Ikebana International Melbourne: Annual Exhibition

20 Sep 2025 ‐

21 Sep 2025

10:30 am ‐ 4:30 pm

Demonstrations | 20 Sep
$35 Adult
$30 Concession
$20 National Trust & Ikebana Members

Exhibition Only | 20 Sep
$10 Ikebana Members

Open House | 21 Sep
$25 Adult
$20 Concession
$15 Child
$50 Family

Free for National Trust Members

VIC

Discover the timeless traditions of Japanese floral art in the stunning surroundings of Labassa Mansion.

Held over two days, the Ikebana International Melbourne Annual Exhibition is an opportunity to learn more about Japanese traditional floral art. Enjoy over 30 beautiful displays and Ikebana demonstrations sharing more about Labassa’s unique Japanese influences.

This year’s Ikebana theme is Spring and will celebrate the season of new beginnings, growth and renewal. We look forward to you joining us to celebrate 66 years of Ikebana in Melbourne. 

Ikebana Demonstrations

Join a senior teacher from Ikebana International Melbourne who will lead two one hour-long demonstrations on Saturday, 20 September of the art form: 

  • Sustainability in Ikebana – 11:00am
  • Spring and Ikebana – 1:00pm

Places for the demonstrations are limited, so book your ticket online to secure your place. 

Book tickets for demonstrations

Open House & Exhibition

If you would prefer to simply browse the arrangements, the exhibition will be open from 10:00 am – 3:00pm on Saturday, 20 September (for Ikebana Members) and 10:30am – 4:00pm on Sunday, 21 September (National Trust Members & General Public).   

Labassa’s ornately crafted and opulent interiors include Japanese-inspired embossed wallpapers, ebonised furniture, tiles and stained glass.

Wander the house or join a guided tour all the while enjoying stunning Ikebana arrangements, and learn more about Labassa’s unique Japanese influences.

Book tickets for Open House

Become a Member & SAVE

Become a National Trust Member to receive discounted entry to the workshops, plus all the benefits of a Membership! Join today.

 

Information for Attendees
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your demonstration time.
  • Pre-bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
  • Bottled water only may be consumed in the house.
  • Stilettos are not permitted to be worn inside of Labassa mansion.
  • Visitors are not permitted to park in Manor Grove.

Plan your visit

Labassa

Address:

2 Manor Grove
Caulfield North 3161 VIC

What we offer:

Please note: Parking is not permitted on Manor Grove.

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Sustainability Statement

Ikebana, a cultural art of Japan, has always been a sustainable art form

Vases are reused and shared by members over both the vase and a member’s lifetime. Used vases are then gifted or sold to new Ikebana enthusiasts.  

Ikebana practitioners learn fixing techniques that include kenzans (heavy weighted holders) that are reused endlessly. Other fixing techniques use natural plant material within a vase to hold the arrangement in the correct position. Ikebana does not use floral foam.   

For this year’s Exhibition, our exhibitors have used and reused found material from gardens. The flowers have been grown locally.  

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