Spring is here despite the snow and cold which means Holland’s Tulip Time is right around the corner! A long-established tradition for not only West Michigan but the world, Tulip Time helps Hollanders and others alike remember the area’s Dutch roots. This year’s celebration is set for the second week of May from the 7th through the 14th. Starting with a 5k/10k run and ending with fireworks Tulip time has something for the whole family.
Did you know??
- Tulip time started in 1928 to celebrate the area’s Dutch heritage. Only during WW2 did they discontinue the major festivities and only held a small flower show and music.
- They first purchased 100,000 tulip bulbs from the Netherlands to plant around the city. They now have 4.5 million planted around the greater Holland area.
- The festival activity of Klompen dancing started with just 12 dancers and has grown over the years to 1,000.
If you want to track the progress of the Holland Tulips you can visit the tulip tracker at http://www.cityofholland.com/parksandcemeteries/tulip-tracker-centennial-park
Windmill Island is a special place during Tulip Time. The island is 36 acres with 150,000 tulips and a working 250-year-old windmill.
For more information on the parades, dancing, food, and tulips visit: http://www.tuliptime.com/
submitted by Autumn
