice competition on offer, don’t.. →
Cobb + Co Museum
Cobb + Co Museum is just a short walk across Queens Park offering a variety of things to see and do. Visit the National Carriage Collection and brush up on your Cobb & Co history with an exhibition dedicated to the legendary coaching company. With a variety of exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations,.. →
The Chronicle Garden for Good Competition
The Chronicle Garden for Good
Organisers of The Chronicle Garden Competition have announced that this year’s event would be known by a new name – The Chronicle Garden for Good!
Gardeners will have the opportunity to participate in the The Chronicle Gardens for Good via an.. →