Parnell Festival of Roses 2025

Parnell Festival of Roses is a fun-filled, free community event celebrating the Parnell Rose Garden in full bloom. Festival-goers will experience a day of flowers, food trucks, craft stalls, a farmer’s market, and free activities for the whole whānau.

This year, we’re adding a new element to the festival called ‘The Greenhouse’ – a space offering free craft and horticulture related workshops all day!

The cutting and seed swap will return for the public to trade their seeds and seedlings with other plant enthusiasts (don’t forget to bring yours)!

The Upcycle Garden Challenge is back again too, with schools and families from around the city competing and giving the public plenty of garden inspiration.

Street parking surrounding the park is limited, please consider using public transport or active modes of transport. Visit https://at.govt.nz/journey-planner to plan your journey.

Mobility parking will be available.