Spring is in the air, and Hunter Valley Gardens is turning it on for the school holidays.
From 27 September to 12 October 2025, families can enjoy a vibrant program of seasonal fun, from baby lambs and daisy chains to amusement rides and inspiring horticulture workshops. With ten beautifully themed gardens to explore, it’s the perfect way to get outdoors, learn, and create lasting memories together.
Check out some of the highlights below.
Amphitheatre Aviary: A Magical Spring Experience
Step into the Amphitheatre Aviary and experience the fluttering colours of the Butterfly Aviary. Little ones will delight in the gentle beauty of butterflies and can enjoy sweet fairy floss on weekends. The Aviary is a magical spot to immerse the family in the joy of spring.
- Butterfly Aviary: Daily 10am–2pm
- Fairy Floss: Weekends 9:30am–4:30pm
Rose Garden: Blooms, Creativity, and Learning
The Rose Garden is bursting with colour this spring. Kids can get into the spirit with face painting or express their creativity with plaster painting workshops. Don’t miss the daily Rose Talks, where the Horticulture Team shares insights into the care and beauty of these iconic flowers.
- Face Painting & Wood Painting Workshop: Daily 10am–2pm
- Rose Talks: Daily at 11am
Oriental Garden: Tranquil Strolls and Hands-On Fun
Take a serene walk through the Oriental Garden, where the family can enjoy lantern making, koi feeding talks, and weekend bonsai displays and workshops. Daily Oriental Garden Talks offer fascinating insights for all ages.
- Lantern Making Workshop: Daily 10am–3pm
- Koi Feeding Talk: Daily 10am
- Oriental Garden Talk: Daily 1:30pm
- Bonsai Workshop & Display: Weekends 11am–3pm
Lakes Walk: Lambs, Daisy Chains, and Regattas
Spring comes alive along the Lakes Walk, where kids can meet baby lambs and create daisy chains. Garden enthusiasts can enjoy horticulture displays, and the Spring Sailing Regatta on 4–5 October adds extra excitement.
- Baby Lambs: Daily 10am–2pm
- Daisy Chain Workshop: Daily 10am–3pm
- Spring Sailing Regatta: 4–5 October, 10am–2pm
Pop-Up Nursery at Frog Pond: Hands-On Gardening Fun
The Pop-Up Nursery invites kids to get hands-on with gardening, purchase their own plants, and learn how to care for them. On weekends, explore Garden Society stalls, specialty nursery displays, and an educational beehive workshop.
- Nursery Stall: Daily 9:30am–4:30pm
- Garden Society & Specialty Nursery Stalls: Weekends 9:30am–4:30pm
- Beehive Display & Workshop: 4–6 & 11–12 October, 9:30am–3:30pm
Indian Mosaic Garden: Colour, Culture, and Chai
Add a splash of colour in the Indian Mosaic Garden, where weekend visitors can enjoy henna tattoos and chai tea, while daily talks and walks highlight the garden’s cultural charm.
- Henna Tattoos & Chai Tea: Weekends 10am–2pm
- Indian Mosaic Talk & Walk: Daily 12pm
- Tea House Display: Open daily
Thrill Rides: Extra Excitement for Kids
For an extra dose of fun, amusement rides operate daily from 10am–2pm. Tickets are $6 per ride, or grab a 6-ride pass for $30. Height and age restrictions apply.
- Ticket Booth Hours: 10am–1:30pm
- Last Ride: 1:45pm
Hunter Valley Gardens
Spring School Holidays 2025
Whether you’re a budding gardener, nature lover, or simply looking for a fun day out with the kids, Hunter Valley Gardens’ Spring School Holidays 2025 promises a colourful and memorable experience for the whole family.
