2023 will be a Different Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. We know there will be restrictions on the number of people who can visit our fields and gardens (and other retail establishments\/restaurants\/venues) based on COVID guidelines established by the state and county governments. We will be following those guidelines, but still be working to welcome you and help you with your visit. Tulip Town has set its ticketing policy; you can find out more at https:\/\/tuliptown.com\/pages\/visit. RoozenGaarde has done so as well; find out more at https:\/\/roozengaarde.ticketspice.com\/skagit-valley-tulip-festival-tickets.<\/p>\n
This is event is geared towards visitors of all ages but if you happen to be traveling with a tot, here are some tips from a local mom on how best to prepare for and execute your adventure.<\/p>\n
Seattle Southside mom, Meilee, bundled up her four year old and hit the road and this is what she learned:<\/p>\n
The drive is easy freeway driving for approx. 90 minutes each way (from Seattle Southside). For lightest traffic plan on arriving at the fields early in the day on the weekends or travel during non-rush hours mid-week.
\nStop at the Tulip Festival Administration office 311 W. Kincaid St. Mount Vernon, WA 98273 for free maps, advice on where to start\/stop your excursion and special event info.
\nWith maps and \u201cTulip Route\u201d signage the fields are easy to find.
\nWear practical shoes. There aren\u2019t sidewalks in the fields; be prepared for dusty to muddy conditions. My daughter wore her pink polka dot rain boots for fashion and the practicality purposes.
\nWalking paths are made out of firmly packed gravel or dirt. Check weather forecasts to get an idea on stroller friendly conditions.
\nThere are multiple tulip farms to see and each is immense. For families with young children I recommend pacing yourself and expect to visit one farm maybe two. We spent two hours at one field, had dinner then drove back. It was a long five hour outing for a four year old but days later she\u2019s still talking about the \u201cbee-you-tee-ful flowers\u201d and I\u2019m still admiring a collection of charming photos.
\nThe RoozenGaarde field has food vendors. (fair food cuisine and prices) There\u2019s a grassy area with a few tables and room to have a picnic.
\nBring cash. Some vendors accept cash and plastic \u2013 others take cash only.
\nThere are plenty of facilities (porta-potties) at the farms. For families with babies or young toddlers, bring a blanket in the diaper bag because I didn\u2019t see any changing areas.
\nNo pets allowed in the tulip fields. Leave Fluffy or Fido at home.
\n*Bonus tip \u2013 make sure your camera has plenty of battery life you\u2019ll have a \u201cbazillion\u201d photo opportunities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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