A Big Day Out with Floriade About Town in Gold Creek
Looking for a family-friendly day out these school holidays? Just north of the city, Gold Creek is bursting with Floriade About Town experiences that combine flowers, fossils, sweets, creativity and plenty of hands-on fun. With attractions, food, shopping and activities all within easy walking distance, it’s the perfect place to spend a spring day exploring.
Start by stepping into a world of imagination at Tiny Folk Floriade at Federation Square, where hidden miniature doors and whimsical tiny characters are bringing the Feast of Flowers theme to life. This year’s display features a spectacular miniature feasting table surrounded by colourful flowers, tiny treats and charming details waiting to be discovered.
For budding palaeontologists, the National Dinosaur Museum is putting a prehistoric spin on spring with Fruits and Fossils. Daily interactive talks explore the fascinating connection between dinosaurs and flowering plants, while weekends offer the chance to help decorate the much-loved Florasaurus, a community-created floral Triceratops.
Families can continue the fun with a round at Mini Golf Federation Square, where the 18-hole course is surrounded by colourful seasonal flower displays and a floral winner’s podium perfect for a family photo. Meanwhile, visitors to Cockington Green Gardens can capture the beauty of spring and enter the Floriade About Town Photography Competition for the chance to win fantastic prizes.
When it’s time for a sweet treat, Gold Creek delivers. Wander through The Lolly Shop’s Sweetest Feast, a magical floral-inspired confectionery display featuring everything from rose Turkish delight and violet creams to chocolate bees and flower-shaped gummies. Or head to Stripey Sundae, where spring blooms have inspired a menu of handcrafted ice creams including adventurous flavours like beetroot and dark chocolate, carrot cake and spiced pumpkin.
Parents can browse local makers and unique gifts at Little Trade Co., while younger visitors enjoy flower-themed crafts and activities at Let’s Play Indoor Playground. To round out the day, settle in at the George Harcourt Inn, where a special menu of floral-inspired cocktails offers a taste of Floriade for the grown-ups.
With hidden worlds, dinosaurs, mini golf, sweet treats and spring-inspired experiences around every corner, Gold Creek offers a fun-filled school holiday adventure that’s well worth adding to your Floriade itinerary.
Bonus: A Sweet School Holiday Escape to Murrumbateman
Looking to venture beyond Canberra these school holidays? Just 30 minutes from the city, Murrumbateman Chocolate Co is serving up a sweet taste of Floriade with floral-inspired chocolate tastings, hands-on workshops and limited-edition treats celebrating this year’s Feast of Flowers theme.
While you’re there, discover Sweet Pea & Poppy’s exclusive artisan chocolate collection inspired by Australian botanicals and the colours of spring. It’s the perfect family-friendly day trip for school holiday explorers with a sweet tooth.
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