Experience the beauty of spring and celebrate it with the community!
In one of my last blog entry (you can find it here if you didn’t read it yet), I talked about some of the wildflower areas to see in the USA. But it does not stop here, I also have to share with you some of the best flower fields and flower festivals you can find throughout the USA. Like the wildflower sightings, we are not gonna be able to talk about all of them, as there are plenty of festivals held through spring and summer. Again, this is a great place to take children to enjoy the outdoors. So here are a few places to go see flower fields, some places will have festivals, others won’t. There are quite a few different kinds of festivals, so it is always a great idea to inquire about what to expect there before going to a festival. Make sure you also inquire about dates or changes due to weather or any other unexpected event.
If you missed some of them, don’t worry, there’s plenty more to experience! You can also plan in advance with a little help:
La Conner Daffodil Festival, La Conner, Washington State
HAPPENING NOW! 60 miles North of Seattle.
La Conner Daffodil Festival – Love La Conner
La Conner Daffodil Festival 2023 – Featured, Love La Conner Blog – Love La Conner
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, Skagit, Washington State
April 2023. Located next to La Conner Festival, 60 miles North of Seattle.
You can drive around, have salmon BBQs, go on bike rides, and enjoy other festival events right in the middle of tulips grown by local farmers.
Home – Tulip Festival
The flower fields in Carlsbad, California
Started March 1st, North of San Diego.
Home – The Flower Fields
Check out what to expect here: Activities Archive – The Flower Fields
The site offers fabulous child activities: Educational Programs – The Flower Fields
National Cherry Blossom Festival, DC
One of the most famous one! The peak bloom is in the coming days! Definitely worth a try even if you missed the festival!
National Cherry Blossom Festival – March 20 – April 16, 2023
Keep an eye on the bloom! Spoiler alert, peak bloom is scheduled to happen on March 22-25: BLOOM WATCH – National Cherry Blossom Festival
See the free activities available: Events – National Cherry Blossom Festival
Holland, Michigan
May 6-14 2023. The festival occurs over 8 days in and around Downtown Holland. It started in 1927 to celebrate the Dutch heritage of the city, for which 100,000 tulips were specially planted. Expect some Dutch dances and costumes on sites!
Tulip Time
Check here for shows & events: Shows & Events :: Tulip Time
The country artist Sara Evans will be live during the festival this coming May 12!
Here are the places you can spot tulips around Holland: Tulips :: Tulip Time
Woodbury, Oregon
COMING UP! From March 24 to April 30. Another event for the tulip lovers out there, a few miles from Portland at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm.
Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest – Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm
Check here for a glimpse at all the activities: Daily & Weekend Activities – Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm
Book your tickets here: Wooden Shoe Festival 2023 (ticketspice.com)
Don’t miss out on this amazing experience to see the fields from way up high! Hot Air Balloons – Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm
Portland Rose Festival, Portland, Oregon
COMING UP! Events are in May and June 2023.
Portland Rose Festival
You can have a look at the program here: Programs (rosefestival.org)
You can browse through the detailed list of events, full with hours, dates and places here: Portland Rose Festival/events
Apple Blossom Festival, Wanatchee, Washington State
A major Apple growing area since 1905, the city of Wanatchee is hosting one of the premier festivals of the Pacific Northwest. It’s Grand Parade is worth a look, with often more than 120 entries! The festival goes from April 27 to May 7.
Washington State Apple Blossom Festival
You can find a complete list of events here: Festival Calendar — Washington State Apple Blossom Festival
Sebastopol’s 77th Annual Apple Blossom Parade & Festival, California
Another Apple Blossom festival worth a visit, on April 29/30.
Sebastopol’s 77th Annual Apple Blossom Parade & Festival (appleblossomfest.com)
Its parade features live animals, handmade floats and other colorful displays: Parade — Sebastopol’s 77th Annual Apple Blossom Parade & Festival (appleblossomfest.com)
Daffodil Festival, Meriden, Connecticut
Tag Sale weekend of April 22nd, and the Festival weekend April 29th and 30th.
Meriden CT Daffodil Festival
Expect good food, rides, concerts and fun exhibits for the whole family to enjoy! Check it all out here: Live Music – Carnival Rides – Fireworks | Meriden Daffodil Festival
Azalea Festival, Wilmington, North Carolina
April 12-16 will be held the 76th North Carolina Azalea Festival in the beautiful city of Wilmington.
NC Azalea Festival | Art, Gardens, Culture | Wilmington, NC
There’s a lot going on this year! You will probably have the chance to see former Miss North Carolina, Carli Batson, who was announced as this edition’s Queen Azalea! And you probably don’t want to miss out on the Carly Pearce concert if you’re a fan! Get your tickets at Carly Pearce Tickets | Wilmington, NC | NC Azalea Festival (etix.com)
Have a peek at what’s in store for you: Events | NC Azalea Festival
Lilac Festival, Rochester, New York
Rochester is celebrating its 125th edition of the Lilac Festival this year, from May 12 to May 21! Its Lilacs, pansies and tulips gardens are gorgeous, and the Kids’ Zone is a real thrill for the young ones.
Rochester Lilac Festival – Rochester Events
Have a look at the numerous gardens and parks you can explore: Gardens & Lilacs – Rochester Events
Enjoy the Art & Craft show just a two-minute walk from the main festival site: Art in the Park at the Rochester Lilac Festival (rochesterevents.com)
Take your kids to a thrill ride: Kids’ Zone – Rochester Events
A sneak peek at the Lilac Health & Wellness Experience
Taking place in Highland Park on Saturday and Sunday May 20 & 21, this is just a great and welcome addition to a festival!
There is an expo with interactive exhibits where you can learn about your health and how to improve it.
Don’t miss what they call the Speaker Series, where vetted people give pep talks on meaningful topics (reserve your seat in advance)
All in all, it’s just an amazing way to learn, share and experience things wellness related, try it! Oh, and it’s free!
Still here reading? Get to your calendars and start planning while the beautiful flower fields and gardens are still blooming!
There’s a lot of other places hosting bloom festivals in the USA; I can help you find one near you or help you plan a trip on USAWITHGIGI.COM!
My Kids Activity Planning website is COMING SOON!
Blog With Gigi 
Leave a comment