It’s once more that special season — the beginning of the 96th annual Tulip Time Festival.
The City of Holland provides an eight-day festival to enjoy the beauty of spring, the allure of Dutch culture, and the city itself.
Thousands upon thousands of tulips can be seen, accompanied by an extensive array of events such as flower arrangement workshops, guided strolls, and traditional Dutch dancing instruction sessions.
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“I have visited Tulip Time throughout my entire life,” stated Maya Sneller, who was at the festival.
Although numerous people attend to see the vibrant tulips in bloom, the festival provides a plethora of opportunities beyond that, particularly for entrepreneurs.
For local businesses, springtime not only brings beautiful weather but also signals the start of the tourist season.
Some of our most profitable days occur during the Tulip Time festival,” said Michaela Walzer, a sales associate at Laurel & Jack Boutique. “We see an influx of customers.
A lot of stores in downtown Holland depend significantly on tourists who visit this lakeside town during the summertime attracted by its lovely beaches and famously colorful tulips. This information comes from Mandy Rastello, a sales associate working at Silver Fox II Jewelry.
It sort of marks the beginning of our season,” Rastello stated. “This is when we get to see large crowds of individuals from every corner of the globe.
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Rastello informed News Channel 3 that they’ve had visitors from Australia come by this year, each one taking home a part of Michigan.
Jewelry is simply an appealing item to acquire; it’s compact, portable, or simple to pack,” explained Rastello. “Later, when you wear that piece of jewelry once more, it reminds you of your experiences and your journey to Holland.
The festival attracts individuals for various reasons. Be it the fresh merchandise or the chance to take memorable photos, countless visitors have numerous opportunities to pause and appreciate the flowers.
I have a fondness for tulips,” remarked festival-goer Anna Elmore. “They happen to be my favorite flowers, and I simply enjoy witnessing the city come alive with blooms.
The Tulip Time festival runs through May 10, with some special events scheduled for May 11.
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