Tulip Time is one of our favorite times of the year—for good reason! There’s a lot to be excited about, from walking in the tulip fields to plays, dances, and carnivals. However, we know that all of the fun Tulip Time activities can sometimes feel overwhelming. So, we’ve put together this 2026 Tulip Time Itinerary to help you navigate all of the events.
NOTE: You don’t need a ticket to visit Holland, MI, or see acres of tulips throughout the city. However, several special Tulip Time events and activities listed below will require you to purchase tickets in advance, so be sure to plan ahead.
Whether you spend a day in Holland or a week, here are our day-to-day recommendations for Tulip Time this year!
Tanglewood Winery is just a few miles from Downtown Holland, and we’re joining in on the Tulip Time fun with special hours and a sweet deal!
Tasting Room Hours:
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Friday, May 1: 2-9 PM
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Saturday, May 2: 1-9 PM
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Tuesday-Thursday, May 5-7: 3-8 PM
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Friday, May 8: 2-9 PM
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Saturday, May 9: 1-9 PM
Tulip Time Special:
Enjoy 20% OFF all blueberry wines to-go!
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If you would like a more extensive list of the Tulip Time activities and their details, check out https://www.tuliptime.com/events.
Friday, May 1:
Carnival | 5-11 PM
Carnival Midway is bringing only their best rides for Tulip Time! It’s the perfect place to let your kids get out some of their energy. Be sure to visit www.skerbeck.com for the 2026 daily schedule and wristband/ticket information. (Location: Civic Center Lot)
Wristbands: $30 on week nights and $35 on weekends
Individual tickets: $1.50 each, or buy a sheet of 50 for $60
Love Story - A Tribute to Taylor Swift | 7-8:30 PM
Experience one of the top Taylor Swift tribute acts in North America! Rikki Lee Wilson is sure to impress, with a fantastic live band, amazing costumes, and all of Taylor Swift’s biggest hits. There’s also a FREE meet and greet in the lobby after the show! (Location: Holland Civic Center)
Get Your Tickets: $45 for adults & $30 for 12 & under
Wine Tasting & the PAC Pizzeria Food Truck | 2-9 PM
A full day of fun activities can take it out of you! So, if you are looking for a relaxing place to rest your mind and your feet, join us at the Tasting Room. We have over 20 wines for you to choose from, including our collection of limited-release wines that you can ONLY get at Tanglewood.
Need a bite to eat? The PAC Pizzeria Food Truck will be joining us from 4-8 PM. Stop by, and you might just find your new favorite wine! (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
Saturday, May 2:
Tulip Time Run | 8 AM-12 PM
Experience the beauty of Holland as you run through the tulip-lined streets! The Tulip Time Run offers an event for everyone — a 5K, 10K, and Kids’ Fun Run. Register and learn more. (Location: Kollen Park)
Wine Tasting & the Wok Me Up Food Truck | 1-9 PM
Take a load off with wine and mouthwatering rice bowls! Wok Me Up will be serving food from 4-8 PM. (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
Elton Rohn | 7-9 PM
Sing along to the classics at “the best Elton John tribute in the world!” This show has been known to sell out, so grab your tickets fast! (Location: Holland Civic Center)
Get Your Tickets: $45 per person
Sunday, May 3:
Tulip Time Makers Market | 10 AM-5 PM
Shop from over 250 vendors and enjoy only handmade, original work. It’s FREE to attend! (Location: Ottawa County Fairgrounds)
Dutch Dance Lessons | 4-4:30 PM or 4:30-5 PM
Give this rich Dutch tradition a try at the stunning Centennial Park! Free and great for all ages, learn the same dance moves that have been passed down for generations. (Location: Centennial Park)
Monday, May 4:
Art in Bloem Fine Art Exhibit | 10 AM-5 PM
Come and enjoy the work of the top 20 finalists in Tulip Time's 2026 Bloem artwork competition! FREE to attend. (Location: Holland Area Arts Council)
Photo Walk at the Tulip Immersion Garden | 7-8 AM
For those who love photography, this is the perfect time to visit one of Holland’s top tourist attractions during hours when there are no or limited crowds. Local photographer, Jeff Genova, will be your guide and teacher during this one-hour class. (Location: Beechwood Church)
Get Your Tickets: $35 per person
Tuesday, May 5:
Historic Walking Tours | Multiple Times Available
Follow a costumed guide on a 1-hour and 15-minute walking tour! You’ll see many of the tulip displays and find numerous photo opportunities along the way. (Location: Window on the Waterfront)
Get Your Tickets: $35 per person.
Wine Tasting at Tanglewood Winery | 3-8 PM
Try a wine flight at our Tasting Room! Just choose four Tanglewood wines to sample and let us know which one is your favorite. All of our wines are Michigan-made, full of fruit, and free of artificial flavors or fillers. (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
Wednesday, May 6:
Wine Tasting & the Waffle Stix Food Truck | 3-8 PM
Our Tasting Room has a variety of options for wine lovers to choose from—from drink types to quantities. Here are just a few things you can find: Full or half pours of wine & port, bottles & cases of wine, growlers, tasting flights, and wine slushies.
And that’s not all!—The Waffle Stix food truck will be joining us from 4-8 PM! (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
FiddleFire! | 7-8:30 PM
FiddleFire will be performing for their 13th year at Tulip Time. They are known for their exceptional talent, humor, and charm in addition to their fiddles, guitar, bass, mandolin, dulcimer, accordion, and even the bones! Feel like part of the family during this show full of foot stomping and light-hearted storytelling. (Location: Central Wesleyan Church)
Get Your Tickets: $35 per person
Thursday, May 7:
Gentex Kinderparade | 2-4 PM
The Kinderparade is a time-honored favorite during Tulip Time. Elementary school children will line up with their teachers and school administrators in full costume and march together through downtown Holland. Dozens of bands from West Michigan middle and high schools will showcase their talents as well! (Location: 8th Street)
While the parade is free to attend, you can also purchase premium seating.
Get Your Tickets: $22 for Market Place Seating and Grandstand Seating
Wine Tasting & the Coast Out Food Truck | 3-8 PM
Wrap up your day of festivities at the perfect place to wind down and cool off! Grab a glass of wine from 3-8 PM and some sandwiches at the Coast Out Truck from 4-8 PM. (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
The Texas Tenors | 7-8:30 PM
Come out for a blend of country, classical, Broadway, and pop music performed by the Texas Tenors, one of the most successful music groups from America’s Got Talent! This is a show you won’t want to miss. (Location: Central Wesleyan Church)
Get Your Tickets: $45 per person
Friday, May 8:
Tulip Immersion Garden | 8 AM-5 PM
See World-renowned Dutch horticulturist, Ibo Gülsen's stunning display of over 65,000 tulips in three raised and immersive displays. (Location: Beechwood Church)
Get Your Tickets: $15 for adults, $5 for children 3-12 years, and children under 2 are FREE. Tickets are sold for 1-hour, on-the-hour time slots.
Tulip Time Quilt Show | 10 AM-5 PM
Enjoy looking at a display of over 100 intricate quilts, wall hangings, and art quilts created by local artists. You can also purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind quilt! (Location: Midtown Center)
Get Your Tickets: $11 per person
Wine Tasting & the Kitchen 55 Food Truck | 2-9 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening! Not only will we have all of your favorite wines, but we will also have the Kitchen 55 Food Truck with us from 4-8 PM. Expect a night full of food, friends, and fun! (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
Michael Carbonaro | 7-9 PM
Ready for a night of magic and comedy? Michael Carbonaro, from the hit TruTV series The Carbonaro Effect, offers a show that’s sure to make you laugh and cheer. Perfect for all ages! (Location: Central Wesleyan Church)
Get Your Tickets: $55 per person or $100 per person for exclusive access
Saturday, May 9:
Quality Car Wash Volksparade | 2-4 PM
Come and see dozens of bands from West Michigan middle and high schools showcase their talents! This event is popular with residents and visitors alike (Parade Route: 8th Street from Columbia to Kollen Park).
While the parade is free to attend, you can also purchase premium seating.
Get Your Tickets: $22 for Market Place Seating and Grandstand Seating
Wine Tasting, Two Bones BBQ & Live Music | 1-9 PM
Sit, sip, dine, and listen to some live music with us after your fun-filled day! Enjoy wine stems from 1-9 PM, Two Bones BBQ from 4-8 PM, and Mark Pawlak’s live performance from 5-8 PM. (Location: Tanglewood Winery)
FIREWORKS! | 5:30-11 PM
Don’t miss the FREE grand finale of the 2026 Tulip Time Festival! Come early to enjoy the activities, music, and food leading up to the start of the fireworks. (Location: Kollen Park; display starts at dusk.)
Sunday, May 10:
Tulip Time VIP Tours | Multiple Times Available
Celebrate Tulip Time’s 97th festival with a costumed guide to learn more about Holland's history. During this 7-hour tour, you can expect lunch, an exclusive look at the Windmill Island Gardens, the Tulip Immersion Garden, a city tour, and a ride to Holland State Park to see Big Red! (Location: Beechwood Church)
Get Your Tickets: $165 per person. Perfect for all ages!
Carnival | 1-8 PM
Carnival Midway is bringing only their best rides for Tulip Time! It’s the perfect place to let your kids get out some of their energy. Be sure to visit www.skerbeck.com for the 2026 daily schedule and wristband/ticket information. (Location: Civic Center Lot)
Wristbands: $30 on week nights and $35 on weekends
Individual tickets: $1.50 each, or buy a sheet of 50 for $60
Have Fun!
Whatever your Tulip Time Itinerary ends up looking like, we hope you have fun, enjoy the celebrations, and get the chance to visit us at the Tasting Room during our special Tulip Time hours:
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Friday, May 1: 2-9 PM
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Saturday, May 2: 1-9 PM
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Tuesday-Thursday, May 5-7: 3-8 PM
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Friday, May 8: 2-9 PM
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Saturday, May 9: 1-9 PM
Live further away? No problem! Consider joining our Wine Club. When you’re a part of the Wine Club, all you have to do is put your feet up and let exclusive bottles of wine come to you, no matter where you are in Michigan. Uncork and unwind.
