80 Years of Hadeco | Spring Flower Festival in Magaliesberg | 26–27 September 2026

Stop scrolling. Step outside and experience one of South Africa’s most beautiful spring flower festivals.

This September, the Magaliesberg comes alive with colour as Hadeco celebrates 80 years of growing flower bulbs in South Africa. Wander through sweeping fields of ranunculus and spring blooms, breathe in fresh country air, and reconnect with nature at the start of the season.

If you’re searching for things to do in Pretoria or Johannesburg in spring, a flower festival near Gauteng, or a spring day trip from the city, this is your moment to slow down.

Real flowers. Real experiences. Real connection. All for a real cause.

About the Spring Flower Festival

Hadeco presents Petals with Purpose: Spring Festival on 26–27 September 2026 at its Magaliesberg farm in Waterval Wes, next to Hoërskool Bekker.

This immersive flower farm experience in South Africa invites visitors to walk through curated bloom fields, picnic and celebrate the start of spring in nature.

As part of 80 years of Hadeco, the festival also supports the local Magaliesberg community, with R30 from every ticket donated to the following organisations: Hopelands Village, The Gateway School, Emergency Control SA and Four Paws.

Tickets are limited to protect the experience and ensure open, peaceful access to the flower fields.

What to Expect

A true spring flower experience in Gauteng:

• Colour-filled fields of ranunculus, Sparaxis, Ixia, and more.
• One of the most scenic flower picking experiences near Johannesburg and Pretoria
• Expert talks on gardening, flower arranging and bulb growing
• A range of summer flower bulbs and gardening accessories to shop and take home

Event Times

• Saturday, 26 September: 08:00 – 15:00
• Sunday, 27 September: 08:00 – 14:00

Location

Hadeco Magaliesberg Farm (Waterval Wes)

Next to Hoërskool Bekker

A scenic Magaliesberg flower destination, just a short drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg.

Food & Picnic Experience

Make it a full spring picnic day in nature:

• Food vendors available on site
• Picnic blankets and camping chairs welcome
• Picnic boxes will be available at an additional charge. Pre-order essential — boxes are limited and sell out quickly.

Good to Know

• Children 12 and under enter free with a paying adult
• Festival goers who turn 80 in 2026 receive free entry
• Wheelchair-friendly, though some field areas are natural terrain
• Flowers must not be picked without a Flower Picking ticket
• Friendly staff available on site for assistance

80 Years of Hadeco

This festival celebrates 80 years of Hadeco flower bulbs, growing beauty across South African gardens for generations.

From winter planting to spring bloom — this is a celebration of patience, nature, and the joy of growing together.

Ts and Cs apply, read more here.