Tulip Fest 2022 at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm




Some visitors  enjoy a walk through the tulip fields. 

Brilliant red Oxford Tulips stretch towards the sun.



The annual Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest was in full in bloom on Friday, April 16, but there was more to do than stop to smell the flowers. 

The Iverson family has been growing tulips since 1974 and founded Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in 1983. Barb Iverson, one of the founders and owners, said that a neighbor encouraged them to open the farm to the public. She wondered why anyone would want to come to a farm. One Easter Sunday in 1985, Wooden Shoe opened to the public. There were so many visitors that there was a "traffic jam. "Iverson said she thought at the time "I guess people do want to come."

In addition to the 40 acres of tulips, the farm has a gift shop where you can purchase fresh cut bulbs and tasting room where you can sample Wooden Shoe Vineyards wine, and purchase beer, cider, and slushy adult drinks.  

The children’s play area includes their famous duck races and hay bale tent which are back in 2022 after a hiatus for COVID safety. The fest also hosts food and craft vendors, carnival rides, and hot air balloons. On Friday, the hot air balloons weren't operational, but some visitors enjoyed watching, and even helping, as a pilot took down his balloon. 




The tulip festival runs through May 1. 
It is open Monday through Friday from 9am-6pm,
Saturday and Sunday from 8am-7pm, 
and sunrise entry from 5am – 7am. 
Tickets must be purchased in advance at woodenshoe.com

Well behaved dogs are welcome on the farm. JoDee Sanders takes advantage of the colorful background to capture a photo of her pet.

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