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26th March - 30th March 2025 Royal Exhibition Building & Carlton Gardens

The historic Royal Exhibition Building turns into the Great Hall of Flowers for the 5 days of the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. Showcasing glorious and vibrant displays from leading florists and floral designers, the Great Hall of Flowers will once again be filled with glorious sights and scents. Leading Australian and international florists will create a range of interactive and memorable floral displays as they compete to take home the prestigious Gold Medal in their specific category, transforming the hall in to a floral wonderland in full bloom.

The public will also be surrounded by the colour and fragrance of the gorgeous Retail Flower Market where people can buy blooms to take home as a significant memento of their day at the Show. In addition there will be the stunning RMIT Floral Fashion exhibit, and the wondrous displays from the talented students of the Victorian TAFE’s. This year will also showcase the return of the Blooms Unleashed exhibit with award-winning aerial floral displays, and the Natio Botanical Moments competition.

The Great Hall of Flowers will be a truly unique experience for floral enthusiasts  housed in one of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings

floral competitions

The Great Hall of Flowers at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show showcases an extraordinary array of floral competitions, including the Chrysco Student Competitions, RMIT Floral Fashion, Natio Botanical Moments Floral Design Competition, Hanging Installation, and the Floral Design Competition. Each display brings together Australia’s most talented designers and students, blending creativity and horticultural skill to inspire visitors. From the innovative designs of RMIT’s floral fashion to the captivating hanging installations and intricate botanical creations, the hall is filled with vibrant colors and the rich scents of thousands of flowers

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

The Floral Displays and Competitions at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show offer a unique platform for florists and designers to showcase their talent on a grand stage. Whether you’re an established professional or an emerging floral artist, getting involved in these vibrant competitions allows you to push creative boundaries, gain industry recognition, and inspire thousands of visitors.

MAIN STAGE

Nestled within the Great Hall of Flowers, the Main Stage is programmed with free seminars from an extensive line-up of floral artists, gardening experts and celebrity landscapers. Glean insights into a range of horticultural topics, as well as live demonstrations and floral competitions from industry leaders.

Please note the 2025 main stage schedule will be made available closer to the show dates