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See all dates Queens Park Floral Displays

Queens Park Floral Displays

Queens Park - Botanic Gardens Cnr Lindsay & Campbell Street, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

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.

FREE
See all dates Picnic Point

Picnic Point

Picnic Point 164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Perched atop the crest of the Great Dividing Range is Picnic Point. The panoramic 180 degree views will take your breath away, stretching out over the valley to surrounding mountain, the deep gorges below and the world heritage area of the Scenic Rim.

Free
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Japanese Garden Ju Raku En

University of Southern Queensland 487 West Street, Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

One of the most beautiful and peaceful parks in Toowoomba is the University of Southern Queensland's Japanese Garden. ‘Ju Raku En’ roughly translates to mean 'to enjoy peace and longevity in a public place' and was opened on 21 April 1989.

See all dates Carnival Memorabilia

Carnival Memorabilia

Toowoomba City Library 155 Herries Street, Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers by exploring its history and how it grew into the award winning event it is today.

Free
See all dates Ferris Wheel

Ferris Wheel

Queens Park - Botanic Gardens Cnr Lindsay & Campbell Street, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

For a blooming marvelous view over the Botanic Gardens get on board the Ferris Wheel! The Ferris Wheel is a truly wonderful way of seeing the floral-filled Botanic Gardens from above. You’ll find the Ferris Wheel adjacent to the Botanic Gardens (rest assured, you can see the flowers from the top!)

$4 – $8
See all dates Festival at the Big Cow

Festival at the Big Cow

Highfields Pioneer Village 23 Wirraglen Rd, Highfields, QLD, Australia

Experience a unique celebration of all things cow at Highfields Pioneer Village from 13 – 22 Sept. Immerse yourself in the captivating history of the Australian dairy industry with activities including cow milking and butter churning!

$8 – $20
See all dates Grand Central

Itty Bitty Grand Central Floral Parade

Grand Central, Toowoomba Cnr Margaret & Dent Streets, Toowoomba, QLD

The Itty Bitty Grand Central Floral Parade allows those that can’t participate in the main parade event to showcase their creativity, community spirit and love of Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers…in miniature!

Free
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Alice’s Garden Holiday Activities

Toowoomba City Library 155 Herries Street, Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Step into Alice's Garden where danger and magic await! Visit the fairy garden and make your own wings, escape the Red Queen's dungeon, stop by the Mad Hatter millinery and follow the white rabbit through a scavenger hunt. Wonderland awaits you at Toowoomba City Library!

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Festival of Food & Wine

Queens Park - Upper Lindsay Street, East Toowoomba, Australia

Friday 13 - Sunday 15 September For three mouth-watering days, you can sample the world-famous produce of Southern Queensland Country, all in one place. Treat yourself to incredible flavours, produce and wine fresh from the bountiful pastures, orchards and wine vineyards of the region. Attend variety of tantalising foodie demonstrations and marvel at delicious mealsContinue reading →

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Grand Central Floral Parade

The iconic Grand Central Floral Parade is one of Toowoomba’s favourite events of the year! Come along to watch street performers, carnival characters and roving entertainment escort the stunning floral floats on their journey through the heart of the city to Queens Park.

FREE

Succulent Fest

Bunkers Hill State School 315 Bunkers Hill School Road, Westbrook, QLD

Plant collectors, get ready! Succulent Fest is on again, with a huge variety of succulents, bromeliads, indoor and outdoor plants, as well as hand crafts.

$2
See all dates Carnival of Trains

Carnival of Trains

Toowoomba Showgrounds Glenvale Road, Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Discover the world of model railways where the grass is green and the flowers bright and colourful! Watch the trains run through beautiful scenery, and visit the model railway museum.

Check out the 'U' Drive train for the kids, as well as a selection of pre-loved model trains, and other railway objects for sale. Add in some colouring in activities and interactive displays for all ages, and you're on the right track for a great day out!

$5
See all dates Sideshow Alley

Sideshow Alley

Queens Park - Upper Lindsay Street, East Toowoomba, Australia

Head over to lower Queens Park, for thrill seeking rides, fairy floss, dagwood dogs and shows bags! Have a shot at winning a top shelf prize at one of the sideshow games or take in the bird’s- eye view upside down from the heart stopping 360 degree ride. Presented by Storage King.

See all dates Sideshow Alley Entertainment

Sideshow Alley Entertainment

Queens Park - Frogs Hollow Cnr Margaret & Hume Streets, Toowoomba, qld, Australia

Take a breather from the thrills and spills of sideshow alley to enjoy the live entertainment at Frogs Hollow! Friday 20 Sept 7pm - 'Flame' Fire Show“Flame" - an enchanting fire show which masterfully blends the art of fire manipulation with graceful choreography. This captivating performance showcases the beauty and power of fire in aContinue reading →

Free
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Steam Train Rail Journey

Saturday 28th September Queensland Rail, in partnership with the Australian Railway Historical Society (Qld) are excited to announce that they will be bringing the gorgeous steam train BB181/4 and heritage carriages to Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers!The historic steam train trip involves a scenic ride from the North Ipswich Workshops through the Darling Downs and upContinue reading →

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Bricks in Bloom:  A Floral LEGO Fan Expo

Glenvale State School 224 Glenvale Road, GLENVALE, QLD

Immerse yourself in a floral experience like no other - instead of paving gardens with bricks, check out gardens built with them!

LEGO® creators will display their works for the enjoyment of all LEGO® lovers, with an exhibition of captivating builds and creative colour.

$2 – $5
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EVENT CANCELLED; Cinema Under The Stars

Peacehaven Botanic Park 56 Kuhls Rd, Highfields, QLD, Australia

Pack your picnic blanket (and a jacket), gather your family and friends, and enjoy an evening under the stars. As the sun sets over Peacehaven Botanic Park, the  joys of the film experience will be brought to life during the park’s first twilight movie screening. 

Free
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Twilight Tours

Laurel Bank Park 50 Hill Street, Toowoomba, Qld, Australia

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 Park. 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.

$10