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Bloemencorso Bollenstreek

Mid-April 2026

2026

Mid-April 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

Haarlem & Zandvoort

What it is

Bloemencorso Bollenstreek explained

A 42 km flower parade of floats built entirely from hyacinths and tulips, running from Noordwijk through the bulb country to Haarlem and staying on display overnight.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Haarlem & Zandvoort tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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Bloemencorso Bollenstreek, explained

What is Bloemencorso Bollenstreek?

A 42 km flower parade of floats built entirely from hyacinths and tulips, running from Noordwijk through the bulb country to Haarlem and staying on display overnight. It's a culture event held in Haarlem & Zandvoort.

When is Bloemencorso Bollenstreek in 2026?

Bloemencorso Bollenstreek runs Mid-April 2026 in Haarlem & Zandvoort. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

Is Bloemencorso Bollenstreek free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Bloemencorso Bollenstreek is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

Where should I stay for Bloemencorso Bollenstreek?

Book a room in Haarlem & Zandvoort itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Haarlem & Zandvoort also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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