We’re on the hunt for tasty local food vendors to join the fun at this year’s Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. Each year, our gardens burst into colour and thousands of guests flock to town looking for great food and good times. That’s where you come in!
The Tasty Details
When: 18 Sept – 5 Oct 2026
How long: The full 18-day carnival extravaganza
Where you’ll be serving up smiles:
- Queens Park Botanic Gardens
- Laurel Bank Park
What We're Looking For
We need food and drink vendors who can:
- Stick around for the entire 18 days (it’s a marathon, not a sprint!)
- Handle whatever weather comes our way (sunshine, showers, or anything in between)
- Cook up crowd-pleasing treats that keep visitors coming back for more
- Keep your food safe and your customers happy
- Bring a stall that looks as good as your food tastes
Why Join the Fun?
Being part of Carnival means:
- Meeting thousands of hungry flower enthusiasts from near and far
- Being at the heart of all the action and community spirit
- Showing off your culinary magic at one of the region’s biggest gatherings
Keeping It Local
We love our local businesses! Toowoomba Regional Council gives preference to vendors from our region – we’re all about supporting homegrown talent, just like our beautiful blooms.
Fees & conditions
Petals, make sure you carefully read through these documents before you apply:
Ready to Apply?
Get in quick: Applications close at 4pm on Monday, 13 April 2026.