Festival Events

Date(s):
Fri, May 8 - 11am & 1pm

Experience the national flair and talent of professional Crying! No not tears, period dressed vocal artists “crying” a decree most often begins with “hear ye hear ye”. Cryers from across the world will be in attendance to compete for best performance.

Price: Free

Date(s):
Tue, May 5 - 10am-6pm
Wed, May 6 - 10am-6pm
Thu, May 7 - 10am-6pm
Fri, May 8 - 10am-6pm
Sat, May 9 - 10am-6pm

Enjoy the largest selection of traditional Dutch food in town! The Marktplaats features genuine Dutch arts and crafts, souvenirs, lace, music, Klompen dancers and more. Just the place to visit to take a little piece of the Netherlands home with you. Enjoy live performances from Moederleet on Tuesday and Wednesday, and the Town Crier Competition on Friday. FREE admission.

Price: Free

Date(s):
Sat, May 2 - 9am-5pm
Mon, May 4 - 9am-5pm
Tue, May 5 - 9am-5pm
Wed, May 6 -9am-5pm
Thu, May 7 - 9am-8pm
Fri, May 8 - 9am-5pm
Sat, May 9 - 9am-12pm

Enjoy over 100 handmade quilts by local artisans. The quilt show is an annual favorite with new and antique quilts each year. Vote for your favorite!

Price: Admission $5. 13 & under FREE!

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Groups of 15 or more please call 1.800.822.2770 to purchase tickets.

Date(s):
Sat, May 2 - 9am-5pm
Sun, May 3 - 11am-5pm
Mon, May 4 - 9:30am-4:30pm
Tue, May 5 - 9:30am-4:30pm
Wed, May 6 - 9am-11:30am
Thu, May 7 - 9am-11:30am
Fri, May 8 - 9am-4:30pm
Sat, May 9 - 9am-11am

An entertaining introduction to the Tulip Time Festival and Holland provided by a friendly, Dutch costumed guide. Travel through tulip lanes, Holland’s historic district, beautiful city parks and a unique downtown area. Tickets are sold on a same-day basis, beginning 30 minutes prior to the first run. Tickets are available only from the Trolley Booth, located on the northeast corner of Centennial Park. Trolleys only run during the morning on parade days. Tours depart approximately every half hour and are 75 minutes in length. Some Trolleys are handicapped accessible.

Please note: In the event that the Kinderparade is postponed to Friday, Trolleys will only run 9-11:30 am on Friday, May 8.

Price: Adults $13 Children (under 12) $6. Children under 5 not suggested for tour.

Date(s):
Sat, May 3 - 10:30am & 12:30pm & 2:30pm

Dutch folk tales come alive with storytellers from Dutch History Live. These storytellers have traveled nationally, entertaining audiences of all ages with educational, interactive, and humorous stories.

www.dutchhistorylive.com

Price: Free

Date(s):
Fri, May 1 - 5pm-11pm
Sat, May 2 - 9am-11pm
Sun, May 3 - 12pm-9pm
Mon, May 4 - 2pm-9pm
Tue, May 5 - 2pm-9pm
Wed, May 6 - 11am-2pm & 3:30-10pm
Thu, May 7 - 11am-2pm & 3:30-10pm
Fri, May 8 - 11am-11pm
Sat, May 9 - 9am-2pm & 4-11pm

A world of fun in the heart of Tulip Time. Rides, games and food galore! Minimum ticket purchase required at gate.

Date(s):
Sat, May 2 - 9am-5pm
Sun, May 3 - 11am-5pm

Located in the center of town, over 130 exhibitors provide a variety of fine arts and original crafts.

Date(s):
May 1 - starting at 6:30pm

Enjoy live music and a wonderful fireworks display!
Raindate: Saturday, May 2

-Live Band 6:30-10pm
-Fireworks 10pm
-Live Band 10:30-11pm

Price: Free

Date(s):
Sat, May 2 - 10am-6pm
Sun, May 3 - 12pm-6pm

Family fun for children of all ages! Musical entertainment, arts, crafts, animals, petting zoo and much more!

Price: Children 2-12 $6. Adults FREE!

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