Two Experiences. One Extraordinary Location.
The Underground Spirits Cocktail High Tea Experience
Claim your place at a Discovery Table for a most cherished ritual. Settle in for teapots of gin cocktails, sweet and savoury delicacies by L’epi Bakery, and whispers of wonder in the spring air. Underground Spirits invites you to sip, sketch, and savour an immersive high tea like no other, surrounded by the blooms of Floriade.
Seats are limited. Curiosity is not.
Contentious Character Wine Tasting Experience
A fresh pour. A deeper story. A vineyard’s worth of discovery. Join one of Canberra’s most characterful wineries for a curated tasting experience that blends nature, science, and storytelling. Whether you enjoy a glass among the tulips or a seated flight rich with vineyard tales, this is wine made for conversation.
Contentious Character Picnic Hampers
Picnic perfection, packed and ready. With fresh focaccia, artisan cheeses, seasonal delights, and a bottle of wine, these indulgent hampers offer the easiest way to enjoy Floriade in full bloom. No prep, no fuss—just flavour, flair, and the ultimate picnic moment.
Contentious Character Wine Workshops
Coming soon: wine workshops led by the experts. Dive into the science, craft, and character behind every glass in these engaging, hands-on sessions.
Corporate Bookings at the Wine & Gin Garden
Planning a client event or team day out at Floriade 2025? Host your guests in one of the most beautiful and buzz-worthy destinations this spring. We offer flexible packages for small or large groups, with options tailored for team bonding, hosting clients, or a celebratory afternoon in the garden.
This spring at Floriade 2025, prepare to step into something truly special.
Underground Spirits and Contentious Character invite you to a brand-new destination at Canberra’s most iconic spring festival - two unforgettable experiences, one extraordinary setting.
Whether it’s your first visit to Floriade or you return each year to see the flowers in bloom, this is a must-do addition to your itinerary. Discover a vibrant new precinct offering immersive wine tastings, botanical gin cocktails, and seasonal experiences that celebrate the best of Canberra’s food and drink scene.
While each experience offers its own distinct journey - one led by wine, the other by gin - they come together to create a shared oasis of flavour, conversation, and floral delight. Guests are invited to explore both experiences, with central spaces that link the adventures into one seamless, story-rich destination.
So whether you come to swirl and sip or to shake and stir, you’ll find yourself in good company - and even better conversation.
The Wine & Gin Garden
Step into the heart of Floriade’s newest attraction - The Wine & Gin Garden, a shared space where flavour, storytelling, and springtime delight converge.
Contentious Character returns to Floriade after three years, bringing with them a bold new tasting experience. Enjoy curated wine flights, seasonal charcuterie, and interactive wine workshops that explore the connection between nature, science, and every glass poured.
Underground Spirits invites you into an elegant cocktail escape, where botanical gin, teapot cocktails, and signature High Tea experiences meet a world of discovery. Expect surprises, sensory moments, and a touch of curiosity around every corner.
