Events

2023 Tulip Festival

May 13 & May 14



The annual Albany Tulip Festival will be held in the historic Washington Park, the 81-acre "crown jewel" of the City on Saturday May 13th and Sunday May 14, 2023. Tulip Festival is Albany’s signature spring event. Featuring annual traditions rooted in the city’s rich Dutch heritage, nearly one hundred artisans selling their handmade crafts, a fine arts show, delicious food, the KidZone family fun destination, two stages of world-class live entertainment and more than 140,000 tulips in 150 different varieties, the Tulip Festival is a sparkling showcase of local culture and business. For GPS directions to the main park entrance, use 1 New Scotland Ave, Albany NY 12208

PARKING

Free Tulip Festival Parking Locations:

  • Elk Street parking lot, located behind the State Education Building. The pick-up location will be Elk and Hawk at the stop sign.
  • Eagle Street parking lot, located at the corner of Eagle Street and Madison Avenue

Paid Tulip Festival Parking Locations: 

Off-street parking for Tulipfest is available just a short walk from Washington park at the following ParkAlbany parking lots:

  • Parking Lot 2: Located at 72 Central Ave. (Between Central Ave. & Western Ave.)
  • Parking Lot 3: Located at 327 Washington Avenue. (At Washington and Lexington Ave.)
  • Parking Lot 4: Located at 124 Central Ave. (Between Central Ave. & Bradford St.

Parking at these locations is subject to fees, for more information please visit: www.parkalbany.com/find-parking

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

CDTA will provide complimentary shuttle service to Washington Park at these designated free parking locations. Shuttles will run every 20-25 minutes depending on traffic. All parking lots are free to use the weekend of Tulip Festival. For information on public transit to the park, visit www.cdta.org

VOLUNTEERS

This event is produced with the help of community volunteers and non-profits. Volunteers are still needed. Please contact us to be a part of this great experience. Call (518) 434-2032 or submit an application HERE

Special ground rules in effect:
No alcohol outside of designated beer garden area. No glass containers of any kind, recording of performances, animals or pets (excluding ADA-defined service animals). All City of Albany parks are now tobacco-free and marijuana-free. Security personnel reserve the right to inspect any bag, container or package and confiscate any prohibited or illegal items. Any type of recording of the performance or presentation is prohibited without prior written consent. All attendees should be prepared to present age identification at any time if they intend to consume alcohol. Ground rules are subject to change without notice; exceptions made for medical or childcare reasons may be addressed individually.


Schedule

4 May 2023 10:00am & 3:00pm
Tulip Tours

Tulip Tours

Learn more about the vast variety of flowers planted for Tulip Fest with City Gardener Jena Commerford. Free tours are limited & reservations are required; Call 518.434.2032 to reserve your place. (Weather permitting).

 More Info     Washington Park Tulip Beds

5 May 2023 10:00am & 3:00pm
Tulip Tours

Tulip Tours

Learn more about the vast variety of flowers planted for Tulip Fest with City Gardener Jena Commerford. Free tours are limited & reservations are required; Call 518.434.2032 to reserve your place. (Weather permitting).

 More Info     Washington Park Tulip Beds

10 May 2023 10:00am & 5:00pm
Tulip Tours

Tulip Tours

Learn more about the vast variety of flowers planted for Tulip Fest with City Gardener Jena Commerford. Free tours are limited & reservations are required; Call 518.434.2032 to reserve your place. (Weather permitting).

 More Info     Washington Park Tulip Beds

11 May 2023 10:00am & 5:00pm
Tulip Tours

Tulip Tours

Learn more about the vast variety of flowers planted for Tulip Fest with City Gardener Jena Commerford. Free tours are limited & reservations are required; Call 518.434.2032 to reserve your place. (Weather permitting).

 More Info     Washington Park Tulip Beds

12 May 2023 10:00am & 5:00pm
Tulip Tours

Tulip Tours

Learn more about the vast variety of flowers planted for Tulip Fest with City Gardener Jena Commerford. Free tours are limited & reservations are required; Call 518.434.2032 to reserve your place. (Weather permitting).

 More Info     Washington Park Tulip Beds

12 May 2023 12:00pm
Street Scrubbing

Street Scrubbing

The traditional Dutch ceremony of scrubbing the streets clean before a big celebration has served as the official kickoff to Tulip Festival weekend for over 70 years. This unique Albany event will include Mayor Kathy Sheehan’s Tulip Festival opening proclamation and a procession from City Hall.

 State and Lodge Streets

12 May 2023 12:30pm
Tulip Festival Luncheon

Tulip Festival Luncheon

A farewell and thank you to 2022 Albany Tulip Queen Sam Mills and their Court. Proceeds from the Tulip Festival Luncheon will benefit the Tulip Court’s educational programs via the Tulip Fund at the United Way for the Great Capital Region. Tickets required; email tulipluncheon@gmail.com!

 More Info     The Kenmore - 76 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207

13 May 2023 12:00pm
Tulip Queen Coronation

Tulip Queen Coronation

Mayor Sheehan & B95.5's Chad O'Hara crown the 2023 Albany Tulip Queen in this traditional highlight of Tulip Festival weekend. The Tulip Queen and her four Court members will work as a team year-round on local literacy programs and community service projects. Media sponsor: B95.5.

 Washington Park Lakehouse Stage

13 May 2023 2:00PM
Park Playhouse

Park Playhouse

Washington Park’s beloved theater group offers exciting sneak previews of their 2023 productions The Secret Garden and The Lightning Thief!

 Official Website     Price Chopper KidZone Stage

14 May 2023 9:00am - 10:00am
Yoga Fest with The Hot Yoga Spot

Yoga Fest with The Hot Yoga Spot

Yoga Fest! 9am -10am in the Washington Park Parade Grounds!

 More info     Main Stage

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The City of Albany, NY Office of Cultural Affairs plans, produces and co-sponsors an array of fairs, festivals, and concerts promoting art, entertainment and cultural interest for all ages. These special events are 100% underwritten by generous local and national sponsors.

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City of Albany Office of Cultural Affairs
City Hall - Room M252
Albany, NY 12207
P: (518) 434.2032

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