Check out the best flower events during Tulip Festival in Holland. Visit Keukenhof Gardens, the Dutch Flower Parade, the activities at flower farms and the best sightseeing tours along the tulip fields.
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Openings Weekend Keukenhof Gardens 2026
March 19, 2026 @ 8:00 am – March 22, 2026 @ 7:00 pm
Keukenhof Tulip Gardens will open on 19 March 2026 and welcome visitors until 10 May 2026. During this period, the park will be the ultimate destination to admire the breathtaking flowers of Holland. On the opening weekend of Keukenhof 2026, visitors can enjoy a spectacular display of blooms in both the indoor and outdoor gardens. To add even more festivity to the arrival of spring, Dutch music bands will perform on Saturday, 21 March, and Sunday, 22 March.
Flowering during opening weekend
Keukenhof Gardens is the perfect place to admire flowers in the Netherlands from the very first day of opening. While most tulip fields may not yet be in full bloom by the end of March, the first flower fields can already be enjoyed. Depending on the weather, the early tulips may also start to bloom.
Inside the flower park, it is mainly the early bloomers that take center stage. These include crocuses, daffodils, and early tulips. Please keep in mind that the blooming of spring flowers depends heavily on weather conditions. Stay up to date with our Flower Forecasts to track the latest blooming developments.
Indoor flower shows
In addition to the stunning outdoor flower gardens, Keukenhof offers a variety of spectacular indoor flower shows. Visitors can enjoy the following exhibitions during the opening weekend:
| Type of flowers | Location at Keukenhof |
|---|---|
| Tulip and Hyacinth show | Oranje Nassau Pavilion |
| Potted Bulb show (With a huge tulip show) | Willem-Alexander Pavilion |
| Anthurium & Orchid show | Beatrix Pavilion |
Tickets for Keukenhof Gardens 2026
When booking your Keukenhof Gardens tickets, you must choose a specific date and time slot for entry. In 2026, Keukenhof will operate with a limited number of tickets per day and time slot. To secure your preferred visit, book your tickets in advance!
If your preferred date and time are unavailable, it means tickets are sold out. However, you can still visit by booking a Tulip Festival Card or a combination ticket with the Keukenhof Shuttle bus from Amsterdam Centre, various Keukenhof day tours from Amsterdam, or public transport buses, which often offer more availability on different dates and times.
| Keukenhof 2026 tickets | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (18+) | € 21.00 | Available Nov 2025 |
| Kids (4-17) | € 9.00 | |
| Kids (0-3) | Free | |
| Day ticket parking | from € 9.00 | Available Nov 2025 |
| Shuttle bus from and to Amsterdam + Keukenhof Skip the line ticket | from € 39.50 | Book now |
| Tulip Festival Card + Skip the line ticket Keukenhof + Shuttle bus from and to Amsterdam + Tulip Festival Digital Guide + 1-hour Canal Cruise in Amsterdam | € 66.00 | Available Oct 2025 |
| Guided cycling tour of flower fields + 2,5 hours bike tour along the flower fields + Local English and Dutch speaking guide + Includes rental bike and helmet + visit to a real tulip farm | € 49.50 | Available Oct 2025 |
Sightseeing the most beautiful flower fields
During the opening weekend, not all flower fields will be in full bloom yet. However, you can still visit the most beautiful fields that are blooming at that time with a sightseeing tour. Choose from options such as a guided bicycle tour with a local expert, a self-guided Twizy tour, or an exciting Land Rover tour led by a local guide. These tours provide a unique way to experience the vibrant early spring flowers up close.
Hotel during opening weekend
The first weekend of Keukenhof is usually quieter compared to the busy month of April, allowing you to enjoy the park’s stunning flowers in a more relaxed atmosphere. An added benefit of visiting in March is that hotel prices are often significantly lower than in April. Check the latest availability and prices for hotels near Keukenhof below to plan your stay.
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Are you planning to visit the best (flower) activities in Holland? Make sure to check out the most populair activities:
- Everything you want to know about Keukenhof Gardens
- Check out our information about the Flower Parade in Holland
- Our top sightseeing tours for exploring the flower fields
- Buy Keukenhof quality tulip bulbs online and create your own tulip garden
- Check out our hotel tips for visiting Keukenhof and the tulip fields
- Stay informed about the blooming of the flowers in Holland with our free Flower Forecast 2026
- Want to experience the real thing? Visit a tulip farm in Holland
- See the best flower events during your visit to Holland? Check it out in our events calendar
- Our tips for the most populair tours in Amsterdam during your stay in Holland
- Get the most out of your visit with our tips for visiting Amsterdam
- Read more about the Tulip Festival Card
