🌸 18 September – 5 October 2026

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers Tours 2026

Complete spring day tours from Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast with Cooee Tours. Morning tea at Picnic Point, Queens Park and Laurel Bank Park at their spring peak, and free time in the heart of Australia's longest-running floral festival — from just $89 per person.

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✓ Updated July 2026 – 77th Carnival of Flowers dates confirmed

Australia's Premier Spring Floral Festival

Celebrating its 77th year — Queensland's most spectacular spring celebration

Years of Celebration

150+

Spectacular Gardens

80+

Festival Events

40M

Petals on Display

$89

Tours From, Per Person

Official 2026 Festival Information

The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is proudly organised by Toowoomba Regional Council and runs 18 September – 5 October 2026, with the Grand Central Floral Parade on Saturday 19 September. For the complete official program, visit the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers website.

Choose Your 2026 Carnival of Flowers Experience

Three ways to experience the Carnival — a great-value Classic day tour, a small-group Deluxe experience, or a 2-day overnight escape

Best Value

Classic Day Tour

Carnival of Flowers Day Trip

$89 from, per person

Full Day | Depart Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast

🚌 Luxury Coach

☕ Morning Tea

🌸 2 Premier Gardens

🕐 90 Min Free Time

The complete spring experience at a great price. Morning tea at Picnic Point, both of Toowoomba's premier public gardens, a scenic drive past the Carnival's famous decorated homes, and free time for lunch and the markets.

🌸 Standard Inclusions

Return luxury coach travel
Experienced local driver
Complimentary morning tea at Picnic Point Lookout
Visits to Toowoomba's two premier public gardens — Queens Park & Laurel Bank Park
Free time for lunch and shopping in the Carnival precinct
Festival map and local recommendations
Air-conditioned coach with onboard commentary
Scenic drive past Toowoomba's decorated homes and gardens

Brisbane – $89 Gold Coast – $99 Sunshine Coast – $109

Small Group

Premium Day Tour

Deluxe Experience

$159 from, per person

Full Day | Smaller Group | Lunch Included

🍽️ 2-Course Lunch

🌸 3–4 Gardens

🏛️ Guided City Tour

👥 Small Group

The premium way to see the Carnival. A smaller group, a relaxed two-course café lunch, three to four gardens, a guided city tour, and an optional boutique café or local producer stop on the journey home.

🌸 Everything in Classic PLUS

Two-course café lunch included
Three to four gardens visited
Guided city tour of the Garden City
Optional boutique café or local producer stop (time permitting)
Smaller group experience

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Overnight

Premium Overnight

2-Day Garden Experience

$349 per person

2 Days, 1 Night | 4-Star Hotel Included

🏨 Accommodation

🌸 8+ Gardens

🌙 Night Gardens

🍽️ 4 Meals

The ultimate Carnival escape. Two full days of spectacular gardens including evening illuminations, with 4-star accommodation in central Toowoomba and most meals included.

🌸 Highlights

4-star hotel accommodation in central Toowoomba
8+ spectacular public and private gardens
Evening garden illuminations tour
Breakfast, two lunches and dinner included
Spring Bluff Railway Station & USQ Japanese Gardens

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✓ Friendly local Queensland operator | ✓ Luxury air-conditioned coaches | ✓ No parking hassles, no mountain driving

🌸 Limited Seats – Tours Operate 18 September – 5 October 2026

2026 Classic Day Tour Pricing by Departure Location

All departures include the same great day — morning tea at Picnic Point, Queens Park, Laurel Bank Park and free time in the Carnival precinct

Departure	Adult	Child	Notes
Brisbane CBD	$89	$69	Best value
Brisbane North (Chermside)	$89	$69	Convenient northern pickup
Gold Coast (Helensvale)	$99	$79	Excellent value compared with driving
Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore & Caboolture)	$109	$89	Long-distance premium

Optional Extras to Make Your Day Even Better

Add these popular upgrades when you book

🧺 Spring Picnic Lunch

+$22 per person

Skip the lunch queues and enjoy a ready-to-go picnic in the gardens:

Gourmet sandwich
Fresh fruit
Sweet treat
Juice or bottled water

💺 Premium Coach Seating

+$5 per person

Reserve your seat in one of the first four rows of the coach — the best views on the scenic climb up the Toowoomba Range, and first off at every stop.

Why Book Your Carnival of Flowers Tour with Cooee Tours?

A perfect day out with friends and family — we handle the driving, you enjoy the flowers

No Parking Hassles

Carnival weekends bring huge crowds to Toowoomba and parking near Queens Park is scarce. We drop you at the gardens — you just enjoy the flowers.

No Mountain Driving

Relax while our experienced local driver handles the climb up the Toowoomba Range. Sit back, take in the views and arrive fresh.

Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach

Modern coaches with reclining seats and onboard commentary about the Darling Downs and Queensland's Garden City along the way.

Friendly Local Operator

Cooee Tours is a Queensland family operator. Our drivers know Toowoomba, the festival and the best photo spots — and we look after you all day.

Great Value Day Out

Coach travel, morning tea, two premier gardens and a scenic city drive from just $89 per person — cheaper than fuel, parking and the stress of driving yourself.

Plenty of Free Time

Around 90 minutes of free time in the heart of the Carnival for lunch, markets, street entertainment and shopping — explore at your own pace.

Your Classic Day Tour Itinerary

A perfectly planned spring day — the same great itinerary from every departure point

🕢 7:30 AM — Depart Your Pickup Location

Board your luxury air-conditioned coach and settle in as your experienced local driver takes care of the highway run and the climb up the Toowoomba Range — with onboard commentary along the way.

☕ 9:30 AM — Morning Tea at Picnic Point Lookout

Enjoy spectacular views across the Lockyer Valley and Table Top Mountain while relaxing with complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits at Toowoomba's most famous lookout.

🌷 10:15 AM — Queens Park Botanic Gardens

The centrepiece of the Carnival — magnificent formal floral displays, entertainment and seasonal gardens across 25 heritage hectares.

🍽️ 12:00 PM — Free Time in the Carnival Precinct

Around 90 minutes for lunch at your own pace — Carnival markets, local cafés, street entertainment and shopping. Or pre-book our Spring Picnic Lunch add-on and picnic in the gardens.

🌹 1:45 PM — Laurel Bank Park

One of Australia's most photographed spring gardens, featuring themed floral displays, scented rose beds and creative landscaping.

🏡 2:45 PM — Scenic Drive Through Toowoomba

See many of the beautifully decorated homes and gardens that make the Carnival famous, with commentary from your driver.

🚌 3:15 PM — Depart Toowoomba

Relax on the comfortable journey home after a perfect spring day out.

Sample itinerary — exact pickup times are confirmed with your booking and may vary slightly with festival traffic.

Plan Your Carnival Visit

Our local guides to making the most of the 2026 Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our 2026 Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers tours

When is the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers 2026?

The 2026 Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers runs from Friday 18 September to Monday 5 October 2026, with the Grand Central Floral Parade on Saturday 19 September. It's the 77th year of Australia's longest-running floral festival. Cooee Tours operates day tours on multiple dates right across the festival period.

Which departure locations do Cooee Tours offer for the Carnival of Flowers?

We depart from Brisbane CBD and Brisbane North (Chermside) from $89 per person, the Gold Coast (Helensvale) from $99, and the Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore and Caboolture) from $109. Children travel from $69 depending on departure point. Every departure includes morning tea at Picnic Point and visits to Queens Park and Laurel Bank Park.

What's the difference between the Classic day tour and the Deluxe Experience?

The Classic tour ($89–$109 by departure point) includes return luxury coach travel, morning tea at Picnic Point, Toowoomba's two premier public gardens and around 90 minutes of free time for lunch and shopping. The Deluxe Experience ($159) is a smaller-group tour that adds a two-course café lunch, three to four gardens, a guided city tour and an optional boutique café or local producer stop on the way home.

Is lunch included on the Classic day tour?

Lunch is at your own expense on the Classic tour — you'll have around 90 minutes of free time to enjoy the Carnival markets, local cafés and street entertainment. Alternatively, add our Spring Picnic Lunch for $22 per person (gourmet sandwich, fresh fruit, sweet treat and a drink) when you book. The Deluxe Experience includes a two-course café lunch.

Do you offer an overnight Carnival of Flowers tour?

Yes — our 2-Day Garden Experience ($349 per person) includes 4-star Toowoomba accommodation, 8+ gardens, evening garden illuminations and most meals. It's ideal if you want to see the festival at a relaxed pace, including the gardens lit up at night.

Are the tours suitable for seniors?

Very much so — the Carnival of Flowers is one of our most popular tours with seniors. Coaches have low-step entry, the pace is relaxed, and both Queens Park and Laurel Bank Park have paved, accessible pathways. Premium seating in the first four rows can be reserved for just $5 per person.

When should I book?

As early as possible. The Carnival attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors and coach seats sell out weeks in advance — especially departures around the Grand Central Floral Parade on Saturday 19 September 2026.

Ready for Australia's Premier Spring Floral Festival?

Join Cooee Tours for the 77th Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers — 18 September to 5 October 2026. Departures from Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast from just $89 per person. Limited seats — book early.

Book Your 2026 Carnival Tour Call: 0409 661 342