Spring has officially sprung, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by wandering through 35 acres of breathtaking tulip fields at the Abbotsford Lakeland Flowers Tulip Festival! Located at 3663 Marion Rd, Abbotsford, BC, this floral paradise is open from dawn to dusk.

Whether you’re a flower enthusiast, a photographer looking for the perfect shot, or just someone who loves soaking in nature’s beauty, this festival has something for everyone. Stroll through millions of tulips, snap photos at unique installations like golden pathways, swings, and canoes, and enjoy live piano performances and painting sessions on select evenings.

Feeling hungry? Food trucks are stationed on-site daily, serving up delicious bites to keep you fueled for your adventure. While there’s free parking, it’s highly recommended to purchase tickets online in advance for reduced pricing and to secure your spot.

Plan to spend at least a couple of hours (1.5 – 2 hours) here to fully immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and festive atmosphere. And if you’re looking for more floral magic, don’t forget—after the tulip season ends, Lakeland Flowers continues to bloom with peonies, lupins, meadow flowers, and lavender until July 1st.

A Colorful Overview

The Lakeland Flower Farm Tulip Festival is a celebration of nature’s beauty, offering visitors a chance to stroll through endless rows of tulips in every shade imaginable. The festival kicks off in April and runs through Mother’s Day in May, making it the perfect springtime outing

About Lakeland Flower Farm

Lakeland Flowers is a third-generation farm nestled in the unceded Stó:lō territory of the Semá:th First Nation. The farm is known for its dedication to growing seasonal blooms, including daffodils, peonies, lavender, and meadow flowers. The tulip festival is just the beginning of a three-month floral showcase that continues with peonies and lavender until July 1st

How to Get There

Located at 3663 Marion Rd, Abbotsford, BC, Lakeland Flower Farm is easily accessible by car. If you’re coming from Vancouver, it’s about a one-hour drive. The farm is also within reach of BC ferry terminals, Canada/U.S. border crossings, and the Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)

Hours of Operation

The festival is open from dawn until dusk, allowing visitors to enjoy the tulip fields in the soft morning light or during golden hour in the evening. The festival is open from dawn until dusk, allowing visitors to enjoy the tulip fields in the soft morning light or during golden hour in the evening

Ticket Rate & Passes:

Lakeland Flowers offers single-day tickets and season passes. Prices vary depending on the day, with weekday tickets being more affordable than weekend passes. Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online for discounted rates and guaranteed entry.

What to Expect at the Festival

Beyond the stunning tulip fields, the festival features food trucks, live music, and unique photo opportunities. You’ll find golden pathways, giant Dutch shoes, swings, bicycles, and viewing platforms to capture the perfect Instagram-worthy shot.

Accessibilty and Parking

The farm offers free onsite parking, making it easy for visitors to arrive without hassle. While the fields are wheelchair accessible, guests should be prepared for uneven terrain and check the weather conditions before visiting.

Best Time to Visit

Tulips bloom depending on weather conditions, but mid-April to early May is typically the best time to see them at their peak. If you want to avoid crowds, consider visiting on a weekday morning for a more peaceful experience.

Other Festivals at Lakeland

The tulip festival is just the beginning! After the tulips fade, Lakeland Flowers transitions into peony, lupin, meadow flower, and lavender season, offering visitors a chance to experience three months of floral beauty. If you are a local or you missed the Tulip season, check out these upcoming flower blooms.

Final Tips

• Wear comfortable appropriate shoes for the weather—you’ll be walking a lot! Checkthe weather before going so that you can wear appropriate shoes.
• Bring a camera or use your phone camera—the views are spectacular.

• Check the bloom status online or check other people post for a most recent status before heading out
• Pack a picnic or enjoy the food trucks on-site.
• Visit early to avoid the crowd – photos are better without all the people in the background

My Experience Visiting the Festival

It was Easter long weekend and the second week of the Tulip Festival. I was initially planning to visit the opening week but the field forecat shows a lot of the Tulips are not yet open. I decided to wait one more week. This also gave me time to see other people post so I know the current situation.

It was a good decision to wait another week, the onlt downside was that it was a long weekend and so the place was busy. Me anticipating the busy day, I decided to go for an early visit. They open as early as 6:00AM for the sunrise entry and then regular entry starts at 8:00AM which was the one that I did.

It was a good decision as there was not too many people yet. The field not being too busy and packed with people gave the early bird visitors like me to get a better photo with less people in teh background. I know with teh technology right now you can remove people or anything from that background taht you do not like but why do through that hassle. I am an early morning pwrson anyway and I alwasy like starting early so no problem at all.

The farm is 35 acres but not all areas are planted with Tulips ( as expected) but they do have a large area with Tulips which was more than enough. They have set-up photo areas adding some props for people to have their photo take. There were swing, canoe, benches, a piano (yes, there was a piano stationed in the field!) and a platform where you can go up to have a better view.

The Tulips were beautiful and mesmerizing as always. The diffeent type, shapes and color when mixed together look so stunning. I wish we can have them longer. Unfortunately, this festival last only up to May 11. On the brighter side, Tulips may be done by that time but this farm will also have Sunflower, Lavender and Wild Flower Festival so there is no shortage of flowers up to until September.

The entrance fee was 16CAD as I did it on a Holiday. If you are tight on budget, doing it on regular weekday cost on 10CAD. This is a better option especially if you are visiting with family.

I enjoyed my visit andI think the place not being too crowded at that time helped a lot. I was able to take good photos and videos although visitors were not allowed to go in between the Tulip field, staying in the walking path is more than enough to get a good shot.

It only took me 1.5 hours to finish the visit which was as I had planned. There were food trucks in teh site but they have not opened yet by the time that I was done. They opened 11:00AM and I was done by 10:00AM. I skipped the food truck as I have another place to visit, another Tulip farm acually and they have food trucks there too.

Side Trip To Add

If you have more time and want to maximize the visit in the area, head to Harison Tulip festival in Chiliwack, BC. This is only 30 minutes away from Lakeland Flower Farm. This has bigger area (40 acres) but the the entrance fee is more expensive (22CAD). I highly recommend coming early as this place gets packed with more people. I will have a separate blog post and video for this so stay tune for that.

Is it Worth It

Overall, I think it is a worth day trip activity if you are looking for something to pass time. It is only an hour away from Vancouver and the ticket is not that expensive.

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