Dozens of market stalls, workshop demonstrations, trade sites, live entertainment and even a Gem Show are just a few of the exciting activities planned for the new Garden Precinct at this year’s Laidley Spring Festival.
Proudly presented by the Laidley Garden Club, the Garden Precinct will be held at the Laidley Cultural Centre on Friday, 8 September and Saturday, 9 September.
The event will run from 8am-4pm on both days, and entry is a gold coin donation.
Lockyer Valley Regional Council Deputy Mayor, Cr Jason Cook said the Garden Precinct would be a one-stop shop for avid gardeners.
“The Garden Precinct will be one of the most popular spots for visitors to drop by as there will be so many things to see, do and buy,” Cr Cook said.
“The Laidley Garden Club will create an amazing space for visitors where they can come and purchase a diverse range of plants and garden products, plus learn some handy tips and tricks from the many gardening professionals who will be on site over the two days.”
Laidley Garden Club President Eileen Zahnow said there would be lots of unique stallholders selling one-of-a-kind items.
“I am excited to have so many different market stalls and trade sites at this year’s event,” Mrs Zahnow said.
“There are more than 60 sites for people to browse, so you are sure to find lots of different things you won’t find anywhere else.
“We will have people selling handmade garden art using stainless steel, as well as garden ornaments made from horseshoes, and beautiful hand painted pots, just to name a few.
“It is going to be a really fun and lively precinct, so be sure to come on down with the family.”
Laidley Spring Festival Ambassador Paul West will make a special appearance on Friday where he will MC the Garden Stage at 10am and 11am, and then host three workshops based on gardening, sustainability and produce in the afternoon.
Attendees will also get the chance to chat to members from the Gatton Lapidary Club, who will be hosting their Spring Gem Show at the same time.
Leon Steinhardt from the Gatton Lapidary Club said the club will have its own area with trade stalls selling everything from handcrafted jewellery to gemstones, opals, crystals, agates, thunder eggs and more.
