The Mackay & District Orchid Society will host its annual Winter Orchid Show this month on Saturday, 19 July, and Sunday, 20 July, at the Mackay and District Senior Citizens Centre, 58 Macalister Street. This year’s event is part of the Festival of Arts Program, drawing attention from across the Mackay and Whitsunday districts.
Visitors can expect stunning displays featuring a variety of orchids, including Vandas, Cattleyas, Dendrobiums, Phalaenopsis, and Australian native species, showcasing vibrant colours and unique shapes.
The event will also offer orchid-growing accessories, cultural demonstrations, raffles, and orchid sales, alongside homemade refreshments and beverages.
Show hours are 8am to 4pm on Saturday and 8am to 3pm on Sunday. Admission is a $2 gold coin donation. Wheelchair access is available.
For more details, visit www.mdos.com.au or call President Noel Acton on 0409 637 384.
The Mackay & District Orchid Society’s annual Winter Orchid Show will take place on 19–20 July at the Mackay Senior Citizens Centre, featuring stunning orchid displays, cultural demonstrations, sales, and refreshments, as part of the Festival of Arts Program.