State Rose and Garden Show

Overview

Across one big weekend, Werribee Park's Victoria State Rose Garden is set to bloom bright for the annual State Rose & Garden Show. But this is a whole lot more than just a festival of flowers.

From Saturday, November 9–Sunday, November 10, the six sprawling acres of rose gardens will come alive with a riot of colour and more than 5000 roses, alongside pop-up nursery stalls selling a wide range of plants, pots and homewares.

You can even hone your green thumb with a program of guided tours, expert talks and plant care demonstrations, led by names like Vasili Kanidiadis, Chloe Thomson, Charlotte Harrison, Ivan Blacket and Kat Lavers.

Elsewhere, try a free workshop like creating your own insect hotel, making miniature garden ornaments and learning how to make Middle Eastern pickles.

In between exploring the blooms, you'll be treated to live tunes, eats and drinks — including sparkling treats from the Prosecco Van. The Country Women's Association will also be on-site, serving their famous scones with jam and cream, rose-flavoured cupcakes, rose-coloured lamingtons and Persian love biscuits made with rose petals.

Entry is free to the rose show, though if you'd like to drop a gold coin donation, it'll go to supporting the garden's hard-working volunteers.

State Rose & Garden Show is open from 10am–4pm both days.