All aboard for an unforgettable afternoon where heritage railway charm blooms into fine dining elegance! Begin your journey on the garden deck with a glass of bubbles, before turning your hand to floral arranging — crafting your own centrepiece to grace your table. Then step aboard the beautifully restored Lady MacGregor railway carriage, transformed into an elegant dining space where silky oak panels glow under ambient lighting and crisp white tablecloths set the scene for something truly special.
Three exquisite courses await, each thoughtfully paired with wines from Heritage Estate in Stanthorpe. Your ticket also includes entry to the Dreamtime carriage, adding an extra layer of discovery to this unique heritage railway experience.
Intimate, indulgent and impossibly charming, this is fine dining with a delightful twist, where culinary excellence and railway heritage bloom beautifully together.
Seats are strictly limited. Book now to secure your place at this signature event.
Your Host
DownsSteam is a volunteer-driven heritage railway in Drayton, dedicated to preserving the rich rail heritage of the Darling Downs. Since restoring the last steam locomotive built by the historic Toowoomba Foundry Company, this passionate community-led organisation has expanded to offer unique rail experiences — from steam shuttles to pub lunches and curated dining adventures in beautifully restored heritage carriages.
This host can cater for gluten free requirements; please indicate your needs when purchasing your ticket.
Alternate Drop
Entrée
Caramelised onion tart OR
Pork belly bites with miso chilli caramel sauce
Main
Pulled beef cheek with tagliatelle OR
Rolled roast chicken and jus
Accompanied with pumpkin and pine nut salad, scattered edible flowers and sourdough
Dessert
Coconut pannacotta with banana chips, toffee pineapple and Malibu mint syrup OR
Raspberry meringue roulade with whipped cream and berry coulis
This host can cater for gluten free requirements; please indicate your needs when purchasing your ticket.
Petals, please read through these terms and conditions carefully before purchasing your ticket.
Refunds
All tickets are non-refundable.
ID Requirements
Some Weekend Table events are 18+ only. Please bring along photo ID to confirm the name on the ticket matches the person that attends and to confirm you are 18+ years of age.
Cancellation (by TCOF)
In the event of cancellation by Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers (such as extreme weather event), refunds will be processed via the ticketing provider.
Exchanges
Exchanges are not permitted for this event.
Resale
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers (TCOF) and Ticketbooth recommend the use of Tixel, a reputable online ticket resale platform. To list unwanted tickets for sale, visit tixel.com.au. TCOF does not recommend the use of online marketplaces to sell unwanted tickets. In the event that you sell or gift your ticket to another without using the resale facility, please be sure to notify info@tcof.com.au to inform them of the ticketholders name and dietary requirements. Guests can also change the name of the ticket on their order by logging in to Ticketbooth if they sell or gift their ticket privately.
Cancellation (by attendee)
In the event that you are unable to attend due to illness or unexpected circumstances, no refund will be issued. TCOF encourage the use of resale or exchange facilities. Please note that this is an all-weather event.
The Weekend Table series is part of Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers and offers a number of events focusing on showcasing our local and regional venues and the food and drink elements they have on offer. Hosted at charming venues across the region, each table becomes a fest of friendship, stories and mouth watering treats. With tables of all sizes, each Weekend Table will be unique, offering a curated menu for each and every taste bud and price point.
Eight events will be held (spread both in town and further afield across the region) over the four day duration – from Fri 2 - Mon 5 Oct 2026, and at different times throughout the day.
Check out all the Weekend TablesThe choice is yours but all events are unique so you can and may wish to attend more than one event.
Each venue partner has created their own special event for the day and they have also curated their own experience. All events will have tables of different sizes (a ‘long table’ may be 6 or it may be 50!). Menus and inclusions cater for all palates and all budgets, some are fine-dining and some are more rustic. Some have live music and special entertainment, others are centred around conversation. There is something for everyone so make sure you check out each option to find your perfect experience or experiences, we would love to welcome you to more than one event.
Simply purchase a ticket for the Weekend Table event you'd like to attend! Be sure to select the correct venue and date, as there are eight dates on offer.
Yes! Each Weekend Table event has a set date and time, and these can be combined to create an itinerary of experiences on any one day or over the four day timeframe. Please ensure that you allow driving or travel time between all events as some are based out of town and in a number of directions. Make sure you plan ahead of purchasing your tickets.
Ideally you and your friends will book together to ensure you are seated together as a part of your group but most likely there will be others at the table, or in some cases it is an ‘extra-long table’.
There are eight different venues participating across the region:
• Aberfeldy Barn
• Bull & Barley Inn
• DownsSteam
• Jillys Cafe
• Laurel Bank Hall (Bubbles & Buttercream)
• Preston Manor
• Relish Cafe
• Rosalie House
Some venues are able to accommodate dietary requirements. Please check the listing for each individual Weekend Table event.
Sometimes and sometimes not, it depends on the venue and layout. We ask you to please arrive expecting that you will be seated with other people outside of your group as Weekend Table events are centred around ‘long tables’ to meet and share your experience with others.
Each event has a different capacity:
• Aberfeldy Barn - 120
• Bull & Barley Inn - 70
• DownsSteam - 30
• Jillys Cafe - 30
• Laurel Bank Hall (Bubbles & Buttercream) - 70
• Preston Manor - 85
• Relish Cafe - 10
• Rosalie House - 50
Whatever suits you – we welcome individuals, friend/family sets and small groups. Weekend Table events are a fantastic way to meet new people and make new friends, however you decide to attend.
Dress is smart casual to all events. Some events are outdoors – so please dress accordingly. Warm clothing and/or hats are suggested for outdoor and/or evening events and you may wish to consider wearing closed in and comfortable shoes for some events, if based in a paddock or vineyard.
Some events are 18+, so please check event description for these details. If not listed as an 18+ event, children are welcome but please note that all tickets are the same price, regardless of age.
Please check the listing for each Weekend Table event for all details around accessibility and parking to help you plan for the day.
Sun, 4 Oct AEST — Sun 4 Oct, 12pm - 4pm