Nothing says springtime quite like frolicking in a field full of tulips. And you can do just that at one of these tulip festivals within two hours away from Vancouver.
With acres upon acres of vibrant bulbs and dozens of varieties to explore — these spots make for the ultimate photo op.
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Tulip Festivals near Vancouver
Chilliwack Botanica Tulip Festival
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Wander through scenic pathways with thousands of tulips on either side to brighten your view every step of the way. The Chilliwack Botanica Tulip Festival has a stunning array of beautiful blossoms. It also has some other beautiful flowers to enjoy while you’re there — including plenty of aromatic hyacinths and double daffodils.
The Botanica festival begins on April 12th and will run for approximately 3-4 weeks. The actual length of the festival will depend on the weather and the temperatures. So be sure to check their website for tickets before making plans. Expect to explore a beautiful flower-scape spanning across 13 acres, boasting over 1.5 million bulbs and 59 distinct tulip varieties. The tulip varieties unfold at different times, with a variety of blooms throughout the season.
When & Where: April 12 – mid May, from 9am – 7pm weekdays, and 5am – 7 pm weekends at 41310 Royalwood Drive, Chilliwack
Cost: $10-$40
Harrison Tulip Festival By Onos Farms
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The Harrison Tulip Festival was originally established in 2006, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to explore blossoming fields in Agassiz. They then relocated to Chilliwack in 2017 as the Chilliwack Tulip Festival, and now it has returned to its roots in Agassiz and reopening on April 8th of this year.
Set against the stunning backdrop of mountain vistas, the festival invites guests to wander through pathways adorned with 10 million tulips, accompanied by the delightful scents of hyacinths and double daffodils. Additionally, the 2024 season introduces a new 2 1/2 acre show garden featuring a diverse array of blooms carefully nestled among mature fruit trees and flowering shrubs, promising an enhanced sensory experience for all who visit.
When & Where: April 8 – May 5, open daily from 10am – 6:30pm at 5039 Lougheed Highway, Agassiz
Cost: $7-$12
Abbotsford Tulip Festival
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Lakeland Flowers has six months worth of flower festivals in store this year — starting of course with the Abbotsford Tulip Festival. The festival features 35 acres of tulip fields, showcasing more than 100 different tulip varieties. That includes specialty varietals that have been imported from Holland, like fringe tulips and double tulips.
The Abbotsford Tulip Festival is open seven days a week, starting on April 6 and ending mid-may. Photo props include bicycles and swings. Visitors are welcome to pack a picnic and can also enjoy live music and food trucks on select weekends.
When & Where: April 6 – mid May, open daily from 8am – dark, at 3663 Marion Road, Abbotsford
Cost: $10 – $20
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, Washington
There are plenty of picturesque bulbs to explore south of the border as well. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is the largest tulip festival in Washington.
This festival consist of multiple tulip fields and is designed as a driving tour as there is no one “site” to enter. The fields of tulips are scattered throughout the Skagit Valley as are the many events and activities that make up the annual event. Although the festival itself is free, entry to each of the fields varies.
When: Open now until April 30.
Tulip Town
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- What to expect: 18 acres and over 50 types of Tulips
- Cost: $15-$20 USD
- Location: 15002 Bradshaw Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, USA
- Highlight: They have a Dutch windmill for a beautiful photo op
Roozengaarde
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- What to expect: 50 acres and over 200 types of Tulip & Daffodil varieties
- Cost: $15-18 USD
- Location: 15867 Beaver Marsh Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, USA
- Highlight: They have a beautiful garden path and swings
Tulip Valley Farms
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- What to expect: 12 acres and over 75 types of Tulips
- Cost: $13.50 – $19.50 USD
- Location: 15245 Bradshaw Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, USA
- Highlight: Along with Tulips they have a farm with highland cattle
Garden Rosalyn
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- What to expect: 7 acres and several types of Tulips
- Cost: $19 USD
- Location: 16648 Jungquist Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, USA
- Highlights: Smaller garden with a beautiful windmill and great for pets
