Neon Night Garden

Friday, May 20, 2022, 5 – 10pm A large scale participatory artwork that invites the public to collaboratively contribute to a growing neon ghost fungus bloom growing in the City Botanic Gardens.Omphalotus nidiformis is a bioluminescent species that can be found on tree trunks and fallen wood in forests across the eastern coast of Queensland. Growing low to the ground, this delicate and magical white 'ghost fungus' becomes luminous in the dark.Participants can drop in any time to learn a few fibre arts techniques and add their own contribution to the glowing garden.Location: See the Neon Night Garden at City Botanic Gardens, enter via George Street gate. Venue: City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City Venue address: City Botanic Gardens, 147 Alice Street, Brisbane City Waterway access facilities: River hub (commercial) - 200 tonnes Waterway access information: The City Botanic Gardens River Hub provides multi-purpose, river-based infrastructure to accommodate a range of vessels and uses including: access to tour boat operators as a pick-up and drop-off point for passengers , on-demand pick-up and drop-off for future water taxis , short-term use of non-motorised watercraft such as kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards , short-term use for recreational vessels in the city reaches of the Brisbane River. Status: open Parent event: Botanica Event type: Art, Culture, Exhibitions, Family events, Free Age range: Infants and toddlers, Preschool kids, Kids, Teens, Young adults, Adults (30+), Seniors Cost: Free Age: Suitable for all ages Bookings: No booking required. Bookings required: No