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A Legacy in Full Bloom: The History of RoozenGaarde

A Legacy in Full Bloom: The History of RoozenGaarde

Before RoozenGaarde became one of the most iconic tulip gardens in North America, its roots were planted in Holland. The Roozen family has been growing tulips since the 1700s, passing down their expertise for generations. In 1947,…

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Join Us for the 2025 Tulip Festival Parade in La Conner!

Join Us for the 2025 Tulip Festival Parade in La Conner!

Join Us for the 2025 Tulip Festival Parade, presented by SaviBank + Harborstone Credit Union  Spring is just around the corner, and that means it's time for one of the most cherished traditions of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival—the Annual Tulip Festival Parade! Mark...

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The 2025 Tulip Festival Poster Is Here

The 2025 Tulip Festival Poster Is Here

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 our...

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The 2025 Tulip Festival Poster Is Here

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...

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Rodeo Queen Horse Picture for Tulip Parade

Join the Fun at the 37th Annual Tulip Parade

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,...

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Nicole Roozen new Executive Director of Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

Nicole Roozen named new Executive Director

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...

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field of red tulips with frost on them

2024 Poster to be Unveiled on Nov. 15 at Skagit Acres

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...

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Nominate your favorite artists

Seeking artist for 2025 festival poster

Love tulips? Love art? Do you have a favorite artist? Or are you an artist who wants to be our featured artist for the 2025 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival? Here's how you apply Send us the following to Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, PO Box 1784, Mount Vernon, WA...

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