Explore Canada’s top tulip farms and festivals this spring-wander vibrant fields, pick your own blooms, and capture stunning mountain views from coast to coast.
Spring’s Arrival: Tulip Farms Burst Into Colour Across Canada
Say goodbye to winter’s chill and hello to a riot of colour-Canada’s tulip farms and festivals are now open, offering breathtaking floral displays and unforgettable experiences from British Columbia to Quebec. Whether you’re seeking family fun, Instagram-worthy scenery, or a peaceful stroll through fields of blooms, there’s a tulip adventure waiting for you.
Canada’s First Tulip Forest: A Floral Wonderland in B.C.
Maan Farms in Abbotsford, B.C. is making history with the country’s first-ever tulip forest. Opening April 5, this immersive experience lets visitors wander through vibrant tulips nestled among the trees. Alongside daily activities like Barnyard Adventureland, it’s a magical way to welcome spring.
Mountain-View Tulip Fields: Lakeland Flowers, Abbotsford
For those craving a backdrop of dramatic peaks, Lakeland Flowers’ 35 acres of tulips and lupins deliver the ultimate photo op. Their Tulip Festival runs April 6 to May 11, with peonies, meadow flowers, and lavender blooming through July 1. It’s a floral feast for the senses just minutes from Vancouver.
Canada’s Largest Tulip Festival: Harrison Tulip Festival
The Harrison Tulip Festival (formerly Chilliwack Tulip Festival) near Agassiz, B.C. claims the title of Canada’s biggest, with over 40 acres and 12 million bulbs. From April 12 to May 4, enjoy sunrise yoga, bouquet workshops, live music, food trucks, and more-all set against stunning mountain vistas.
Pick-Your-Own Tulip Farms: Ontario and Quebec
- St. Catharines, Ontario: The Roadside Flower Market invites you to its “We Plant You Pick” festival, April 25 to May 18. Wander among 600,000 tulips and take home your favourites.
- BerkelBloem, Norfolk County: With 500,000 blooms, this Ontario gem offers pick-your-own experiences from April 25 to May 16.
- Laval, Quebec: Just outside Montreal, Laval’s tulip fields boast around 800,000 bulbs. Their annual festival, including a special Mother’s Day event, is a must for flower lovers.
Ottawa’s Iconic Canadian Tulip Festival
Ottawa’s Canadian Tulip Festival is a living tribute to Canada’s friendship with the Netherlands, featuring over a million tulips and drawing more than 650,000 visitors. Running May 9–19, the festival offers tours, movies in the park, a Flower Fun Run, and a big bug boardwalk-perfect for families and history buffs alike.
Ready for a spring escape? Canada’s tulip farms and festivals are blooming with colour, community, and unforgettable moments. Grab your camera, gather your loved ones, and let the beauty of spring sweep you away!
