Floriade is a Feast of the Senses in Canberra

Thousands of people are flocking to the national capital city of Australia to see the annual Floriade exhibition. In spring each year Canberra hosts an amazing arrange of flower displays in Commonwealth Park next to Lake Burly Griffin in the centre of the city. It commenced on the 17 September and will run until the to the 16 October 2011.

This year’s Floriade theme is a Feast for the Senses, with each of the major flower beds inspired by flavours that stimulate peoples senses. The flower bed designs include Coffee Break, Chocolate Paradise, Cheese Platter, Spice Market, A Drop of Wine, Red Hot Chilli Pepper, Citrus Basket, Cup Cakes, Watermelon Wedge, Farmers Market, Ice Cream Swirl, Bento Box, Chef De Cuisine and Flaming BBQ.

 

More than one million blooms will be on show, as well as special exhibitions and displays.There will be fashion displays, floral art, crafts and fine art, horticultural displays and practical tips and advice on home gardening and outdoor living from noted celebrities and experts. Entertainment will be provided with music acts, street performers, comedy acts, community performances and dance.

The Interflora Exhibition Marquee will show theatre costumes and fashions from ‘Concept to Catwalk’ matched with flowers. Here there is also demonstrations by leading floral artist.

The Showcase Garden Competition is where several themed gardens are designed and prizes awarded to the best.

Carnival in the Park on 2 and 3 October will bring the biggest showcase of Latin culture ever staged in Australia. People will be able to join a Latino banquet of sounds, colours and flavours for the weekend.

Floriade admission is free, and is open 9.00 am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00 am – 5.30pm weekends and public holidays with the last entry to 30 minutes before closing.

For more information see the website http://www.floriadeaustralia.com/