Tulip Day 2026

Saturday 17 January 2026

Every year in January, Tulpendag marks the beginning of the tulip season in the Netherlands. This festive event offers everyone the chance to pick their own tulips for free right in the heart of Amsterdam.

What is Tulpendag?

Tulpendag is an annual event that officially heralds the tulip season. The highlight of the day is a massive picking garden on Museumplein, filled with beautiful tulips.

Highlights of Tulpendag

Free Tulip Picking: Visitors are given the unique opportunity to pick tulips for free from a temporary garden on Museumplein, created by Dutch tulip growers.
Giant Picking Garden: The picking garden features around 200,000 tulips in various colors and varieties, laid out by the finest Dutch tulip growers.
Celebration for Everyone: More than 10,000 people attend this event every year to partake in the joy of tulip picking.
Photo Opportunities: The colorful sea of tulips provides a perfect backdrop for stunning photos, making Tulpendag also a visual spectacle.

When

Saturday 17 January 2026.

Where

Museumplein

Website

tulpenpromotie.nl

Why You Shouldn't Miss Tulpendag

Tulpendag is not just an opportunity to pick tulips for free, but also a way to be part of a unique Dutch tradition. It's a day that celebrates the national love for tulips and brings people together in a festive and colorful environment.

Practical Information

Location: Museumplein, Amsterdam - right next to some of the Netherlands' most famous museums.
Date and Time: Tulpendag takes place every year in January. For the exact date and opening hours of the picking garden, consult the official Tulpendag website.
Admission: Free. Everyone is welcome to come and pick their own tulips.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of a typical Dutch tradition. Be there at Tulpendag and start the tulip season with a personal touch by picking your own tulips on Museumplein in Amsterdam!

Experience the magic of Dutch tulips and be part of this special day celebrating the beauty and diversity of the tulip.

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