After months of gray skies and rain, the Northwest bursts into color each spring with a parade of stunning blooms, and the region’s lush gardens and vibrant flower fields put on an unforgettable spectacle.
There’s no better way to welcome spring or celebrate summer than by wandering through fields of dazzling color and breathing in the sweet aroma of fresh blossoms. From the first daffodils of March to the fruited promise of apple and pear blossoms, from perky tulips painting a rainbow across a field to the irresistible fragrance of lilacs and lavender, there’s a blossom, and a festival, for everyone.
We’ve rounded up the best month-by-month guide to the flower festivals of the Northwest. Catch one or a few and you’ll discover one of the region’s favorite treasures.
March 2025 Flower Festivals in the Northwest
Photo by Brandie Robbins
La Conner Daffodil Festival
La Conner, WA
All of March, 2025
Over 500 acres of daffodils burst into bloom in LaConner in March, transforming the valley with a field of sunshine. Few places can rival the Skagit Valley for the spring display it puts on. There’s also plenty of small-town charm, unique lodging, and natural beauty to enjoy, as well as daffodil-centric events and exhibits.
Photo by Avery Nielsen-Webb
Cherry Blossom Day at the Capital
Salem, OR
March 15, 2025
Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol is held in early spring when the cherry trees around the Oregon State Capitol bloom in stunning shades of pink and white. The event celebrates both the beauty of the cherry blossoms and the impact of the Japanese culture on the state of Oregon. Visitors can stroll through the Capitol Mall, take photos under the blooming trees, and enjoy performances, cultural exhibits, and activities that celebrate both Japanese and Oregonian traditions. The family-friendly event takes place from 11 am to 3pm and features live music, dance performances, and hands-on activities such as calligraphy demonstrations and origami workshops.
Photo by Cole Keister
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Woodburn, OR
Late March through Early May, 2025
March 22, 2025 – Tulip Trail Run
April 19, 2025 – Tasting in the Tulips
April 26, 2025 – Paws for a Cause 3k fun run for the American Cancer Society
Visitors come from all over the world to see millions of tulips in bloom across 40 acres of fields. This family farm has been growing tulips since 1975 and they create a fun visit for tulip fans with field tours, kids rides, and hot air balloon rides. Plus, on the weekends you can catch a wooden-shoe-making demonstration, steam tractor demonstrations, and local kite flyers.
April 2025 Flower Festivals in the Northwest
Photo by Julian Majer
The Daffodil Festival
Tacoma, WA
April 5, 2025 – Grand Floral Parade
April 13, 2025 – Daffodil Marine Parade
April 26, 2025 Junior Daffodil Parade
Though once-abundant daffodil fields have yielded to new crops and industries in Pierce County, the golden bloom remains a symbol of the community in this festival that originated in 1934. Community parades feature floats adorned with cheerful yellow daffodils.
Photo by Carla Christian
Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival
Seattle, WA
April 11-13, 2025
Sakura, the cherry blossom, is considered the national flower of Japan and it’s bloom is a celebration of life and beauty. The Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival was initiated by a gift of 1,000 cherry trees from Japan’s prime minister. Join in hanami–cherry blossom viewing–and learn about Japanese dance, martial arts, and music, games, arts, and traditional ceremonies.
Pear Blossom Festival
Medford, OR
April 11-12, 2025
Since 1954, Medford has been celebrating the spring blossom season of the pear orchards. This beloved spring tradition celebrating the region’s rich agricultural history, especially its pear orchards. The festival features a parade, street fair, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities, bringing the community together for a weekend of fun and local pride.
Photo by Carla Christian
Hilda Kluger Lilac Days
Woodland, WA
April 19-May 11, 2025
The Hilda Kluger Lilac Gardens is a National Historic Site anchored by the 1800s home of famed lilac developer Hulda Klager. Today, the restored property hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty of lilacs in bloom. Hulda’s farmhouse, the barn/museum, and the gift shop are only open during Lilac Days. You can stroll through the gardens and select your favorite lilac from the plant sale.
Newberg Camellia Festival
Newberg, OR
April 12, 2025
The city of Newberg celebrates the city’s official flower with a day of cultural performances, art, and family-friendly activities. The festival features a 5K run, a tea ceremony, and a variety of vendors selling camellia plants and local goods.
Washington State Apple Blossom Festival
Wenatchee, WA
April 24-May 4, 2025
Apples are the state crop of Washington, and while the central valley of apple orchards is in bloom, the community celebrates the region’s rich apple growing heritage. Held each spring, the festival features a grandparade, live entertainment, a carnival, a car show, and a food fair showcasing local flavors.
Photo by Brandie Robbins
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
Skagit County, WA
All of April, 2025
Occurring throughout April, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival draws visitors from around the world to see stunning fields of tulips in full bloom. Visitors can enjoy scenic drives, art shows, and local events like a parade and a street festival. Photo buffs of all levels can showcase their creativity in the month-long photo contest. The festival spans multiple gardens and fields across the beautiful Skagit Valley. Explore gardens like RoozenGaarde, Tulip Town, Garden Rosalyn, Tulip Valley Farms and Skagit Acres to see tulip varieties and displays.
Photo by Adelman Peony Gardens
Adelman Peony Gardens Open House
Salem, OR
April 26-June 15, 2025
Visitors to the Adelman Peony Gardens Open House can explore aacres of breathtaking peony blooms in peak season. Stroll through 30 acres of production fields and the two acre display garden, take photos, and purchase your favorite peonies for your vase or garden. The event is free, pet-friendly, and picnics are encouraged.
May 2025 Flower Festivals in the Northwest
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Rhodies on the River – The Florence Rhododendron Festival
Florence, OR
May 15-18, 2025
Rhodies on the River celebrates the beauty of rhododendrons along the Siuslaw River with a weekend-long festival in charming Florence, Oregon. The festival features stunning floral displays, local art, and community activities, highlighting Florence’s connection to these vibrant blooms. Enjoy carnival thrills, classic cars, and parades in the fresh coastal air.
Jefferson County Rhody Festival
Port Townsend, WA
May 14-18, 2025
Rhododendrons are especially well suited to the mild, wet climate of the Northwest, Relish Rhodies in full bloom and celebrate with events like a Grand Parade plus parades for the pets and kids, bed races, the Rhody Run, and a golf tournament.
Spokane Lilac Festival
Spokane, WA
May 10-17, 2025
While its early days were the inspiration of local garden clubs, the Spokane Lilac Festival has expanded to also honor the many military personnel who serve in the region. The festival features a parade, luncheons, a street marketplace, local brews, and a car show. Don’t miss the fragrance and beauty of lilacs in bloom at Spokane’s beloved Manito Park Lilac Garden.
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Shreiner’s Iris Garden
Salem, OR
May 9 – June 1, 2025
May 18, 2025 – Family Day
May 24 – 26, 2025 – Annual Artist Fair
Over a hundred years ago, the Schreiner family narrowed in on Oregon’s fertile Willamette Valley as an ideal location to grow the irises their father had so carefully collected and cultivated and created a farm that has now been tended by four generations. At this year’s celebration of the Iris, you can explore the expansive display gardens and fields of irises at Shreiner’s Iris Garden as well as enjoy a cut flower show, local food trucks and wineries, and historical displays. Family day features special activities for the kids, and the artist fair showcases the work of local artists.
Photo by Carla Christian
Portland Rose Festival
Portland, OR
May 23-June 7, 2025
The Portland Rose Festival is one of Portland’s most beloved events. The City of Roses has been celebrating its official flower for 118 years with fireworks, parades, a vibrant carnival, and a cherished community tradition of electing royalty. During Fleet Week, the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and Royal Canadian Navy dock along the Willamette riverfront and open their ships for tours to the public. Be sure to visit the International Rose Test Garden in Washington Park to see over 10,000 rose bushes in 650 varieties.
July 2025 Flower Festivals in the Northwest
Willamette Valley Lavender Festival & Plein Air Art Show
Newberg, OR
July 12-13, 2025
The fragrant scent of lavender is renowned for its ability to sooth and relax, and it’s popular in organic skin potions and inventive foods alike. This regional celebration of lavender, art, food, and crafts brings local lavender growers and the community together. You can purchase distinctive lavender products, fresh-cut lavender, and lavender plants from local farms as well as stroll the plein air art show. Sample local flavors from food trucks will augment their regular menus with specialty lavender-infused food and beverage options.
From Sequim Lavender Festival
Sequim Lavender Festival
Sequim, WA
July 18-July 20, 2025
The lovely lavender proffers a most intoxicating scent and planted in a blanket across the fields it’s a sight to behold. Celebrate all things lavender in the small-town charm of Sequim, Washington. You can enjoy live music and food and browse hundreds of vendors at the Festival in the Park. Take a farm tour, pick your own lavender, watch on-farm demonstrations, and take home a lavender treasure from our dozens of area farms.
August 2025 Flower Festivals in the Northwest
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Swan Island Dahlia Festival
Canby, OR
August – September
The last flower to bloom in the garden is many people’s favorites – the irresistible dahlia. You won’t believe the sheer variety of kinds you can grow, and their nonstop bloom from midsummer until the first frost will keep the color going in your garden. Every Wednesday through Sunday in August and September, Swan Island Dahlias opens their 50 acres of dahlia fields to visitors. You can wander through almost 50 acres of dahlias with over 375 varieties in a rainbow of colors. The festival offers food carts, live music, classes, and, of course, dahlias, both fresh-cut and ordered for spring delivery.
