Crisafulli Government extends funding for Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

• The Crisafulli Government delivers funding extension for the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.
• Event is a key pillar of the Crisafulli Government’s Destination 2045: Delivering Queensland’s Tourism Future with ambition for Queensland to be the events capital of the country.
• Predicted economic impact of more than $66 million across the two years, with more than 328,000 direct visitor nights.
• The Crisafulli Government is delivering a better lifestyle through a stronger economy and a plan for Queensland’s future, after a decade of decline under Labor.  

The Crisafulli Government has delivered a two-year partnership with the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers and extended funding until 2027.   

It’s just one of the ways the Crisafulli Government is delivering a better lifestyle through a stronger economy and a plan for Queensland’s future, after a decade of decline under Labor.  

Australia’s longest-running floral event, first staged in 1949, has grown into a signature tourism drawcard for the Darling Downs and a highlight on Queensland’s annual events calendar.  

Over the next two years, the event is expected to attract more than 21,700 visitors to Queensland injecting around $32.7 million into the state’s economy in 2026, rising to more than $34.2 million in 2027. 

Under Labor, funding to support Tourism and Events Queensland was due to be cut by almost half. It would have meant iconic events like the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, which deliver major boosts to regional communities, may not have been possible.   

In contrast, the Crisafulli Government restored funding in the budget to give Tourism and Events Queensland certainty so they can continue to drive world class marketing campaigns. 

Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell said the extension of the iconic annual carnival reinforced the state’s commitment to delivering high-impact, globally recognised events.   

“The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is one of the many examples of regional events that have built momentum and turned into major tourism highlights for Queensland.” Minister Powell said.  

“Through strategic investment from the Crisafulli Government, commitment from the organisers and the passion of the local community, this event has driven real results, boosted local jobs and helped the Darling Downs economy to thrive.” 

Tourism and Events Queensland CEO Craig Davidson said shoring up the future of this thriving carnival for another two years would generate significant cultural and economic outcomes. 

“Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers not only captivates with its stunning displays but also plays a strategic role in driving visitation and supporting local businesses across the region,” Mr Davidson said. 

“We are proud to support this legacy event for another two years and I am confident it will continue to attract both new and returning audiences, who are looking to immerse themselves in the sights and scents of this enduring Queensland tradition.” 

Member for Toowoomba North Trevor Watts said he was excited to see what was in store for this years’ Carnival of Flowers. 

“The Carnival is well known and adored locally, and we know that huge amounts of people travel into Toowoomba each year to come see it,” said Mr Watts.