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Exploring the Night Bloom at Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

As the chill of winter departs, the arrival of spring draws visitors to the vibrant Skagit Valley in Washington, where the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival celebrates the season with a breathtaking display of tulips throughout April.

This festival attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists eager to immerse themselves in an ocean of color. However, many of these visitors are unaware of the enchanting experiences that await after sundown. After the tulips close their petals for the night, Tulip Valley Farms transforms into a magical venue with its unique Night Bloom event.

Regarded as the only nighttime tulip experience in the United States, Night Bloom changes the landscape of the farm into a captivating vision, illuminated by soft lights that weave through the rows of tulips. This enchanting setting is designed to evoke wonder and delight among attendees.

“What sets Night Bloom apart is its unparalleled nature; it’s a distinctive experience unlike anything else in the country,” Andrew Miller, CEO and founder of Tulip Valley Farms, explained in a statement to Travel + Leisure. “Visitors travel from across the globe to see our tulips, often opting to stay locally. We wanted to enhance their experience by offering a nighttime activity that adds value to their visit.”

This year, the festival introduces an exciting black-light garden, where guests can stroll amidst glowing, black-light-activated tulip pollen. Edison lights strung between trees create a fairytale ambiance, complemented by interactive “stomp lights.” Attendees can enjoy visual treats of lasers and light displays that ripple over the tulip fields, all accompanied by live music from local artists, enhancing the sensory experience.

The Night Bloom event is essential for anyone eager to witness the stunning tulip fields of Skagit Valley through a new, almost otherworldly perspective. It combines the allure of the flowers with a vibrant atmosphere. For those who enjoy their night experience, returning to Tulip Valley Farms by day is a perfect option. During daylight hours, it remains the only u-pick tulip field at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and is recognized as the largest u-pick option on the West Coast.

Miller further elaborated on the significance of Night Bloom, stating, “This event revolutionizes how people perceive the tulips and provides a fresh approach to enjoying the brief blooming period at Tulip Valley Farms. It’s reminiscent of historical Turkish tulip celebrations that featured candlelit accents illuminating the blooms, creating a spellbinding environment. As we say there’s nothing like it beneath the sun, we’re also affirming its uniqueness under the moonlight! It’s a festive way to honor the arrival of spring.”

Night Bloom is located just west of Mt. Vernon, Washington, and takes place every Friday and Saturday night during the festival from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets for this extraordinary experience can be purchased at tulipvalleyfarms.ticketspice.com.

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