Floriade - Australia’s Celebration of Spring
Saturday 12 September – Sunday 11 October 2009

Floriade, Australia

“Floriade” is derived from the Latin word “floriat” which means “to design with flowers.”  To Australia,  Floriade is the biggest flower festival. Held annually in Canberra’s Commonwealth Park,  it is a spring celebration which was initially held in 1988 to celebrate Australia’s bicentennial and Canberra’s 75th birthday.  Due to the success of the first event, it became an annual celebration of spring ever since.
From the middle of September, the center of city will be transformed into garden beds filled with millions of bulb, especially Tulips.  A theme for each year chosen by Australia Capital Tourism,  this year it will be “Mind, Body and Soul”.  Arrangements of millions of blossom will be used to symbolize the three major elements of balanced life- improving your mind, looking after your body, and nurturing your soul and the park will be decorated with flowers in different designs inspired by the theme.

Garden beds, Floriade in Australia

There are many events held during the 30 days including cultural celebrations, artistic displays, entertainment and recreational activities and a range of food and beverage options.  Daytime entry for the Floriade is free, Floriade Night Fest will be held from 6:30pm until 10:30pm between Wednesday 23 September and Sunday 27 September 2009. Get involved! There are numerous competitions including; Showcase Gardens and Passion for Fashion in which entrants create a gown featuring plant materials and flowers. Volunteers are a vital part of the success of the festival and enjoy it no less than anyone else. Street performers are encouraged to apply to attend to the organizers.
Floriade is a month-long festival, open seven days a week.  You can get to the floriade by bus, cruise, bike, taxi or walk- it is only five-minute walk from Canberra’s city centre.

Opening Hours
9am–5pm Monday to Friday
8am–5pm weekends and public holidays
Last entry to the event is 30 minutes before closing.

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