Attend the Show
JOIN US AT THE LARGEST TENTED SHOW IN THE U.S.
The Coronado Flower Show is a slice of Americana. In its early years it was sustained solely by donations from the private sector. Coronado schools loaned desks and typewriters; the Hotel del Coronado provided trellises and tables; and even the local Boy Scout troops camped in the park to provide security for the show and its visitors. During WWII the flower show skipped three years (1943-1946) due to national defense efforts, then resumed in full force in Spring of 1946.
Located at Spreckels Park this two-day event includes horticulture displays, a variety of floral arranging competitions, educational lectures and demonstrations, live bandstand entertainment, food, beer & wine garden with locally crafted beers, and shopping. There’s also a Home Front competition which awards exceptional home and business gardens throughout the city.
The Coronado Flower Show is produced by the Coronado Floral Association with support and assistance from the City of Coronado.
The Coronado Floral Association is a proud member of National Garden Clubs, Inc. The annual Coronado Flower Show is a Standard Flower Show and conforms to the standards and objectives of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. (NGC) an official National Garden Club Flower Show.
The 105th Coronado Flower Show will be held April 17–18, 2027.
SHOW GALLERY
Every year, the Coronado Floral Association comes together at Spreckels Park for a stunning display of florals. Browse our previous show images for more insight into this beautiful event.
A Ticket to Show includes…
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Discover the joy of gardening at the Coronado Flower Show! With exhibits for all ages and skill levels, it’s the perfect place for families to learn, connect, and celebrate the beauty of horticulture and design.
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Enjoy the warmth of Coronado’s community spirit. From friendly faces to a slower pace of life, our Flower Show showcases the heart of small-town hospitality—you may even meet local leaders while you’re here!
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Take a break to enjoy delicious bites, refreshing drinks, and unique finds from local vendors. Relax in the Beer & Wine Garden, groove to live music, and shop one-of-a-kind treasures.
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Ring in the arrival of spring with one of Coronado’s most cherished traditions. The Flower Show is a highlight of the year, bringing together locals and visitors to welcome the season in bloom.
The Flower Show in the Media
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Coronado has many accommodation options from resorts to motels, inns, boutique hotels, and bed & breakfasts.
The Flower Show is easily accessible to visitors with disabilities, including restrooms and drinking fountains. The Show floor is grassy, level, and manageable either alone or with an able-bodied assistant.
On-street handicap parking spaces are available.
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The flower show is open to the public. Admission is $10 per day.
Tickets available at the Front Gate and online. FREE entry is provided for children under 12 and for Coronado Floral Association members.
Your admission ticket is good for the entire day and you will receive a wristband upon entry.
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Education. To educate and inform CFA club members and the general public on topics such as:
New cultivars in horticulture
What trees, shrubs, and plants grow well locally
Design trends for the home
Interest. To stimulate interest by club members in horticulture and floral design
Creative Expression. To provide a creative and expressive outlet for club members
Share. To share the objectives of the Coronado Floral Association to the local community
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The Coronado Flower Show is held every year at Spreckles Park in Coronado. The address is:
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By Ferry
Take the Coronado Ferry from either Broadway Pier or the San Diego Convention Center. It arrives at 1201 First Street in Coronado, about a 0.7-mile walk to the Flower Show. Tickets are $4.75 each way (kids under 4 ride free). The ferry is wheelchair accessible, and bikes are welcome.By Bus
San Diego MTS buses make getting to Coronado simple:Bus 901 connects the island to San Diego and surrounding areas.
Bus 904 runs locally along Orange Avenue with stops at the Community Center, City Hall on Glorietta Bay, the Bayfront, and the Ferry Landing.
Plan your trip with the MTS Trip Planner for the best route.
By Rideshare
Uber, Lyft, and taxi services are convenient options, especially if you want to avoid parking. Drop-offs near the Flower Show entrance make it easy to get in and out quickly.Parking in Coronado
Parking is limited during the Flower Show, so we recommend arriving early, carpooling, or using public transit or rideshare whenever possible. -
The City of Coronado has established the following rules for Spreckels Park visitors:
No smoking
No dogs
No solicitors