The Ultimate Guide to the Four Floral Filled Weekends of Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is back bigger than ever from Friday, 12 September to Monday, 6 October 2025 for its 76th year. Each of the four floral filled weeks is packed with bunches of different exciting events, making it hard to know when to visit. To assist with this decision we’ve created the ultimate guide to the four floral filled weekends of Carnival.
Weekend 1: Fri 12 September - Sun 14 September
Welcome the season of blooms with an unforgettable lawn party experience in Toowoomba. This exclusive ticketed event features garden-inspired cocktails, decadent bites, and a vibrant atmosphere set against a backdrop of springtime beauty.
Tasting Tours
Gather your favourite foodies and discover the unique local flavours of Toowoomba on a guided tasting tour. Choose from three deliciously different experiences, each showcasing the region’s best bites, sips, and hidden gems.
Ferris Wheel (Queens Park)
Take in breathtaking views of the Botanic Gardens from above on the must-do Ferris Wheel experience during Toowoomba's flower season. Perfect for all ages (and even well-behaved dogs!), this family-friendly attraction offers a unique way to see the floral beauty of spring from a whole new perspective.
#trEATS
Starting on 12 September and running all Carnival-long, this is a foodie’s paradise! Participating Toowoomba Region eateries are offering Carnival exclusive springtime dishes - all priced from $10 - $25! Don’t miss out on the one-of-a kind #trEATS!
Twilight Tours
When the sun goes down, it is time to enjoy these floral displays in a new light. Starting 12 September, experience the magic of Laurel Bank Park after dark with enchanting twilight tours, running every Tuesday to Saturday during Carnival. Enjoy the cooler evenings, skip the crowds, and see Toowoomba’s iconic floral displays in a beautifully lit, after-hours glow.
Weekend 2: Fri 19 September - Sun 21 September
The famous Grand Central Floral Parade is one of Toowoomba’s most iconic events! On Saturday, 20 September, watch as floral themed floats, bands and colourful characters wind their way through the heart of the city to Queens Park.
Get your pooches ready! It's their time to shine in the Paw Parade! Bring along your four legged fashionistas to join the parade of wagging tales, gourmet pet treats, and insta-worthy photo ops.
Sideshow Alley
Thrill seeking rides, fairy floss, show bags and your favourite carnival food are available this weekend in lower Queens Park! Plus, three nights of fireworks!
Tasting Tours
Missed the first weekend of tasting tours? Don't worry! Discover the city’s culinary scene through one of three available tours. Sip & Stroll, Cork & Walk, or go on a Pint Pursuit with knowledgeable guides and tasty bites along the way.
Ferris Wheel (Queens Park)
Want to see the blooms from above? Take a ride for a one-of-a-kind view over the Botanic Gardens.
Carousel (Laurel Bank Park)
The Laurel Bank Park carousel is a must-do for kids (and adults) during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. With colourful rides, classic tunes, and endless giggles, it’s the perfect way for little ones to enjoy the magic of the park.
Toowoomba Exhibition Gardens
Take a stroll through eight of Toowoomba’s most beautiful home gardens! A must-see for garden enthusiasts. Toowoomba’s finest gardens will be on display 9am - 5pm daily, 19 – 28 September 2025.
The Chronicle Garden Competition
Discover these stunning gardens, curated by passionate home gardeners who work year-round transforming their private gardens into stunning floral showpieces. The guide listing the garden locations and opening times will be released on Friday, 19 September.
Spring Bluff Train Rides (Queensland Rail)
Calling all train and flower enthusiasts! This ones for you. Watch a world of blooming colour fly by as you depart from Toowoomba Railway Station, and arrive at the stunning gardens at Spring Bluff.
Weekend 3: Fri 26 September - Sun 28 September
Welcome to FEASTival! This culinary celebration is a foodies's heaven. Bring the family (and empty stomachs) for 2 days of food and floral filled fun.
Ferris Wheel (Queens Park)
Watch the colours of the Botanic Gardens melt in to one as you view the floral display from a new perspective!
Carousel (Laurel Bank Park)
After a long day of admiring beautiful blooms, kick your feet up get a front row seat to the Laurel Bank garden displays on the carousel.
Toowoomba Exhibition Gardens
Its your last chance to greet the growers of eight of Toowoomba’s finest gardens! On display 9am - 5pm daily, 19 – 28 September 2025, meet the Toowoomba locals who work all year round to grow these colourful creations, and admire their work up close.
The Chronicle Garden Competition
Garden enthusiasts - this ones for you. Its your final opportunity to see the perfectly manicured gardens that entered the Chronicle Garden Competition. The guide listing the garden locations and opening times will be released on Friday 19 September.
Spring Bluff Train Rides (Queensland Rail)
Missed the train last weekend? No worries! There’s still time to hop aboard from Toowoomba Railway Station and journey to the heritage-listed Spring Bluff Station - famous for its stunning spring gardens and historic charm.
Weekend 4: Fri 3 October - Mon 6 October
Surround yourself with flowers and friends this Carnival season! From breakfast to dinner, discover charming Toowoomba venues serving up mouthwatering curated menus.
Ferris Wheel (Queens Park)
Final call for the Ferris Wheel! Catch the flowers one last time from a birds-eye view on the Queens Park Ferris Wheel.
Carousel (Laurel Bank Park)
Fun for the whole family! Take in the floral sights and scents from the Laurel Bank Park Carousel.
Midweek Moments
Of course, you can also visit during the week! While you’ll find the large-scale events fall on a weekend, there’s plenty to see and do at any time. In fact, visiting during the week is great if you’d prefer to avoid larger crowds!
Our top picks - take a Twilight Tour of Laurel Bank, or set your own adventure with Carnival’s Petals & Pups itineraries (perfect for doggie families!)
