What is Spring Day?
Myall Park Botanic Garden has been hosting Spring Day for many years. In days past they were called “Open Days”, but the purpose was always to bring people together to enjoy the beautiful Garden and the collection of Australian native plants, share knowledge and experience of growing natives, and join with others to welcome the coming of Spring. Of course, there is no better place in the Western Downs Region to do that but right here at Myall Park Botanic Garden.
As well as participating in the planned activities, you could take a wander through the many “rooms” or divisions of the Garden, take a self-guided Garden Art tour, do some of the walks through various parts of the Garden named for their special native plant features (such as Mallee or Chinchilla White Gum), spot some birds from the bird hide, take a tour through the heritage nursery buildings, or do some retail therapy at our gift shop. Why not bring your tent or caravan and stay a few days. There is plenty of room and lots to see and do.
What’s happening on Spring Day 2026
The Program Celebrate Australia’s Amazing Reptiles at Myall Park Botanic Garden! 
Reptiles play a vital role in our ecosystem, and this year we’re putting them in the spotlight with a fun-filled day for the whole family!
While there won’t be any reptile encounters during the fun run, there will be plenty of opportunities to meet these fascinating creatures later in the day — safely and up close.
Highlights include:
* A special photo and key note presentation by renowned reptile expert Steve Wilson
* Official launch of the beautiful new book Reptiles of Myall Park Botanic Garden
* Interactive reptile show with photo opportunities featuring your favourite reptiles
* An opportunity to learn valuable snake bite first aid and safety skills
* Fun children’s activities, arts and crafts
* Plant stalls and an art exhibition
* Fantastic raffle prizes
* Sausage sizzle and drinks available for purchase
Best of all, entry is FREE!
Enjoy complimentary morning tea while exploring the unique beauty of Myall Park Botanic Garden and discovering the incredible reptiles that call our region home. Bring the family, invite your friends, and join us for a day of learning, adventure, and appreciation for Australia’s remarkable reptiles.Fun run
FUN RUN
Come and support what is probably the most remote park run in the Western Downs. But be warned, there is usually some fierce competition, so you best start training. If running is not your bliss, then you can walk the 3.5 circuit. The biggest challenge is to not get distracted by all the beautiful plants to look at along the way. Stay on and enjoy the day with us celebrating our amazing reptiles.
KEYNOTE SPEACKER
We are very excited to have Steve Wilson as our keynote speaker this year. Steve has been visiting the Garden for many years and is very familiar with the reptiles that live here and in the surrounding area. Every Summer many herpetologists use the Garden as a base to go out and study the reptiles and frogs that call this part of the Western Downs home. You don’t want to miss this session!
REPTILE SHOW
A hands on up close and personal experience you don’t want to miss. More details coming soon.
Plant Sale