What is judged
- Entries in the Grand Central Floral Parade compete in categories, with an overall Grand Champion.
- The Chronicle Garden Competition, running since 1949, judges private gardens and names city and regional grand champions.
History
The carnival began in 1949 and held its first parade in October 1950. 2025 was the 76th carnival.
Sources
- Carnival of Flowers: future dates
- Carnival of Flowers: history
- Carnival of Flowers: Grand Central Floral Parade
- Carnival of Flowers: Chronicle Garden Competition
Checked November 2026. Dates and rules change, so check the official site before you travel or enter.
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