Tulip Time

Thursday, Friday and Saturday – May 2, 3 & 4, 2013 “Enjoy our Dutch treasures”

Dutch Boy Pella is beautiful and unique all year long, but at Tulip Time it comes alive with tulips, Dutch attire, parades, food, fun and more. Thousands of residents wear Dutch attire and celebrate our Dutch heritage. Three days each spring, Pella becomes Holland to Pella residents and visitors alike. Travel back in time with us Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 2, 3, & 4, 2013 to a European village full of windmills, tulips and excitement as we celebrate the 78th anniversary of this colorful festival. The following pages showcase the exciting events that make this annual festival great. Many of these activities continue year-round. Anytime you visit Pella, there are historical sights, ethnic foods, Dutch architecture, great shops, and friendly people. Please visit Pella this year and “Re-discover Iowa’s most colorful tradition”.

2013 Tulip Time Brochure

For a full schedule of events, lists of activities, maps, parking information, and more, download the Tulip Time Brochure.

The Pella Tulip Festival features many traditional Dutch foods,
check out this video for some favorites.

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