Stay up to date with the latest festival announcements, media features, and exciting updates on our signature events. From breaking news to event highlights and recaps, this section keeps you in the loop on everything happening at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.
Each year, we invite local Skagit County 4th and 5th grade students to audition for the chance to become the faces of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. In 2025, we were thrilled to crown...
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is more than just a spring tradition. It’s a vibrant thread woven into our region’s history, drawing families and travelers from around the world. We caught up with Megan Richards, a Seattle mom of three, to talk about her...
Hello students & families of Skagit County! We’re thrilled to invite 4th and 5th grade students from Skagit County to audition for the 2025 Tulip Ambassador program! Join us for the Ambassador Event, presented by HF Sinclair Puget Sound Refinery, on Wednesday,...
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is thrilled to announce the debut of our 2025 Tulip Festival poster! This year’s design, created by the talented artist Mary Warden, beautifully captures the unique tulip varieties grown in Skagit County and the natural beauty of...
Mount Vernon, WA — September 4th, 2024 — The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is thrilled to announce the launch of its newly revamped sponsorship offerings for the 2025 festival season. As one of the Pacific Northwest's most anticipated annual events, the festival...
Celebrate Spring with the 2024 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Photo Contest! We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Photo Contest, aimed at capturing the essence of our beautiful Skagit Valley while fostering community engagement. Presented...
Spring is approaching, and our excitement is blooming for the 37th Annual Kiwanis Club of La Conner Not So Impromptu Tulip Parade, proudly sponsored by Astound Broadband! Mark your calendars for April 6th at 2 PM and join us for a celebration of color, creativity,...
Hello Families and Students! The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival will be hosting their annual Ambassador Event presented by Key Bank on Thursday, February 15, at 5:30 p.m. at Maple Hall in La Conner. We invite all interested Skagit County 4th and 5th graders to join...
A spectacular evening of celebration and community as we unveil the 2024 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival poster and official merchandise. Meet the artist, tasty treats and door prizes!
Tulip Festival Board of Directors announces new Executive Director Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge and background in both marketing and project management, having worked with large retail brands like Nordstrom and Zulily. “Nicole’s resume and marketing...
Join us on Nov. 15 as we unveil the stunning photography of Gary Brown, our 2024 featured artist, presented by our long-time unveiling sponsor Heritage Bank. This free event begins at 5:00 pm and concludes by 7:30 pm. Be among the first to see the 2024 official...
MOUNT VERNON – After 20 years of steadfast leadership and dedication to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, Executive Director Cindy Verge is set to retire this fall. Verge joined the Tulip Festival in 1999 as the Sponsorship Coordinator and was named the...