Plan Your Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Visit!
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is the largest festival in Northwest Washington State and the largest Tulip Festival in the United States! Each year, more than 1 million visitors come to experience fields of brightly colored tulips. As one of Washington State’s most popular destination events, and a much-loved month for getaway vacations to La Conner, visitors are treated to acres and acres of brightly colored tulips, display gardens that are simply stunning, and photo opportunities around every corner. La Conner has a wonderful offering of Skagit Valley Tulip Festival events, exhibits, and happenings for your visit!
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Bloom Map
One of the most frequent Skagit Valley Tulip Festival questions we hear is “are the tulips blooming yet?” Our tulips bloom according to Mother Nature – buds can begin to color as soon as late March, or wait until closer to mid-April. Warm spring weather produces an early bloom; cold weather means a later season. Once a tulip field begins to color, that particular field will usually stay in bloom for about two weeks. Each field is planted with different varieties, meaning not all fields will bloom at the same time.
To get you started, check out the Bloom Map which you can refer to as often as you want – it is updated daily to show you which fields are in bloom during the entire month of the tulip festival.
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Parade
Springtime in La Conner is a vibrant tapestry of color and community, and there’s no better way to experience it than by attending the 38th Annual Tulip Parade. Set for Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM, this cherished event transforms downtown La Conner into a lively procession of floats, performers, and, for the first time, a delightful Daffodil Pet Parade.
What Are the Dates for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival?
The Tulip Festival is held from April 1-30 annually. However, Mother Nature determines when the tulips bloom. Some years the tulips bloom the last week of March, and in other years they may not bloom until the second week of April. Keep an eye on the Bloom Map to know where the fields are and which fields are blooming. The fields and dates of each field’s bloom change every year!
When is the best time to go to the Tulip Festival? If you want fewer crowds, weekday early mornings and late afternoons are for you!
How Much Does it Cost to go to the Tulip Festival?
When planning to visit the festival in 2025, you might be wondering about the costs involved in seeing the tulip display gardens.
While the festival itself is generally free to attend, certain tulip display gardens and events require admission fees. These fees help fund the maintenance of the fields, ensure a great experience for visitors, and support the local economy. Let’s break down what you can expect when budgeting for your trip to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in 2025.
1. Tulip Town
Located in the heart of Skagit Valley and 5 miles from La Conner, Tulip Town is one of the most popular display gardens during the festival. The admission fee helps keep the garden well-maintained and provides visitors with the opportunity to stroll through acres of blooming tulips, participate in family-friendly activities, and even enjoy a coffee or treat from the café.
- Cost: $18 for adults, $10 for children (ages 6-16), and free for children under 5. $15 Senior 65+ and Military
- Hours: Typically open Monday-Thursday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday – Sunday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- What’s Included: Admission includes access to the garden, parking, trolley ride (weather-dependent), Beer & Wine Garden (21+), Options for food & specialty espresso, and a scenic walk through the tulip fields. 5 Tulip acres and more than 50 varieties.
- Tulip Town has paved ADA parking with direct access to a paved indoor barn experience and shops.
2. Roozengaarde Display Garden
Another beloved garden during the festival is the Roozengaarde Display Garden, 6 miles from La Conner and known for its carefully curated landscape and diverse selection of tulips. Roozengaarde is particularly famous for its stunning variety of blooms, which include traditional and unique hybrid tulips. In addition to the tulip gardens, the site often has a gift shop for festival-goers to purchase tulip bulbs to take home.
- Cost: $16 for adults on weekdays and $20 on weekends, $5 for children (ages 5-12), and free for children under 5.
- Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM to 7PM, Saturday-Sunday 8AM to 7PM
- What’s Included: Admission provides access to the tulip fields, parking, and walking paths. 50 tulip acres and over 200 different Tulip & Daffodil varieties.
Tulip Valley Farms is a family-owned farm located in the heart of Skagit Valley, 5 miles from La Conner and known for its vibrant and expansive tulip fields. Each spring, the farm opens its doors to visitors, offering stunning views of colorful tulip displays against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains. With acres of tulips in various varieties, Tulip Valley Farms provides a peaceful, less crowded experience compared to larger gardens and it the only U-Pick Tulip field at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Outside food and drinks (non-alcoholic) are allowed for picnics at the picnic tables or even in the fields, making it a perfect destination for a serene day of flower viewing.
- Cost: $16 adults on weekdays and $18 on weekends, $8 for children (3-15), $15/$17 Military and Seniors
- Hours: 9AM – 5PM daily and Night Blooms 8-10PM Fridays and Saturdays
- What’s Included: 30 acres and over 140 Tulip varieties. Tulip Talk with Farmer Andrew, Farm animals, Display Gardens, Free Audio Tour, and numerous photo opportunities. Skagit Valley’s only u-pick tulip field.
- Cost: $17
- Hours: 8AM-7PM daily
- What’s Included: 7 Tulip acres and several tulip varieties
5: Skagit Acres
- Cost: $18 Adults, $10 Children (6-11), Senior and Military $15
- Hours: 10AM – 5PM Daily
- What’s Included: 3 Tulip acres and 18 Tulip varieties. Beer & Wine Garden (21+), local food trucks.
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is a beautiful event that allows visitors to experience the stunning beauty of tulips in full bloom. Whether you’re visiting Tulip Town, Roozengaarde, or another scenic garden, you’re sure to enjoy a spectacular display of flowers. Just be sure to plan ahead, check garden hours, and factor in any additional costs for parking, souvenirs, or food during your trip. If you’re looking for an unforgettable spring experience, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is worth the visit—and it doesn’t have to break the bank!
Are Dogs Allowed at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival?
Garden Rosalyn, Tulip Town, Tulip Valley Farms, and Skagit Acres allow dogs.
Where Can I Buy Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Merchandise in La Conner?
Erth in La Conner is selling the official Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Posters for 2025. Each print is backed with corrugated cardboard and protected in cellophane, ready to frame as you choose. Mary Warden has been an artist for 35 years, driven by a lifelong creative spirit. This year’s poster reflects Mary’s passion for capturing beauty and joy, as well as her connection to the Skagit Valley’s stunning landscapes. Erth is also selling the official Skagit Valley Tulip Festival t-shirts and sweatshirts!
The La Conner Daffodil Festival
While the tulips are our most famous blooms, there’s nothing quite as wonderful as entire fields of bright, cheery daffodils against our Mt. Baker backdrop during the La Conner Daffodil Festival. It’s beautiful in March with the Daffodils blooming and there are so many fun events and exhibits in La Conner during the month of March. If you can’t make it to Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in April, skip the crowds and join us in March this year for the La Conner Daffodil Festival!
Events, Exhibits and a Small Town Tulip Festival Parade
La Conner is the center of all the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival (and, ahem, daffodil) fun—we’re centrally located within all of the flower fields. During April alone, La Conner is home to more than 20 terrific events and three nationally recognized museums hosting some genuinely amazing exhibits. From wine tastings to concerts, you’ll find something fun to do in La Conner no matter when you visit us! The Tulip Festival parade travels down 1st Street in La Conner, a charming town with lots to explore, including shops, delicious restaurants, and a picturesque waterfront.
CLICK HERE FOR THE LA CONNER EVENT CALENDAR!
Plan Your Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Trip
Because there is so much to see and do during the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, we recommend that you plan ahead and make reservations at one of La Conner’s lodging establishments. You’ll be centrally located and within a few minutes of all of the tulip fields and display gardens, plus you’ll be able to enjoy a visit to our waterfront village, shop in our many specialty stores and dine at one of our amazing restaurants.
Ready to plan your trip? Take a look at our Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Planning Guide to get you started.
There are not many valleys quite as beautiful as the Skagit Valley – and there certainly are even fewer valleys as gorgeous as ours is when the sun is out, the fields are ablaze with color and snow-covered Mount Baker offers a perfect backdrop. Come visit us – we promise that you’ll absolutely love La Conner in April!
Click here for more Tulip Festival Information, read our Tulip Festival Planning Guide or call or stop by the La Conner Visitor’s Center where you’ll find lots of information – including brochures and maps. 413 Morris St. in La Conner; 360/466-4778. E-Mail: info@laconnerchamber.com
Plan Your Return Visit
P.S. … While it’s always fun to visit La Conner during the spring months – there are tons of reasons to come back again and again – all year round! Take a look at our Visit La Conner on a Return Trip page to learn more about what’s fun and engaging during each of our four seasons.