Embrace Nature’s Splendour: The Toowoomba Flower Festival
Source : Dæhæna – September 2023
The Toowoomba Flower Festival stands as a vibrant celebration of nature’s beauty, captivating hearts and minds with its breathtaking display of floral artistry and enchanting landscapes. Located in the picturesque region of Toowoomba, Australia, this festival has become an annual event that draws both locals and tourists alike.
History
Since its inception in 1949, the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers has flourished and is now an iconic Queensland event. The brainchild of Essex Tait and the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce, Carnival was created as a way for the city to use its “Garden City” reputation to promote increased economic activity following the hardships of WWII.
Key Exhibits and Events
Picnic Point (1 to 30 September)
Perched atop the crest of the Great Dividing Range is Picnic Point. The panoramic 180 degree views will take your breath away, stretching out over the valley to surrounding mountain, the deep gorges
below and the world heritage area of the Scenic Rim.
Queens Park (1 to 30 September)
Queens Park has retained the charm and character common to 19th century public parks and botanic gardens, putting on a special show for her visitors during Carnival. Spread across 25 hectares, Queens Park is something to behold, with bright flower beds, large canopies of stately trees and acres of expansive green lawns, plus two playgrounds to delight the kids and
an off-leash area that keeps the local dogs very happy. The springtime feature floral displays are located in the Botanic Gardens section of the park.
Laurel Bank Park ( 15 to 30 September)
Laurel Bank Park is one of Toowoomba’s premier parks and provides a majestic oasis close to the heart of town. The park features manicured gardens, mature trees, children’s play equipment, barbecue and picnic areas and two croquet lawns and is a must-see destination during the Carnival.
Grand Central Floral Parade (16 September 10 am to 12 pm)
The iconic Grand Central Floral Parade is one of Toowoomba’s favourite events of the year which includes street performers, carnival characters and roving entertainment escort the stunning floral floats on their journey through.
The Floral Parade departs from the corner of Herries & Hume Streets, continues along Herries Street, turns right into Ruthven Street, right into Margaret Street, left onto Hume Street and finishes on Godsall Street Oval on the corner of Hume & Godsall Streets.
Courtesy: https://tcof.com.au/
