Festival Updates
With less than two weeks to go we are super excited and hope you are too!! There are few updates to note: Garden 57 Tuhua View: Om Nom Food Truck available. Garden 62 Marybank: Has no wheelchair access. Garden 63...
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Shared or Private Bus Shuttle service
Jump on the official Garden & Art Festival shuttle and take the hassle out of your festival experience.
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E-Bike Hire and Bike Shuttle service
Bring your own bike or hire a DayTripper electric bike then grab a shuttle pass to unlock the array of spectacular cycle trails on offer.
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🤩Do you want incredible exposure for your art?
We are looking for amazing local and national artists to be part of the 2022 Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival.
Be sure to tag any family or friends who you think should apply! 🙌
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😍Imagine inspiring people from all over New Zealand with your garden! How satisfying would that be? 🌼🦋
The Garden & Art Festival is celebrating its 13th festival 17-20 November 2022, and we want to hear from you! Apply here: www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/ ... See MoreSee Less
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🌴🐝Do you want to share your splice of back yard paradise with the world?
We are seeking great gardens and their talented owners to be part of the 2022 Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival. We would love to hear from you!
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🗣CALL OUT FOR ARTISTS 🎨🎨🎨
Add your talents by exhibiting your unique and wonderful art.
We are looking for amazing local and national artists to be part of the 2022 Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival next year.
If you would like your artwork to be considered for the 2022 Festival, please click here to register your interest: www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/artist-registration-expression-of-interest/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Best wishes from Hamilton!
Alexandra Holmes
Anna Solich
Mischelle O'Donnell 😃
Jimmy Robertson
Ani Robertson
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Imagine getting your unique art work showcased to people from all over New Zealand? 🥳
We are dedicated to the promotion of artists seeking exposure, there is a massive variety from sculptures, copper art, clay to traditional art.
🙌We look forward to hearing from you, apply today: www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/artist-registration-expression-of-interest/ 🤝
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Joanna Bagley
Ana Saine this sounds like a great idea for you😊
👉Hey Artists!
We would love to showcase your unique and wonderful art at our Festival. It's next year 17-20 November 2022 so save the date.
If you're itching to get your art in front of loads of art-lovers from all over NZ then apply here, we can't wait to hear from you: www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/artist-registration-expression-of-interest/
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🍋🍊Do you have an abundance of citrus?
We love this easy peasy Lemon Weetbix Slice from Vanya in Taupo. You'll have all the ingredients in your pantry!
"Everyone loves a good slice recipe, it is so satisfying to have delicious baking in your tins. Then you are always ready with a sweet treat if someone wants to pop in for a cuppa. This would be delicious with lime or orange in place of lemons." - Vanya
vjcooks.com/lemon-weetbix-slice/
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👉Save the date for 2022!!
🙌The call out for Garden's is on!!! 🌱We would absolutely love to hear from you, please apply here www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/garden-registration-expression-of-interest/
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Sandra Samuel Vicky Wynyard Kim Shearer
Amanda Kent-mcdonald 🌱💕☀️
Jimmy Robertson
Ani Robertson
Alana Smith our birthdays in 2022!
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"We were first timers last year. It was terrific having a goal to aim for. And sharing the garden we had kept secret for years was very fulfilling. We loved meeting people and hearing wonderful feedback. I'd recommend going for it!!" - Tony Wright
🌳🌿If you are keen to feature your garden in the 2022 festival, we'd love to hear from you! Register your interest here: www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/
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🌱Hey gardeners! 🌱
Let’s brighten the Bay even more with your garden.
We are looking for great gardens and their talented owners to be part of the 2022 Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival. 🌻
If you would like your garden to be considered for the 2022 Festival, we would love to meet you and have a chat. 17-20 November 2022.
Register your interest online www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz/ or call us now!
07 570 2525
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Bring it on 2022! 🌸🌸
Chatting to the gardeners is one of the highlights!
🌱 Discovering most of their plants are propagated or from grandparents, friends or family and every plant tells a story.
🌱 Finding out where you are standing used to be a paddock only a few years ago and now is the most beautiful garden.
🌱 Being inspired by gardener's in their 70's and 80's who are still pruning their trees, mowing the lawns, and not slowing down one bit!
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Oh... I am soooo proud of my beautiful sister ❤️ . I think a glass of champagne under the trees is in order. Too bad I’m stuck on the other side of the world😢
Hard work, vision , flair and passion, a real credit to you B & N❤️
My beautiful S.I.L in her happy place
🥕 🐝 🌱 We'd love to know what garden projects you are inspired to start after going to the 2020 Festival? Let us know below! ... See MoreSee Less
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Still working on a project I saw at festival
Hi Sarah 😊 so pleased you got to enjoy the gardens!