Where Imagination Takes Center Stage

THE 2025 CORONADO FLOWER SHOW: CIRQUE DES FLEURS

Coronado transforms into a blooming wonderland during the annual Coronado Flower Show Weekend, This April 12 and 13. While the show remains the heart of the festivities, the weekend has blossomed into an expansive celebration that involves the entire city. From breathtaking home gardens to enchanting evenings inside iconic tents, this cherished tradition brings together locals, visitors, and organizations to honor creativity, history, and innovation.

Where Imagination Takes Center Stage: Cirque des Fleurs

The Coronado Flower Show is set to be more spectacular than ever in the spring of 2025 with the theme “Cirque des Fleurs” – Circus of Flowers! Inspired by Coronado’s historic Tent City and the glamour of a Parisian circus, this year’s event combines whimsical allure with floral elegance, creating a celebration that is equal parts playful and sophisticated.

“Our theme this year reflects Coronado’s rich past while embracing a playful and elegant vision for the future,” says Colby Erickson Freer, President of the Coronado Floral Association. “By blending history, imagination, and artistry, we’re creating an event that’s both rooted in tradition and endlessly fresh.”

While the event is spearheaded by the Coronado Floral Association (CFA), it is the master gardeners and local garden clubs who uphold the National Garden Association standards, ensuring that the Coronado Flower Show remains a true and authentic celebration of horticultural excellence. Visitors can expect opulent floral installations, enchanting designs, and interactive displays that bring the joy and spectacle of a bygone era to life. From The Greatest Showman to vintage Paris, with a nod to Coronado’s seaside history, every bloom tells a story. And every story reminds us that this tradition thrives because of the dedication and passion of our entire community.

A BLOOMING TRADITION:

At the heart of the weekend lies the Coronado Flower Show, the nation’s largest tented flower show, dating back to 1922. Spreckels Park will transform into a floral wonderland featuring:

Shadowbox displays and miniature arrangements

Roses, bonsai, and children’s designs

Themed designs inspired by Cirque des Fleurs

Eclectic photography and more

Guests can also enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, shopping, and interactive booths, making it a vibrant experience for all.

More Petals to Celebrate

The magic of the Coronado Flower Show extends far beyond the weekend with a series of special events:

Home Front Judging: A beloved tradition where over 150 volunteers award ribbons to Coronado’s best home gardens.

Beyond the Tents: A week-long celebration that invites visitors to explore Coronado’s storefront floral displays, themed restaurant menus, and exclusive designs from local businesses.

1922 Club: Spreckels Park transforms into an enchanting evening under the iconic tents for the exclusive 1922 Club. Named in honor of the Flower Show’s inaugural year, this chic, 21+ event offers an escape filled with food bites, signature cocktails, and live music.

Twinkling lights cast a magical glow as guests mingle amidst decor and entertainment inspired by this year’s Cirque des Fleurs theme.

Family Movie Night: Friday evening invites families to gather under the tents for a magical start to the Flower Show weekend. Children are encouraged to drop off their whimsical creations for the Youth Section before settling in for an evening of fun. Families can enjoy kid-friendly food options, entertainment, and reserved blanket seating for prime movie watching. A special thank you goes to the Islander Ladies Club for resurrecting this cherished tradition and bringing it back to life with joy and community spirit.

Beer and Wine Garden: Relax with locally brewed favorites, including a special spring ale crafted by Coronado Brewery. This lively pop-up watering hole is the perfect addition to the weekend’s festivities. Big kudos to the Coronado Beer Club for growing and maintaining this popular feature, which has become an ongoing highlight of the Flower Show experience.

Year-Round Engagement:

The Coronado Floral Association provides free monthly education through its Friends and Flowers program, offering handson demonstrations and inspiration for gardening enthusiasts. Ticketed events in partnership with local florists and establishments bring exclusive evenings of blooms, food, and camaraderie.

Get Involved:

From exhibitors and volunteers to attendees and sponsors, everyone has a role to play in making the Coronado Flower Show a success. Becoming or renewing your membership grants you free entry through the members-only show entrance, presale access to all events, including the 1922 Club, and a bi-monthly email newsletter featuring all that blooms around Coronado, to name just a few perks.

A special thank you goes to the City of Coronado for their grant to keep the tents up—a lifeline for the show’s infrastructure. However, the sponsorships and member renewals breathe life into this cherished tradition, ensuring the continuity of Coronado’s longest-running event.

Mark your calendars for April 12 and 13, 2025, and step right up to Cirque des Fleurs—an unforgettable experience celebrating the season’s bloom in style.

For more information about the Coronado Floral Association and the annual Coronado Flower Show, visit coronadoflowershow.com.