Sunflower season may be ending, but the delights of frolicking through a field of flowers are here to stay with the autumnal arrival of the KaBloom Festival of Flowers. Head to Melbourne's Dandenong Ranges for a festival that combines fields of flowers with spectacular circus art, from the Tesselaar team who also bring us the beloved annual Dutch tulip festival.
Wander through fields filled with marigolds, salvias, cleomes, petunias, geraniums and more and enjoy two newly planted wildflower meadows. It's an Instagrammer's dream, but don't forget to bring some allergy medication if you're prone to hay fever.
The festival also features a host of kid-friendly events among the flower fields. Keep an eye out for the flower fairies and pixies who will entertain the masses among the colourful blooms every day. Talented performers from Circus Oz will showcase jaw-dropping circus acts and lead workshops for the little ones. Plus, there's plenty of Easter action, including an exciting bunny hunt.
When is the Tesselaar KaBloom Festival on?
The festival runs every day between March 23 to April 21, even on the Easter weekend public holidays. Its opening times are 10am to 5pm.
How much are tickets to the Tesselaar KaBloom Festival?
Kids under 16 get free entry into the festival when accompanied by an adult, while adult tickets are $33.50 and concessions are $29.50. There is a $10 discount on tickets during the festival's 'autumn fever' weeks, from March 25 to 28 and April 15 to 19. Visit the website for all the details.