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Castlemaine and District Festival of Gardens: The Solace of Gardening

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Explore a diverse selection of inspirational gardens in Castlemaine and surrounds over ten days at Castlemaine and District Festival of Gardens. The theme of the 2026 festival is The Solace of Gardening. In an area renowned for its accommodation, eateries, orchards, wineries and landscape, the Festival of Gardens is an idyllic two to three-day getaway. Ranging from grand country gardens, historical gardens to town gardens, veggie gardens, sculpture gardens, small cottage plots and gardens that will inspire and delight. For over 27 years the gardeners of Castlemaine and District have opened their front gates and welcomed visitors in to enjoy the fruits of their labours. They hope to be able to welcome you into one or all.
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Photo of people walking along a gravel garden path
Expansive cottage garden with many brightly coloured flowers and house in the background.
Three conical hanging baskets with lush plants in them in front of garden and house in background
Many shrubs and flowers with dry stone wall in the foreground and house in the background
Lady taking close up photo of flower in expansive garden with lake in background
Sweeping view of large backyard with bird bath, trees and plants and house in the background.
Leafy green garden arbour with climing yellow roses, leading towards the garden beyond.
A blue and yellow house for insects and bees, set in a bushland garden.
When
24 October, 2026
Venue
Various locations
Contact
Social
Location and DirectionsCastlemaine Victoria 3450 Australia
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All tickets
$5
$5 per adult per garden. Children free.
Product Types
  • Exhibition and Shows
  • Community Event
Accessibility
  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Accessibility Information
  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Dates
  • Saturday 24 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 25 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Monday 26 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Tuesday 27 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Wednesday 28 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Thursday 29 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Friday 30 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Saturday 31 October, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 01 November, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Monday 02 November, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event
  • Tuesday 03 November, 202610:00 - 16:00Confirmed Event

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