Spring in British Columbia brings out a wide range of flowers, none as popular as the Tulip. This beloved Spring flower can be seen across the Lower Mainland but there is one location in the Province which provides one of the most spectacular tulip viewing: Seabird Island. Since 2006, this Agassiz locale has hosted the annual Tulips of the Valley Festival which showcases thirty varieties of tulips spread over forty acres set against snow covered Mount Cheam. Take care not the step into the fields in order to protect these beautiful flowers for the enjoyment of everyone.
Since 2006, this amazing festival of colour and beauty has allowed visitors see thousands of tulips like the fields of Holland and Skagit, Washington. Stroll through forty acres of tulips at the Tulips of the Valley Festival on Seabird Island to see one of Spring's most spectacular sights. See thirty varieties of tulips set against the magnificent background of snow-capped Mount Cheam! Visitors can also purchase refreshments, fresh cut and potted tulips.
- DATE: April 16 - May 8, 2011 (best tulip viewing: April 30 - May 1, 2011)
- TIME: Wed-Fri (& Easter Monday): 11:00am - 4:00pm; Sat-Sun: 10:00am - 5:00pm (Closed Mon-Tues)
- LOCATION: Parking: Seabird Gasbar on Chowat Road, Agassiz (map)
- COST: Adult + Car: $6; Adult: $3; Senior: $2.50; Children (0-12): Free
- WEBSITE: Tulips of the Valley
