Daffodil festival in La Conner WA - Greater Seattle on the Cheap

Since 2015, the town of La Conner has been the official host of an Annual Daffodil Festival, which takes place during the month of March. The fields of Skagit County burst into bloom with daffodils, a month ahead of the more famous tulips. Daffodil crops are grown on a three-year cycle, compared with an annual rotation for tulips. So, the daffodil fields you will see in bloom are three years old.

2020 update.
Public health experts and Washington governor Jay Inslee have asked Roosengarde to do their part to help stop the spread of Coronavirus. Following these recommendations, they have made the difficult decision to close the flower fields to the public until further notice.
PLEASE STAY HOME AND STOP THE SPREAD!
During spring 2020, flower images, video content, learning opportunities, and more will be shared on the RoozenGaarde Facebook page during the closure and through the spring.
Whether this continues for a couple weeks or through the spring, we understand there will be frustration and disappointment from many. But the primary concern is for the safety, health and well-being of employees, visitors, and the Skagit Community.

Daffodil fields in La Conner, WA. DepositPhotos.com

The La Conner Daffodil Festival is a relative newcomer to the Pacific Northwest flower festivals scene. The Daffodil Parade in Pierce County began in 1934 and the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in 1984, both of which take place in April. But during the month of March, you can get an early jump on spring with a drive north to the Skagit Valley to see some of the nearly 500 acres (about 100 more acres than tulips) of the cheerful yellow narcissus blooms, aka daffodils.

Make a day of it and plan to enjoy other events and activities in the La Conner waterfront village, including restaurants, music, shopping in specialty stores, and more. All month long you will find the Kiwanis and Boy Scouts selling daffodils around La Conner–so plan to take a bouquet home.

Before you explore the flower fields, stop by the La Conner Visitor Center (413 Morris St) where you’ll find lots of helpful brochures and maps to make your day complete.

Daffodil Bloom Map

As with the tulips in April, check the Roozengaarde BLOOM MAP to find out where daffodils are blooming on any given day:

Events and activities at the La Conner Daffodil Festival

February 29 – March 31, 2020. La Conner Daffodil Festival. Enjoy a self-guided driving trip through the fields of bright, yellow daffodils against the Skagit Valley sky with Mt. Baker as the backdrop. If this doesn’t cheer you up, no amount of coffee, wine, or chocolate will likely do it either. ‘Nuff said.

February 29,- March 15, 2020. Daffodil Fest Poster Art Show featuring the Daffodil Festival poster finalists. An artists reception will take place on February 29 from 4-6pm. Vote for your favorite! The winning artist will be announced March 31st, with a $150.00 prize and their art featured as the official image for the 2021 Daffodil Festival.

March 7, 2020. 2pm – 8pm. Dance lessons and Jazz Alley. Presented by La Conner Live. Celebrate daffodils with dance lessons from 2-7PM at Maple Hall and Jazz Alley with dancing from 630-8PM at Channel Lodge. Tickets: $15.

March 12, 2020. 5:30- 7:30pm. Ice Cream Social. Each year the La Conner Chamber of Commerce beautifies the town with Flower Baskets! Help keep that tradition “growing”. Enjoy a piece of pie, a dish of ice cream, or both! With live music and a silent auction.

March 21, 2020. 10AM-2PM. Dandy Daffodil Tweed Ride. What better way to enjoy the fields of blooming daffodils than a leisurely bicycle ride. Period attire is encouraged: corduroy pants, argyle stockings, and above all–a tweed jacket! The ride highlights some of the breath taking views of Skagit Valley at a very casual pace suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. The few mile loop will take roughly two hours (with stops) and ends where it begins. Tickets: $20. Discount: advance purchase $10-$15. More info or tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-dandy-daffodil-tweed-ride-registration-84651784767

Field of daffodils – DepostiPhotos.com

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