April Travel

to the Skagit Valley

Skagit Valley is the place to be in April––the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival sets the tone for a month packed with festivities, from parades and art exhibits to bustling street fairs. 

And there’s more than just the festival this month. From farmers’ markets and fun runs to galleries and hiking trails, there’s something for everyone. Come make memories in Skagit Valley all month long!

Colorful rows of red, pink, and yellow tulips growing in wide farm fields with barns and hills visible in the distance.

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

Experience the magic of the largest tulip festival in North America! 

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival began as a two-day celebration in 1984 and has since grown into a month-long celebration across the valley, welcoming visitors from all over the world.  

There are four participating gardens, Garden RosalynRoozengaardeTulip Town, and Tulip Valley Farms, each offering their own unique experience.  

With diverse events and activities — including art shows, a tulip parade, and a street fair — you’re sure to find something delightful. 

Art exhibits

Many galleries host special displays in April as part of the tulip festival. Art in a Pickle Barn showcases the latest creations of local artistsand Tulip Festival poster gallery will feature all the beautiful poster art from past festivals.

Man visiting a Skagit Valley Art Museum
Vintage blue pickup truck filled with flower arrangements parked under a canopy at an outdoor market with vendors and shoppers nearby.

Activities

The 32nd Annual Spring Skagit County Fairgrounds Garage Sale is a must for any thrifting fans and antique lovers on the hunt for some great deals, while art markets such as the PNW Artisan Market and Valley Made Market bring makers and craftsmanship to the spotlight, with local crafts and goods for sale.  

Anacortes, known for its stunning nature views and coastal location on the Salish Sea, celebrates Earth Day each year with a parade and street fair. The festivities include community art workshops, music, and dance, all in celebration of the natural world.  

Outdoor Recreation

Take a look at upcoming sports tournaments and fun runs around the valley for easy ways to get out and get moving. Or slow things down with a scenic drive along Chuckanut Drive or Highway 20, where sweeping views of the North Cascades steal the show.  

There’s plenty of hiking trails in Skagit to explore as well as ways to experience wildlife, such as guided whale watching tours for an unforgettable day!  

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