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2025 spring flower fests and experiences near the Tri-Cities
Flower-filled happenings around the area this spring, from Kuiper’s Farm in Maple Park to the Morton Arboretum and Geneva’s beloved Fargo Boulevard tulip showcase.
Sam Kraft
April 13, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes
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📸 Credit: Kuiper’s Family Farm on Facebook
Flower festivals & events
Midwest Tulip Fest – Mid-April through mid-May
Held at Kuiper’s Family Farm in Maple Park, this colorful festival features nearly 650K tulips, live music, drinks, and family-friendly activities. Check the “Bloom-O-Meter” online for timing.
📍 1N318 Watson Road, Maple Park • kuipersfamilyfarm.com
Richardson Farm Tulip Festival – Likely opens between April 18–25
With over 300K tulips, lakefront trails, yard games and live entertainment, this Spring Grove festival is perfect for a scenic mini roadtrip.
📍 909 English Prairie Road, Spring Grove • richardsonadventurefarm.com
Lilac Fest at Lilacia Park – May 8 & 9
Lombard’s signature spring celebration includes blooming lilacs, live music, local food and family activities in the heart of Lilacia Park.
📍 150 S Park Ave, Lombard • lombardlilactime.com
Scenic spring displays (visit anytime)
Fargo Boulevard Tulips – Geneva
This residential stretch becomes a local tulip wonderland each spring, drawing crowds for photo ops and soaking in the splendor.
📍 Fargo Blvd, Geneva
Cantigny Park Gardens – Wheaton
Stroll through vibrant spring flower displays (daffodils, hyacinths, and more) plus enjoy walking trails, a military museum and garden tours.
📍 1S151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton • cantigny.org
Morton Arboretum Spring Blooms – Lisle
Explore miles of trails bursting with magnolias, dogwoods and wildflowers, plus workshops and live music during “Blooms and Blossoms Week.”
📍 4100 IL-53, Lisle • mortonarb.org
Phillips Park Zoo’s Sunken Garden – Aurora
Alongside the animals, discover a beautifully maintained garden filled with tulips, pansies and other seasonal color — admission is free.
📍 1000 Ray Moses Dr, Aurora • enjoyillinois.com
Naperville Riverwalk Daffodil Display – Naperville
The Riverwalk turns into a riverside floral experience in spring, with daffodils and tulips lining the scenic downtown path.
📍 500 Jackson Ave, Naperville • naperville.il
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