Laurel Bank 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.
This historical garden 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 delightful Twilight Tours and over 70 free musical performances during Heritage Bank Parkland Entertainment.
Location:
50 Hill Street, Toowoomba (Google map)
Events occurring in Laurel Bank during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
FLORAL DISPLAYS
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.
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.
Sat 14 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: 9.30am – 1pm.
TWILIGHT TOURS
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 in a one-hour nocturnal tour of Laurel Bank.
Fri 13 Sept – Mon 7 Oct
Mon – Fri 5.30pm – 6.30pm
*Bookings required