What Floriade is the biggest flower festival in Australia, a spectacular celebration of spring, set in Canberra's Commonwealth Park.
For five nights there is also a Night Festival featuring leading music acts.
Where ? Canberra, ACT
When ? Floriade: 11 September - Sunday 10 October, 2010
Nightfest: Saturday 22nd September -Sunday 26th October, 2010
Who is Appearing? Zillions of flowers plus full series of evening programs.
What Events? Movies, Nightfest, bands.(see below)
How much are the tickets? Mostly free as far as we can see
Festival Website? Floriade 2010
Entertainment highlights
Katie Noonan & The Captains
The dazzling Katie Noonan and her new band The Captains will headline this year’s entertainment program with a concert on Saturday 18 September. The five-time platinum recording artist will enthral visitors with her distinctive sound and lyrical storyscapes.
Telstra Road to Tamworth
Heat nine of the Telstra Road to Tamworth Competition will boot scoot into Floriade on Sunday 10 October, bringing some of Australia’s up-and-coming country talent with it.
DonateLife concert
The DonateLife concert will wrap up the opening ceremony of the 12th Australian Transplant Games at Floriade on Sunday 3 October with an afternoon of music from a range of artists, including The Big Ol Bus Band. The festivities will encourage visitors to imagine a brighter future for those awaiting organ and tissue transplants and help raise awareness of this important issue.
Rhythm & Blooms The ANU School of Music will present an uplifting series of lunchtime concerts to stir the imagination. Program highlights include a classical concert on Saturday 11 September and a jazz concert on Saturday 9 October. Both concerts will feature up to 40 musicians playing a mix of well-known and original works. Weekday concerts on Stage 88 will provide the perfect inspiration to relax and explore all that Floriade has to offer.
Other feature activities and events
Carnival Stage at NightFest
Five nights of stand-up comedy, acrobatics and magic by renowned artists, Patrick McCullagh, the List Operators, Jacques the Cheeky French Waiter and Dave Thornton.
EMPRESS Stiltdance
Everything will seem miniature in comparison as larger-than-life tulips and gigantic mantises roam the garden beds and delight the crowds with their spectacular costumes.
The Gigalees Crazy Circus Show at the Kid’s Corner Side-splitting physical comedy, awesome acrobatics and musical mayhem for kids of all ages, especially little ones. Enjoy two 30-minute shows each night during Nightfest.
Floriade’s street performers Be inspired by the creative flair of Floriade’s street performers who bring an extra splash of colour to the festival with amazing acts including magical comedy, airborne antics and acrobatics.
Entertainment highlights
Katie Noonan & The Captains
The dazzling Katie Noonan and her new band The Captains will headline this year’s entertainment program with a concert on Saturday 18 September. The five-time platinum recording artist will enthral visitors with her distinctive sound and lyrical storyscapes.
Telstra Road to Tamworth
Heat nine of the Telstra Road to Tamworth Competition will boot scoot into Floriade on Sunday 10 October, bringing some of Australia’s up-and-coming country talent with it.
DonateLife concert
The DonateLife concert will wrap up the opening ceremony of the 12th Australian Transplant Games at Floriade on Sunday 3 October with an afternoon of music from a range of artists, including The Big Ol Bus Band. The festivities will encourage visitors to imagine a brighter future for those awaiting organ and tissue transplants and help raise awareness of this important issue.
Rhythm & Blooms The ANU School of Music will present an uplifting series of lunchtime concerts to stir the imagination. Program highlights include a classical concert on Saturday 11 September and a jazz concert on Saturday 9 October. Both concerts will feature up to 40 musicians playing a mix of well-known and original works. Weekday concerts on Stage 88 will provide the perfect inspiration to relax and explore all that Floriade has to offer.
Other feature activities and events
Carnival Stage at NightFest
Five nights of stand-up comedy, acrobatics and magic by renowned artists, Patrick McCullagh, the List Operators, Jacques the Cheeky French Waiter and Dave Thornton.
EMPRESS Stiltdance
Everything will seem miniature in comparison as larger-than-life tulips and gigantic mantises roam the garden beds and delight the crowds with their spectacular costumes.
The Gigalees Crazy Circus Show at the Kid’s Corner Side-splitting physical comedy, awesome acrobatics and musical mayhem for kids of all ages, especially little ones. Enjoy two 30-minute shows each night during Nightfest.
Floriade’s street performers Be inspired by the creative flair of Floriade’s street performers who bring an extra splash of colour to the festival with amazing acts including magical comedy, airborne antics and acrobatics.
More Festivals @ Festival Australia.com.au
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