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Burdekin Water Festival Garden Competition

The Burdekin Water Festival Garden Competition is a historic local tradition in Ayr that celebrates regional horticulture and community pride. In 2026, the competition concludes with a public celebration known as Morning Tea Thyme on August 30, where winners across multiple categories are officially announced.

Date
Aug 30, 2026
Location
Ayr, Burdekin
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Burdekin Water Festival Garden Competition

Event summary

Highlights

  • Official announcement of the 2026 Garden Competition winners
  • Public 'Morning Tea Thyme' gathering at Nuttall’s Garden Centre
  • Diverse competition categories including Tropical Residential and Vegetable gardens
Dating back to the 1960s, the Burdekin Water Festival Garden Competition is a longstanding regional event that encourages residents and businesses to showcase their gardening talents. The competition highlights the creative use of the Burdekin's abundant water resources. For the 2026 edition, the categories were expanded to include Tropical Residential Garden, Unit Garden, Commercial Garden, and Vegetable Garden, reflecting strong community interest and feedback from previous years.

The 2026 event cycle involves an entry period ending in mid-August, followed by official judging. The public festivities culminate on Sunday, August 30, with a Morning Tea Thyme held at Nuttall’s Garden Centre in Ayr. During this gathering, community members meet to celebrate local gardening achievements and hear the announcement of the category winners.

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Nuttall’s Garden Centre
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