Culture, art and heritage

You bloomin’ beauty!

A sea of colour blanketing the landscape is a fantastic way to welcome spring.

Fortunately, it's a sight celebrated across the country.

Various destinations around Australia embrace the floral theme by hosting annual flower festivals. These action-packed events are bursting with activities.

Head down the garden path and get along to one of these floral favourites…

1. Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, QLD

When: September.

Fittingly, the ‘Garden City’ has an amazing annual flower festival. First held in 1950, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers showcases the city’s parks and gardens in all their colourful glory. But that’s just for starters. Food and wine events, musical entertainment, markets, a parade, cinema under the stars, and much more all help create a month-long floral extravaganza.

Stay at: BIG4 Toowoomba Garden City Holiday Park.

2. CherryHill Blossom Festival, VIC

When: September - October.

Each Spring, guests are invited to witness the stunning cherry blossom flowers in bloom at their Wandin East orchard. Hurry, this fleeting sight occurs for just two weeks each year.

Stay at: BIG4 Dandenong Tourist Park.

3. Tesselaar Tulip Festival, Silvan, VIC

When: September-October.

When September rolls around, the small Dandenong Ranges town of Silvan has a spring in its step. The fields come alive with colourful tulips – almost a million of them! Founded in 1954, Tesselaar also features market stalls and a wide assortment of food with a notable Dutch influence. It’s backed by live entertainment, tractor rides, and various themed days that add to the festival’s rich appeal.

Stay at: BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park in Healesville, BIG4 Dandenong Tourist Park, or BIG4 Melbourne Holiday Park.

4. Riverland Rose and Garden Festival, SA

When: October.

Renmark is the Rose Capital of Australia, so fittingly it’s at the heart of this floral favourite. The beautiful Murray River town is ablaze with colour in spring and the festival celebrates the visual delights with a jam-packed assortment of activities spread across a host of venues. In more recent times, the gala has expanded to incorporate neighbouring towns, including Loxton and Waikerie.

Stay at: BIG4 Renmark Riverfront Holiday Park, BIG4 Loxton Riverfront Holiday Park, Berri Riverside Holiday Park or Echo Holiday Parks - Waikerie.

5. Kings Park Festival, Perth, WA

When: September.

You’d be hard pressed to find a better setting for a floral fest. With its sweeping views over the CBD, a visit to Kings Park and Botanic Garden is one of Perth’s best attractions at any time. In September, it’s even more inviting when this event takes centre stage. Free guided walks are a hit with floral fanatics and art displays and family fun days ensure the festival has widespread appeal.

Stay at: BIG4 Perth Midland Tourist Park or Perth Central Caravan Park.

6. Bathurst Spring Spectacular, NSW

When: October.

The Bathurst Spring Spectacular cloaks this vibrant NSW city in colour, showcasing a cluster of glorious gardens at their brightest and best. Live music and markets also feature. Elsewhere in Bathurst, historical Machattie Park is a must-visit in spring.

Stay at: NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park.

Want more flower festivals?

Try Floriade in Canberra or Tulip Time in the NSW city of Bowral.

Isn't it time you had a blooming brilliant break? Book your next BIG4 getaway now. Find all our parks here.

Please notes: Please check official festival websites for the latest info.