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 of expansive green lawns, plus two playgrounds to delight the kids and an off-leash area that keeps the local dogs very happy. Queens Park is one of Toowoomba’s many gems and not to be missed! Botanic Gardens is the home to many events and activations during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, including thousands of blooms, the very popular Info Hub for collecting programs, merchandise and maps through to ferris wheel rides and over 70 free musical performances during Heritage Bank Parkland Entertainment.
Location:
43 Lindsay St, Toowoomba (Google map)
Events occurring in Queens Park during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
FERRIS WHEEL
For a blooming marvelous view over the Botanic Gardens get on board the Ferris Wheel – a truly wonderful way of seeing the floral-filled Botanic Gardens from above.
Fri 13 – Sun 22 Sept
9am – 6pm
FLORAL DISPLAYS
Queens Park is one of Toowoomba’s many gems and not to be missed! The springtime feature floral displays are located in the Botanic Gardens section of the park.
FOOD TRUCKS
Make the most of the picnic environment and pop over to the food trucks for a tasty treat. From a hot caffeine hit to a delightfully chilled icecream, there is plenty to enjoy!
Fri 13 Sept – Mon 7 Oct
8.30am – 5.30pm
GARDEN INFO STAND
Councils talented team of gardeners are happy to answer questions about the park, floral displays and plants onsite during the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.
Fri 13 Sept – Mon 7 Oct
8.30am – 2.30pm Mon to Fri*
8.30am – 4.30pm Weekends.
*Note; the Garden Info Stand is not open between Mon 30 Sept and Fri 4 Oct
INFO HUB
Want more info about Carnival or what to see while you are in town? Visit our Info Hub for the low down, to pick up a map and official merchandise.
Fri 13 Sept – Mon 7 Oct
8.30am – 5.30pm
PARKLAND ENTERTAINMENT
Every weekend is blooming with Parkland Entertainment! Pack a picnic and bring the family along to musical delights and activities amongst the flower beds.
Mon 16 Sept – Mon 7 Oct
Session times:
Fri- Sun: 9.30am – 1pm and
2pm to 5.30pm.
Mon – Thur: 2.00pm to 5.30pm.
Twilight Sessions: Fri & Sat evenings, 5.30pm to 8pm.