Don’t miss out on the Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival. Tickets are still available for this vibrant event, which includes the Palmers Bethlehem-sponsored Garden & Art Trail and entry to Bloom in the Bay, the festival hub located in downtown Tauranga.

The four-day festival, sponsored by Bayley’s, begans on Thursday, November 14, and continues through Sunday. It runs daily from 9.30am to 5pm, offering a wealth of activities for all to enjoy – whether you’re exploring the garden trail or soaking up the atmosphere at the bustling festival hub along Tauranga’s waterfront.

Stretching from The Cargo Shed to the far end of The Strand, the Craigs Investment Partners-sponsored Bloom in the Bay hub is a highlight of this year’s festival. It also marks the debut of Tauranga’s newly revamped waterfront area.

“Bloom in the Bay is going great with plenty of music, workshops, and activities along the waterfront,” says festival director Marc Anderson. “The Festival Gallery and stunning floral art displays are located at The Cargo Shed, and from there, you can enjoy a scenic walk along the waterfront to explore the rest of the festival.

“If you’d rather not walk, there’s the Bloom in the Bay Loop – a quick and convenient transport option running between The Strand site and The Cargo Shed. It’s just a 30-second ride.”

With beautiful weather expected this weekend, it’s the perfect time to grab your festival pass. You can purchase one at Bloom in the Bay, Palmers Bethlehem, Décor Gardenworld, Pacifica Home and Garden World, Tropicana Garden Works, The Arts Junction in Katikati, Te Puke Florists, online via Eventfinda, or on the festival website. . (Note: A service fee applies for online purchases.)

The $45 1-Day Festival Pack gives you access to the full event on any single day, including a festival pass, event directory, and a map.

Entry to Bloom in the Bay is free for Festival Pass holders, and just $5 at the gate for everyone else (children under 14 are free).

Come celebrate the beauty of gardens and art at this unforgettable festival!