If your social media feeds have ever been taken over by stunning, sea-of-yellow photos featuring vintage trucks and upright pianos sitting in the middle of a glowing canola field—or if you’ve ever visited the cellar door in the depths of winter when it was beautifully chaotic with thousands of eager canola visitors—you already know about the phenomenon that is the Canola Walk.
Starting as a hidden gem with just 700 visitors in 2022, this blooming regional phenomenon exploded last year, drawing a massive 20,000 people to the countryside.
Now, the countdown to the 2026 season has officially begun. Early bird tickets are officially on sale now at TryBooking.com, ahead of the grand opening on Friday, July 24th.
Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming season, including a brand-new feature that will make exploring the fields easier than ever.
While the Canola Walk is famous for its winding walking tracks and iconic photo backdrops—like the vintage trucks and pianos scattered throughout the crops—this year introduces a delightful new upgrade.
For the first time, visitors can hop on low-speed tractor shuttle rides. You’ll be able to cruise through the golden paddocks in colourful carriages, making it the perfect option for families with young children, couples looking for a romantic ride, or anyone who wants to soak in the views without doing the full trek on foot.
The meteoric growth of the Canola Walk is a testament to how much city-dwellers crave fresh country air and unique experiences.
Canola Walk Attendance Growth:
2022: 700 visitors
2023: 2,500 visitors
2024: 5,000 visitors
2025: 20,000+ visitors
Last year, a single weekend drew a staggering 9,000 people. To ensure the experience remains relaxed and enjoyable for everyone—and to prevent the fields from becoming overcrowded—we are capping session capacities for 2026.
"People are looking for experiences that feel real, joyful and a bit unexpected, and the Canola Walk seems to have found that sweet spot," says Brian Spencer of Shiraz Republic. "We want people to book early, choose the session that suits them, and know that when they arrive they will have space to enjoy the paddocks, the photo spots, the cellar door and the new shuttle rides without the place feeling overcrowded."
The canola only flowers for a limited time, meaning you have a strict window of roughly 8 weeks to catch this natural spectacle before it's gone for the year.
Because weekend sessions are highly expected to sell out, grabbing your early bird tickets now not only saves you some cash but guarantees your spot among the flowers. Book your session, pack your camera, and get ready for the ultimate winter-to-spring road trip!