City of Hobart Floral Shows

Friday, 03 November 2017 | 01:00 PM to 06:00 PM

2017 Orchid show

The 2017 Orchid Show is presented by the Tasmanian Orchid Society in conjunction with the City of Hobart. 

Dates and times

Thursday 21 September from 1 pm to 5 pm

Friday 22 September from 9 am to 5 pm

Saturday 23 September from 9 am to 5 pm

Sunday 24 September from 9 am to 3 pm

Location

The show will be held in the grand auditorium on the first floor of the Hobart Town Hall. Accessible parking is located close by with ramps into the main entrance of the Town Hall and elevator access from the Town Hall parking deck.

Refreshments

The Rotary Club of Salamanca will have delicious handmade Devonshire Teas and fresh sandwiches available to purchase on Friday 22, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September. No refreshments will be available on the first day of the Orchid Show, Thursday 21 September.

Additional offerings

All shows are attended by a wonderful and dedicated group of volunteers who are happy to share their love and knowledge with any curious, amateur, budding or accomplished gardeners. The Orchid Society will also have orchids for sale at the event.

2017 Rose, Iris and Floral Art Show

The Rose, Iris and Floral Art Show will take place on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 November, presented by the Hobart Horticultural Society in conjunction with the City of Hobart. 

Dates and times

Friday 3 November, from 1 pm to 6 pm

Saturday 4 November from 10 am – 4.30 pm

Location

The show will be held in the grand auditorium on the first floor of the Hobart Town Hall. Accessible parking is located close by with ramps into the main entrance of the Town Hall and elevator access from the Town Hall parking deck.

Refreshments

The Rotary Club of Salamanca will have delicious handmade Devonshire Teas and fresh sandwiches available to purchase. 

Additional offerings

The Rose, Iris and Floral Art Show will also include bonsai displays, raffles, and stalls selling plants and cut flowers. Informal Art Classes for all ages with Illustrator and Designer Alyssa Bermudez, will be offered on Saturday 4 November from 1–4 pm

Renown botanic artists will be demonstrating their professional artistry at each event during the following times: Friday 3 November from 1 – 4 pm and Saturday 4 November 11 am – 3 pm

Photographers are welcome to attend the show prior to public opening each Friday and Saturday 8–10 am.

There will also include bonsai displays, raffles, and stalls selling plants and cut flowers. All shows are attended by a wonderful and dedicated group of volunteers who are happy to share their love and knowledge with any curious, amateur, budding or accomplished gardeners.

2018 Dahlia and Floral Art Show

The Dahlia and Floral Art Show will be the first floral show of 2018, showcasing autumn blooms. Taking place on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 March, it is presented by the Hobart Horticultural Society in conjunction with the City of Hobart. 

Dates and times

Friday 9 March, from 1 pm to 6 pm

Saturday 10 March  from 10 am to 4.30 pm

Location

The show will be held in the grand auditorium on the first floor of the Hobart Town Hall. Accessible parking is located close by with ramps into the main entrance of the Town Hall and elevator access from the Town Hall parking deck.

Refreshments

The Rotary Club of Salamanca will have delicious handmade Devonshire Teas and fresh sandwiches available to purchase. 

Additional offerings

The Dahlia and Floral Art Show will also include bonsai displays, raffles, and stalls selling plants and cut flowers. Informal Art Classes for all ages with Illustrator and Designer Alyssa Bermudez, will be offered on Saturday 10 March from 1–4 pm

Renown botanic artists will be demonstrating their professional artistry at each event during the following times: Friday 9 March from 1 – 4 pm and Saturday 10 March 11 am – 3 pm

Photographers are welcome to attend the show prior to public opening each Friday and Saturday 8–10 am.

There will also include bonsai displays, raffles, and stalls selling plants and cut flowers. All shows are attended by a wonderful and dedicated group of volunteers who are happy to share their love and knowledge with any curious, amateur, budding or accomplished gardeners.

Want to become involved?

The Hobart Horticultural Society and the Tasmania Orchid Society are very keen to encourage and support new participants, of any age and experience to contribute across a wide range of possible show categories. To enquire about how you can become involved please call:

Hobart Horticultural Society – Mary Crowe on 03 6247 8226

Tasmanian Orchid Society – Shirley Jackson on 03 6273 4300

When

Location

Hobart Town Hall, 50 Macquarie Street, Hobart 7000  View Map

-42.8823398,147.330738

50 Macquarie Street , Hobart 7000

Hobart Town Hall

50 Macquarie Street , Hobart 7000