[1] The first blossom festival began on Friday, 27 September 1957 and the first attraction was the Horticultural Society's spring flower show.
It was then that the now famous parade of floats first took place and they showcased themselves by moving along the main street of Alexandra.
From then on, the parade and other main event attractions would take place usually in the last week of September during the weekend.
The "Saturday in the Park" which follows at the conclusion of the parade includes entertainment & relaxation for local & visiting families.
Attractions include carnival rides, children's Stage & circus entertainers, all age music concerts, stalls, food and beverage tents and interactive games such as rock climbing.