The Plantapalooza plant festival, our celebration of Spring and all things plants, returns to the Saturday Fresh Market on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Located at our undercover venue at 385 Sherwood Road, Rocklea, Plantapalooza will feature a massive range of indoor and outdoor plants, flowers and succulents, as well as the 100 regular stalls the Saturday Fresh Market offers every week.
With savvy stallholders showing off their tricks of the trade, expert horticulturists sharing their green-thumb wisdom, and plenty to keep the little ones entertained, Plantapalooza is your all-in-one garden glow-up, minus the hefty price tag.
Kick off your weekend the right way wander through aisles bursting with lush plants, farm-fresh produce, deli delights, meats, cheeses, baked treats, and vibrant blooms. Then settle in for a tasty breakfast from top-notch food stalls, all while enjoying the buzz of live music in the food court from 6am to 12 noon on Saturday, 10 October at 385 Sherwood Road, Rocklea.
Stall Prices:
- 3m (W) x 3m (D): $90.00 per Stall
- 6m (W) x 5.5m (D): $160.00 per Stall
- 9m (W) x 5.5m (D): $240.00 per Stall
What’s on at Plantapalooza
Botanical bliss
Stroll through lush aisles of greenery in our expanded plant paradise from elegant indoor and outdoor ornamentals to hardy succulents, fragrant herbs, and vibrant veggie seedlings. It’s a jungle out there in the best possible way.
Expert advice
Get the right advice from green-thumbed pros who live for all things leafy, lush, and thriving..
The beauty of variety
Discover the perfect piece big or small, for indoors or out to bring a splash of colour and a breath of life to your home or workspace.
Grow your know-how
Ever wondered what bees are really up to? Or why your seeds ghost you after planting? Maybe your lawn’s looking more “crispy chic” than lush oasis? We’ve got the experts, the kind who actually enjoy talking about compost ready to spill the (potting) dirt.
Fantastic food trucks
Worked up an appetite wandering the market aisles? We’ve got you covered! Treat your tastebuds to a world tour with our lineup of food trucks serving up sizzling international flavours and some of Brisbane’s best breakfasts. From flaky pastries to spicy street eats, there’s no better way to refuel between plant hauls and produce finds.
Fresh picks under one roof
While you’re planting the seeds of a gorgeous garden, why not grow your grocery haul too? Stock up on fresh fruit and veg, top-shelf meats and seafood, cracking eggs, sweet as honey, and a bunch of herbs, spices, deli delights, and artisan treats. It’s a bumper harvest of flavour and freshness all under one roof!
Entertainment
- Live music
- Jumping castle
- Wildlife show
- Face painting
What’s on at Plantapalooza
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Fun activities for the kids of all ages
True Blue Reptiles
True Blue Reptiles will provide you with an entertaining, educating and engaging show with real live reptiles! Full of fast, fun and fascinating facts about our incredible native reptiles, this is a show not to be missed
Time: 9 to 11am
Location: Plantapalooza Zone
Jump for joy
There will be a free jumping castle to keep the kids active and happy.
Time: All day
Location: Plantapalooza Zone
Face Painting
Become a fairy, a tiger, or even a superhero! Enjoy face painting in the Kids Zone.
Time: 8 to 11am
Location: Plantapalooza Zone
Little Garden Growers
Paint it, plant it, grow it! Kids will love getting creative and a little messy in this fun, hands-on activity! Each child receives their own plant pot to decorate it however they like. Then they can plant a seedling and take it home for free!
Time: all day
Price: Free
Take a sneak peak at previous years
