12 14 SEPT 2025
TURN BACK TIME & TURN UP THE FUN!
Mayor’s Welcome
Join me for three days of fun, charm and community spirit at the 62nd Laidley Spring Festival!
Soak in the colourful sights of the street parade, enjoy the foodie precinct, live tunes and more nostalgia than your nan’s Tupperware drawer. I’m vibing with this year’s “Retro Revival” theme for a nostalgic twist to our well-loved festival traditions. The best part? Most of the festival fun is free, with a few community events asking for a gold coin donation or small entry fee to support hard-working local organisations. There’s free parking, a park-and-ride shuttle, accessible spaces throughout the precinct and pets are welcome (on lead, of course).
Delicious new addition, the Producer’s Patch, will celebrate the region’s finest growers and producers, with beloved celebrity chef Matt Golinski donning the apron for live cooking demos on Saturday.
Line the streets to catch Saturday’s street parade, then pop over to the festival precinct, where the main stage will groove with live entertainment, including Elmo and Cookie Monster, rising country star Denvah, and high-energy hip hop group Geed Up.
If your happy place is art, quilts, gems, or in the garden or the potting shed, this festival is calling your name!
And don’t miss Sunday’s Bee Happy Day in Forest Hill, with its feel-good, honey-drizzled atmosphere, market stalls, delicious eats and a whole swarm of FREE activities for the kids. My heartfelt thanks to the dedicated organising team, and countless volunteers who tirelessly work behind the scenes to make this event such a cherished tradition.
This festival is one that the whole family will love.
Councillor Tanya Milligan MAYOR – Lockyer Valley Regional Council
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the region, the Ugarapul and Yuggera people and pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of other communities who may live here. Lockyer Valley Regional Council is committed to cultivating inclusive environments for all staff, customers, residents and visitors.
Minister’s Welcome
It’s a pleasure to welcome you to the Laidley Spring Festival, an event that truly captures the character and charm of the Lockyer Valley.
Supported by the Queensland Government through Round 30 of Tourism and Events Queensland’s Destination Events Program, this event showcases the unique connection between our state’s vibrant communities and the diverse regions they call home.
Events like the Laidley Spring Festival bring people together, celebrate local culture and contribute significantly to the community’s pride and economy.
While you’re here, I encourage you to explore all that the Lockyer Valley Region has to offer—whether it’s its scenic beauty, local flavours, or the warm hospitality that makes this part of Queensland so special.
A big congratulations to the organisers and everyone who worked hard to bring this wonderful event to life. Thank you for being part of the thriving Queensland Destination Events Program.
Andrew Powell MP Minister for
Tourism
PRODUCER’S PATCH
DISCOVER THE BEST OF THE LOCKYER VALLEY’S FRESH PRODUCE WITH AUSTRALIAN CHEF, MATT GOLINSKI.
This vibrant new space is all about celebrating the Lockyer Valley’s incredible growers and producers – the real stars behind our region’s amazing fresh food. And to stir things up even more, we’re thrilled to welcome beloved celebrity chef Matt Golinski to the patch.
CATCH MATT GOLINSKI HERE: 13 SEPTEMBER
PRODUCER’S PATCH Laidley Recreational Reserve
• 11am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm Demonstrations using produce from local suppliers.
Grab a bean bag, throw down a picnic rug or pick a shady seat and watch Matt work his magic. He’ll be transforming local ingredients into droolworthy dishes with his signature flair – all while sharing stories, tips, and laughs along the way.
LIVE MUSIC • FOOD VANS • ROVING ENTERTAINMENT • MARKETS • BAR
5pm Victoria Q 6pm Paper Lane 7pm Phat Sauce LIVE MUSIC LAIDLEY RECREATIONAL RESERVE
FRIDAY 12 SEPTEMBER
7am – 1pm VILLAGE MARKETS
Take a moment to wander the Laidley township businesses and the village markets. Browse the range of family-owned stores and buy a memento. From plants to fresh produce, books to movies, home decor to knick knacks. Be sure to get there early for a bargain!
8am – 2pm MARKETS @ DAS NEUMANN HAUS MUSEUM & ANNIE’S COFFEE SHOP
Patrick St, Laidley
Explore the historic museum, enjoy morning tea or lunch, browse the markets, or just relax under the magnificent 100+ year old Jacaranda tree and be entertained by Phil Vellacott.
8am – 4pm SPRING GARDENING FAIR
A totally gardening event! Browse market stalls, trade sites, enjoy a coffee and a selection of food from onsite food trucks. Onsite demonstrations and garden experts galore!
8am – 4pm SPRING GEM SHOW
Browse through an array of stalls offering a variety of gems, polished stones, crystals, mineral specimens and jewellery and chat to members of the Gatton Lapidary Club about their fascinating hobby. Visit the local geology display and explore the geology of Laidley Creek from top to bottom.
Cnr Patrick & William Sts, Laidley
Laidley Recreational Reserve, Patrick St, Laidley
ENTRY by donation to Laidley Ambulance Committee
Laidley Recreational Reserve, Patrick St, Laidley
TIME EVENT VENUE
8am – 4pm SPRING ORCHID SHOW
From delightful Vandas through to magnificent Cymbidiums, orchid lovers will be enthralled by the colour. Show includes plant sales, stalls, craft items and orchid cultural advice. Orchid re-potting from 12pm – 1pm.
8:30am –4:30pm OPEN GARDENS
Explore the region’s loveliest gardens. Plan a drive around the region, visiting and chatting to Lockyer Valley’s dedicated and creative gardeners.
9am – 12pm UNDER 5’S DAY
A special event with activities to suit our littlest community members. There will be a magician, face painting, baby animals, story time, arts and craft workshops, and even a visit from local first responder crews!
9am – 4pm SPRING ARTISTS’ EXHIBITION
Showcasing the work of many talented and creative members of the Marburg & District Art Society Inc (MaDAS). Meet the artists, engage with a range of artworks on display, and purchase original art for yourself or as a unique gift.
9am – 4pm QUILT & CRAFT EXPO
A display of quilts that will leave you speechless. Meet the makers and hear their generational stories, then enjoy the vintage vehicle display, markets, and the Courtyard Cafe.
Laidley Sports Centre, Whites Rd, Laidley
ENTRY $4
See page 16 for garden locations.
Laidley Recreational Reserve, Edward St, Laidley
Redeemer Lutheran Church, 7 MacGregor St, Laidley
Laidley Uniting Church, 45 Patrick St, Laidley
ENTRY by donation
SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER
8am – 3pm FESTIVAL PRECINCT MARKETS
Discover a treasure trove of unique products and one-of-a-kind finds. From fashion to home decor, and everything in between, there’s something to captivate every shopper’s heart.
8am – 3pm SPRING GARDENING FAIR
A totally gardening event! Browse market stalls, trade sites, enjoy a coffee and a selection of food from onsite food trucks. Onsite demonstrations and garden experts galore!
8am – 2pm MARKETS @ DAS NEUMANN HAUS MUSEUM & ANNIE’S COFFEE SHOP
Explore the historic museum, enjoy morning tea or lunch, browse the markets, or just relax under the magnificent 100+ year old Jacaranda tree and be entertained by Phil Vellacott.
Check out the live bee demonstration8:30am-1:30pm (Weather suitable).
8am – 3pm SPRING ORCHID SHOW
From delightful Vandas through to magnificent Cymbidiums, orchid lovers will be enthralled by the colour. Show includes plant sales, stalls, craft items and orchid cultural advice. Orchid re-potting from 12pm – 1pm.
Laidley Recreational Reserve, Patrick St, Laidley
Laidley Recreational Reserve, Patrick St, Laidley
ENTRY by donation to Laidley Ambulance Committee
Cnr Patrick & William Sts, Laidley
Laidley Sports Centre, Whites Rd, Laidley
ENTRY $4
