Tulips popping up all over Oklahoma, and their beautiful colors make everyone happy spring is on the way! Tulips grow beautifully in Oklahoma, and that's why the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City will host its second annual Tulip Festival at the end of March.

This year's Tulip Festival will take place March 30 and 31 in downtown Oklahoma City on the grounds of the Myriad Botanical Gardens.

The tulips have already been blooming at the Myriad Botanical Gardens, and the colors are just breathtaking. Imagine seeing them in-person!

According to the event's webpage, attendees of the festival will be able to wander through the gardens and feast their eyes on 50,000 plus tulip blossoms. They'll also enjoy a weekend full of live music, shopping with local artisans and dining with local food trucks. The festival will take place on the garden's North Plaza, Seasonal Plaza, Devon Lawn and Water Stage.

More activities to be had at the Tulip Festival!

The Myriad Botanical Gardens Tulip Festival will also have activities for the whole family! There will be face painting, photography opportunities, and wine and palette activities. A full list of events, live music performances and food trucks is available on the Tulip Festival's Facebook event page.

Be sure to check out the Crystal Bridge!

If you're making plans to attend the Myriad Botanical Gardens Tulip Festival, you should check out everything the gardens has to offer! You should definitely put the gardens' Crystal Bridge on your list of activities. The Crystal Bridge was recently remodeled and features waterfalls, tropical plants, tropical fruits and so much more! It's a beautiful and educational experience. You can also stop in the Myriad Botanical Gardens' gift shop for a lovely souvenir.

Don't miss the Myriad Botanical Gardens Tulip Festival March 30 and 31 in Oklahoma City!

The Myriad Botanical Gardens Tulip Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 8 and Sunday, April 9 in downtown Oklahoma City. Admission is free, but gardens personnel will be on site to accept donations. Admission to the Crystal Bridge is $10.50 for adults, with discounts for children, elderly, military and students. For more information, visit the festival's webpage.


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