Queen & Fleetwood Mac come to Araluen
Dolce Ensembles will play a symphonic tribute during its twilight Symphony Among the Tulips.
And the Araluen team says the twin concerts are a statement about the park's future as a 'year-round destination where nature, history and entertainment come together'.
CEO Suzy Parravicini says: 'From vibrant gardens and cascading waterfalls to live music, family events, local food and hidden spaces to explore, it's a sensory escape just 35km from Perth.
'Our new look reflects how far we've come. We're more than tulips and exotic plants. With heritage buildings, winding stone pathways and tranquil picnic grasslands, Araluen is now a dynamic, evolving space designed to be experienced in every season.'
Tulip Festival
+ From August 22 to October 3, 250,000 tulip bulbs will bring a colourful display.
+ There will be expert-led tours with Yates, the festival's presenting partner. Yates will host guided walks and talks, share gardening tips and planting inspiration.
+ The trackless train will run from the Concourse from Wednesday to Sunday.
+ There are new picnic and event spaces. Centenary and Concourse Lawns have been improved and the amphitheatre has new seating to host live music by local artists.
+ There are weekend markets.
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