What is Floriade?
The breathtaking garden beds, made up of more than a million blooms, create giant pictures which reflect the current year’s theme.
The garden beds set the backdrop for a 30 day festival filled with vibrant entertainment, many different learning experiences, unique markets, live concerts and delicious food and drink.
Canberra’s attractions join the capital in celebrating spring by offering Floriade-themed experiences throughout the 30 day festival in the Floriade Trail.
In 2008 Floriade will turn 21 in style! See Australia's favourite films showcased in a dazzling display of over a million blooms, highlighting the theme of Floriade 21 — Films that shaped our nation.
You'll see a lavish wedding dress from Muriel’s Wedding, Australia’s favourite foot-slapping penguin from Happy Feet; the spectacular Priscilla, Queen of the Desert bus, Babe's lovable sheep-herding pig and more, all emerging from the beautiful garden beds.
- More about this year's theme, Floriade 21 — Films that shaped our nation
