The flower competition
- The judged part of the festival is the regional flower exhibition, in its 71st edition in 2026.
- Growers show cut stems and potted plants: 52 competitors showed 821 specimens in 2026, and 87 prizes were awarded.
- A five-member jury judges colour, foliage, flower, vigour and size, and for potted plants the overall harmony.
The parade
The allegorical flower parade, part of the festival since 1979, brings flower-decorated floats and nearly two thousand performers to the city's seafront avenue. It is a show rather than a contest.
Sources
Checked November 2026. Dates and rules change, so check the official site before you travel or enter.
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