Where Spring Begins: The 2026 La Conner Daffodil Festival
Spring returns to the Skagit Valley in spectacular fashion with the 2026 La Conner Daffodil Festival, a celebration of bright blooms, local creativity, and the slower rhythms that make this season so special. This year’s official festival poster features a stunning photograph by Sarah Walls, winner of the 2025 La Conner Daffodil Festival Photography Contest. Her image captures the quiet magic of daffodils stretching toward the light—a fitting visual invitation to another unforgettable spring in La Conner.
As always, planning ahead is key. Lodging fills up quickly during daffodil season, so booking early is highly recommended whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a midweek escape. Because bloom timing varies with weather, visitors are encouraged to keep an eye on the Daffodil Bloom Map, which provides up-to-date information on which fields are blooming and when. It’s the best way to time your visit for peak color and to explore the valley responsibly and respectfully.
New for 2026, the festival is welcoming an exciting addition to its lineup of experiences. Tulip Valley Farms, home of the World’s Most Scenic U-Pick Tulip Experience, is joining the La Conner Daffodil Festival as the festival’s only Daffodil U-Pick experience. Throughout March, visitors will be invited directly into the fields to hand-pick their own daffodils—an experience that blends beauty, simplicity, and connection to the land.
As the West Coast’s largest U-Pick tulip farm, Tulip Valley Farms offers expansive grassy walkways, a relaxed, park-like setting, and plenty of space to wander, photograph, and linger. The farm is especially family-friendly, making it an ideal stop for spring outings and memory-making. Adding to the charm, the beloved micro mini Highland cows from Compact Cattle Co. will be returning, including a new calf—a sure highlight for visitors of all ages.
With iconic blooms, thoughtful new experiences, and a strong sense of place, the 2026 La Conner Daffodil Festival invites you to slow down, explore with intention, and celebrate spring at its most joyful. Stay tuned for more event announcements—and don’t forget to book early, check the bloom map, and let the season unfold.
