Tulip Festival Art Exhibits
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Art Exhibits are presented by The Skagit Casino RESORT.
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Art Exhibits showcase the creativity of local artists and the beauty of tulips. Since 1984, the festival has commissioned an official poster each year, a tradition treasured by collectors and visitors alike.
We introduced our first-ever art exhibit in 2025 to honor the generations of creativity behind the festival’s original poster artwork. Building on that legacy, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Art Exhibit welcomes new voices to bloom.
For 2026, we’ve opened the doors to the community! Local artists ages 16 and older can submit tulip-themed creations for a chance to appear in the Tulip Festival Art Exhibit. Explore the collection and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award, celebrating the crowd’s favorite bloom of creativity.
Each year, the exhibit will feature tulip-inspired pieces selected through our open call for artists, continuing our mission to celebrate regional creativity and the beauty of the season.
What to Expect at the Skagit Valley Tulip Art Exhibit
Step into a gallery filled with color, creativity and community pride. Discover one-of-a-kind pieces that capture the beauty of Skagit Valley’s most beloved bloom.
The artwork featured in the exhibit will be available for purchase, giving visitors the chance to bring home a unique piece of the tulip season.
- Featured artists. You’ll see a juried selected collection of 25 to 30 tulip-themed artworks by local artists across five Northwest Washington counties.
- Art for sale. Pieces will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting both the artists and the festival.
Whether you’re from around the corner or across the globe, hold a piece of tulip season history with official art.
Event Details
Get the latest information on where and when to enjoy the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Art Exhibit. This information changes with the season, so stay tuned!
How to Participate as an Artist
The Tulip Festival Art Exhibits are open to artists age 16 and older from Skagit, Whatcom, Island, San Juan and Snohomish Counties. A committee of local community members will review submissions and select 25 to 30 works for display throughout April.
We’ll also choose one artist as the following year’s Official Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Poster Artist. Their artwork will then be announced at a later date and reproduced on festival merchandise.
Festival visitors will also have a chance to vote for their favorite piece! The People’s Choice Award Winner will be announced on our social channels at the end of the Tulip Festival Art Exhibit.
You have the opportunity to win valuable prizes:
- Poster Artist Award = $1,000
- People’s Choice Award = $200
Entry Requirements
You must meet certain criteria to be considered for the Skagit Valley Tulip Art Exhibit:
- Age and residency. Age 16 or older and resident of Skagit, Whatcom, Island, San Juan or Snohomish County
- Mediums. 2D original artwork only (painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, mixed media)
- Size. Minimum 16×20 inches, maximum 24×36 inches (any orientation)
- Tulip-themed. Inspired by tulips and Skagit Valley
- Entry fee. $25 for up to two pieces
- Submission. Email a digital copy to info@tulipfestival.org by December 1
- Sales. Optional; artists retain 70%, festival retains 30%
Pricing is set when you submit and cannot be adjusted later. Sold pieces remain on display until the exhibit ends.
We can’t wait to see what you dream up!
2001 Tulip Festival Poster
Submission Timeline
These are the due dates for the Tulip Festival Art Exhibit entries, starting the year before the upcoming festival.
- Submission deadline. December 1, 2025
- Notification of artists selected. January 2026
- Artwork drop-off. Mid-March 2026 (Skagit Valley Tulip Festival headquarters, Mount Vernon)
- Exhibit dates. April 2026
Mark your calendar so you don’t miss any deadlines!
Submission Checklist
Use this handy submission checklist to make sure you’ve met the Tulip Art Exhibit criteria.
- Email a digital copy of your artwork(s) to the festival HQ office.
- Pay a $25 entry fee (cash, check or credit card accepted in office or by phone).
- Complete the submission form and artist bio.
Celebrating Our Tulip Festival Art Exhibit Partners
We extend our sincere thanks to The Skagit Casino, Title Sponsor of the Tulip Festival Art Exhibit. Their generous support allows us to celebrate the region’s exceptional artistic talent and enrich the community with the beauty, inspiration, and creativity that define Skagit Valley each spring.
The Anacortes Art Festival proudly partners with the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Art Exhibit, helping us highlight the region’s exceptional local talent. This partnership makes the exhibit possible, inspiring our community and celebrating the creativity that brings Skagit Valley to life each spring.
