Garden Hopping by Cab
Get ready to embark on a petal-powered joyride with the best taxi in Toowoomba and dive into the floral extravaganza that awaits you to make your September truly bloom-tastic!
$45 – $55
13 Sept to 7 Oct 2024
13 Sept to 7 Oct 2024
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Gumbi Gumbi Gardens
University of Southern Queensland 487 West Street, Toowoomba, QLD, AustraliaThe garden was designed in close partnership with respected Historical Elders from Toowoomba and Elders of the Jarowair people. Featuring more than 100 plant species, the garden displays an extensive array of Indigenous flora used by the local Aboriginal communities for a range of purposes, including food and medicine.
Free
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Heritage Bank Parkland Entertainment
People First Bank Parkland Entertainment – Laurel Bank Park
Laurel Bank Park 50 Hill Street, Toowoomba, Qld, AustraliaEvery weekend is blooming with Parkland Entertainment! Pack a picnic and bring the family along to musical delights and activities amongst the flower beds. Throughout September Laurel Bank Park will come alive with music, entertainment and blooms.
FREE
Peacehaven Botanic Park
Peacehaven Botanic Park is set in the leafy suburb of Highfields, 15 minutes drive north of the Toowoomba CBD. The park is home to more than 200 different species of native plants and scores of birds and wildlife.
Free
Queens Park Floral Displays
Queens Park - Botanic Gardens Cnr Lindsay & Campbell Street, Toowoomba, Queensland, AustraliaQueens 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
Laurel Bank Floral Displays
Laurel Bank Park 50 Hill Street, Toowoomba, Qld, AustraliaLaurel 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.
FREE
Spring Bluff Railway Station Gardens
Spring Bluff Station Gardens 59 McCormack Drive, Spring Bluff, QLD, AustraliaHeritage-listed Spring Bluff Railway Station is home to over 150 years of railway history and beautifully landscaped gardens that will stop you in your tracks! The springtime garden exhibit is absolutely stunning with thousands of petals putting on a magnificent display through an array of poppies, ranunculi, stocks, snap dragons, petunias and many more other annuals bursting into colour under the warm sunshine.
Free
Picnic Point
Picnic Point 164 Tourist Road, Toowoomba, QLD, AustraliaPerched 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
Japanese Garden Ju Raku En
University of Southern Queensland 487 West Street, Toowoomba, QLD, AustraliaOne 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.
Info Hub at Toowoomba City Library
Toowoomba City Library 155 Herries Street, Toowoomba, QLD, AustraliaWant more info about Carnival or what to see while you are in town? Visit our Info Hub at the Toowoomba City Library for the low down, to pick up a map and browse the official merchandise.
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Info Hubs
Info Hub – Botanic Gardens
Queens Park - Botanic Gardens Cnr Lindsay & Campbell Street, Toowoomba, Queensland, AustraliaWant more info about Carnival or what to see while you're in town? Visit our Info Hub in the Botanic Gardens for the Carnival low down, to pick up a map and browse the official merchandise.
Info Hub – Laurel Bank Park
Laurel Bank Park 50 Hill Street, Toowoomba, Qld, AustraliaWant more info about Carnival or what to see while you are in town? Visit our Info Hub at Laurel Bank Park for the low down, to pick up a map and browse the official merchandise.
Carnival Memorabilia
Toowoomba City Library 155 Herries Street, Toowoomba, QLD, AustraliaCelebrate 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