Tulip Festival Street Fair

The Tulip Festival Street Fair is hosted by the Mount Vernon Downtown Association.

The Tulip Festival Street Fair has brought together artists, locals and visitors for a weekend of creativity in downtown Mount Vernon since 1984. The fair takes place just steps from the Skagit River and the vivid tulip fields beyond. This beloved event has grown into one of the largest open-air art fairs in Northwest Washington.

Nearly 200 artisan vendors fill South First Street each spring. You’ll find everything from hand-thrown ceramics and garden sculptures to wearable art, woodwork, jewelry and décor. Food trucks, live music and kid-friendly fun round out the experience, all framed by the charm of historic downtown.

Fire performer entertaining a crowd at the Tulip Festival Street Fair in downtown Mount Vernon
Family with a baby and a small dog nestled in a tulip bouquet enjoying the Tulip Festival Street Fair in Skagit Valley

What to Expect at the Tulip Festival Street Fair

The Street Fair offers a half-mile of tulip-season fun in the heart of Mount Vernon. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly afternoon or an outing with friends, you’ll find something for everyone:

  • Watch artisans at work and shop handcrafted treasures.
  • Visit kid-friendly vendors and activity stations.
  • Grab a bite at one of the food truck locations throughout the fair.
  • Enjoy live music from Tulip Tunes, a free three-day music festival in the heart of the Tulip Festival Street Fair.
  • Stop by the official Skagit Valley Tulip Festival booth for the perfect souvenir and tulip season information.

Check Out the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Booth

The official Skagit Valley Tulip Festival booth is a must-see at the Street Fair. You’ll discover exclusive festival merch, including posters, apparel and keepsakes. They make the perfect souvenir for your tulip season adventures.

Pick up information about other festival events and gardens, chat with friendly festival staff, and take home a piece of the fun.

Crowds browsing vendor booths and art stalls at the Tulip Festival Street Fair in downtown Mount Vernon on a sunny spring day

Event Details

Get the most current information on where and when to experience the Tulip Festival Street Fair.

Hosted by the Mount Vernon Downtown Association

The Mount Vernon Downtown Association proudly hosts the Tulip Festival Street Fair. Its leadership brings together artists, vendors, musicians and local businesses for a lively celebration in downtown Mount Vernon. Visit the official event website to see event details, vendor lists, maps, and more.

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Face painter decorating a young girl's face at the Tulip Festival Street Fair in downtown Mount Vernon

Explore Upcoming Community Events

The Tulip Festival Street Fair is just one way our community comes together to celebrate spring in Skagit Valley. Explore the complete lineup of seasonal celebrations on our community events calendar.