Stallholder and exhibitor applications are now open for the 2026 Queensland Garden Show, with a refreshed event layout and a strengthened horticultural focus set to enhance the experience for participants and visitors alike.
For 2026, a series of refinements has been introduced to reinforce the gardening foundations of the show and ensure greenlife stallholders remain central to the event.
The pricing structure has been reviewed and streamlined with minimal adjustments for the year ahead, ensuring it remains fair and supportive of nursery exhibitors.
A range of improvements has also been planned for 2026, including:
Removal of the large marquee structure in the centre of the oval, making way for a premium main speaker stage and covered seating area. Stallholders previously located in the marquee will be offered alternative site options (see site plan below).
A combined Kitchen Garden Stage and Cook’s Stage, creating a larger demonstration area within the Giant Kitchen Garden.
Enhancements to the Kids Zone near the Poultry display area.
Potential replacement of the amusement area with sports-based promotional activities featuring key talent.
A review of the number and placement of presentation stages, with a likely reduction in non-garden-related market stalls.
Exploration of Sunday as a dedicated Locals Day, including discounted entry with appropriate ID.
Increased targeted marketing activity, particularly toward the drive-market audience.
Investigation into additional parking options.
To support the delivery of these enhancements, TLC Events Co. has been appointed to manage the 2026 Queensland Garden Show.
The stallholder application process has been refined and will now be conducted in three rounds. Applications will continue to be assessed in the order they are received, with greenlife exhibitors receiving prioritisation.
Open now until 30 January
Preferred site requests remain part of the process
6 February: Applicants who applied before 20 January will be notified
Some non-garden-related retail applicants may not receive confirmation until the end of Round 2 due to prioritisation of greenlife exhibitors
Opens immediately after Round 1
Runs until 27 March
Continues until 15 May
There is no formal closure after each round; the dates serve as reference points to support timely confirmation.
Stall fees will be payable in full once a site is confirmed.
Round 1 applicants who are accepted will receive a 5% Early Bird discount.
For general enquiries, please contact the events@greenlifeindustryqld.org.au
For stallholder or site-related questions, email stalls@tlceventsco.com.au
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