Roses on the Bay Market Day

 Date: Sunday November 28, Caroline Bay, 10am - 4pm

Tickets $5, School children and under-fives free entry

Includes entry to the Alpine Energy New Zealand 2010 Spring Rose Show and Children’s Floral Fantasy in the Community Lounge.

It’s the icing on the cake, the feather in the cap: the Roses on the Bay Market Day truly is the Grand Finale of the Festival of Roses.

Every year, thousands of people descend on Caroline Bay for this feast for the senses. There’s colour and exotic sights, music, enticing aromas, delicious tastes and a festive, friendly atmosphere.

What makes the Market Day so special is its blend of the ever-popular favourites and exciting and innovative additions. Yes, there are 150 stalls and competition is as stiff as ever for these but there are always fresh arrivals, a choice new plant or an original gift idea.  Stall holders vie for a gorgeous trophy awarded to the Best Dressed Stall.

Plants, especially roses, are always in plentiful supply as are crafts from all over New Zealand and beyond, along with gourmet food and garden accessories – from outdoor art to furniture. 

The Mazda Marquee Hat and Hair Art Display will showcase the fabulous Hat and Hair creations that have starred in previous New Zealand Hat and Hair Art Awards.  This is a golden opportunity to see the incredible detail and finishing of these creations.  Hats modelled on the Sound Shell during the day.

Not to be missed is the hilarious “Gentlemen’s Impose” – a riot of fun with local well known gents taking on the challenge of creating floral art!  This year to be staged in front of the Sound Shell.

Helping you relax into the day will be guest artists ‘Fusion’.  A new Timaru band who play contemporary and old favourites . A host of talented local entertainers will also be on stage and street performers will be mingling with the crowds.

Children’s Floral Fantasy

Community Lounge, Caroline Bay

Saturday 27 November 1pm – 5pm

Sunday 28 November 10am – 4pm

Be Wowed by the colour and fragrance!

Children’s imaginations know few boundaries which is why their unique contributions to the Festival always have oodles of creative flair, artistic ability and fun.