Bolzano Flower Festival
Bolzano celebrates spring with flowers, colors, and music in Piazza Walther
About Flower Festival
The Bolzano Flower Festival
The Flower Festival is one of the most deep-rooted and cherished traditions in Bolzano, the capital of the Autonomous Province of Bolzano in Trentino-Alto Adige. Born in 1888 as a small plant and flower market in Piazza delle Erbe, it has evolved over the decades into a major city event now held in the scenic Piazza Walther, the city's pedestrian heart. Every spring, spanning the end of April and the beginning of May, the square fills with colors and scents, becoming a true open-air garden for two days.
A garden in the city center
During the festival, South Tyrolean nurseries and florists set up their stands with a rich selection of ornamental plants, seasonal flowers, aromatic herbs, and artisanal products. Visitors can stroll through floral arrangements, receive advice from green experts, and purchase plants for their own balconies or gardens. The event is organized by the Bolzano Tourist Board in collaboration with local growers, who contribute every year to decorating the square with ever-changing displays.
Music, shows, and activities
The Flower Festival is more than just a market: the program features live concerts, traditional dance performances, acrobatic shows, stilt-walker parades, and guided botanical tours. A large space is dedicated to children, with creative workshops, puppet theater, and family entertainment. The official inauguration is traditionally marked by the characteristic sound of ceramic bells, a signature moment of this Bolzano event.
Practical information
The Flower Festival takes place every year at the end of April and admission is free. The event is mainly held in Piazza Walther and, in recent editions, extends along Viale della Stazione, creating a floral path through the historic center. It is the ideal opportunity to experience the spring atmosphere of the South Tyrolean capital, amidst tradition, nature, and culture.
Flower Festival — edition 2026
136th Flower Festival - 2026
The 136th edition of the Flower Festival brought Bolzano to life on April 30 and May 1, 2026. Nurseries opened at 8:00 AM and stands from 9:00 AM, while the official inauguration was held at 11:00 AM in Piazza Walther, with speeches by city authorities, a singing performance by a kindergarten, and the traditional sound of ceramic bells. At noon, a parade of stilt-walking acrobats crossed the center with dance stops.
A novelty of the 2026 edition was the extension of the festival to Viale della Stazione, which hosted acrobatic performances, guided botanical tours, puppet theater, and shows for children. On May 1st, the day continued with live music from the morning, traditional dances, and acrobatic shows between Piazza Walther and Viale della Stazione. Among the side initiatives were the "Spring Shots" photo contest and the "In love with Bolzano Bozen Spring" pop-up photobooth. Admission was free.
Programme Flower Festival 2026
Thursday, April 30
- 8:00 AM - Opening of nurseries
- 9:00 AM - Opening of stands
- 11:00 AM - Official inauguration in Piazza Walther: speeches by authorities, kindergarten singing performance, sound of ceramic bells
- 12:00 PM - Stilt-walker parade in the city center with dance stops
- Afternoon - Acrobatic performances, guided botanical tours, puppet theater, and concerts on Viale della Stazione
Friday, May 1
- Morning - Concerts and live music
- Traditional dance performances in Piazza Walther
- Acrobatic shows and family activities between Piazza Walther and Viale della Stazione
- Guided botanical tours
Highlights Flower Festival 2026
- Extension of the festival to Viale della Stazione (2026 novelty)
- Inauguration with the traditional sound of ceramic bells
- Stilt-walker parade in the historic center
- "Spring Shots" photo contest
- "In love with Bolzano Bozen Spring" pop-up photobooth
Prices Flower Festival 2026
Practical information — Flower Festival
How to get there
Piazza Walther is located in the historic center of Bolzano, just a few steps from the train station (about a 5-minute walk). Bolzano is well-connected by train along the Brenner axis and by the A22 motorway.
Admission
Access to the Flower Festival is free.
When
The event takes place every year between April 30th and May 1st.
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Where does it take place — Flower Festival
Piazza Walther