Pet Friendly – Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Pet Friendly Fun

Our Carnival welcomes all furry and four legged friends! With off-leash dog parks, pet-friendly dining, accommodation options and the perfect pet programs, your pets will be living the dream. Stroll together through vibrant flower displays or let them frolic and enjoy all Carnival has to offer.

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers’ Canine Connection

Toowoomba is a dog friendly community and we absolutely welcome furry friends at many Carnival parks and events!

A Tail-Wagging Tradition

Who knew a tiny Pomeranian would become such a big part of Carnival history?

Back in 1950, a little Pomeranian named “Puppy” lead the Toowoomba Thistle Pipe Band in the very first Carnival Parade. Wearing a rug in the band’s tartan, Puppy pranced proudly alongside the bagpipers, becoming an instant crowd favourite. This paw-some tradition continued for eight years! The band’s drum major, Mr Hugh Morgan, was Puppy’s owner, and his four-legged mascot helped set the jubilant tone that still defines our celebration today.

A statue commemorating Puppy now stands at Picnic Point (164 Tourist Rd, Toowoomba). You can visit Puppy and take a selfie with one of Carnival’s earliest stars! The bronze memorial overlooks the spectacular Lockyer Valley—a view that’s sure to make both you and your furry friend’s tail wag.

Bring Your Furry Friends to the Flowers!

Our flowers aren’t just for humans! Leashed dogs are welcome in both our feature floral parks (Laurel Bank Park and Queens Park Botanic Gardens) so they can stop and smell the roses too.

Doggy Etiquette

While we love our four-legged visitors, we kindly ask pet parents to remember:

Keep dogs leashed in public areas
Bring waste bags and clean up after your pet
Ensure your dog is comfortable in crowds before bringing them to busier events
Pack plenty of water for your pup—flower sniffing is thirsty work!

Join us at Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers for some fun with your whole family—including those with four legs! After all, flowers are meant to be enjoyed by everyone, and as Puppy proved all those years ago, sometimes our furry friends appreciate a good garden party just as much as we do!

Join the Paw Parade

A Paw-some Parade!

The paw-fect opportunity to show off your furry friends at our brand new Paw Parade! It’s your pet’s time to shine in the Garden City. Dress them up and let them strut their stuff among the petals.

Events you can bring your Pup to