The 60th Annual Albany Tulip Festival will be held May 9-11th, 2008 in Washington Park. This beautiful spring festival celebrates over 200,000 tulip bulbs blossoming across Washington Park, creating a sea of colors just in time for Mother's Day! The Tulip Festival also includes a number of events including the street scrubbing on State Street, the Tulip Queen Coronation, Tulip Queen and Court Luncheon and the Royal Tulip Ball. This year's festival will also include art instillations, crafting activities and live music. 

 The 60th Albany Tulip Festival will be held  May 9 - 11, 2008 in 

Washington Park, Albany, New York    

Named one of the 2008 top 100 events by the American Bus Association
Winner of the 2003 Hospitality Excellence Award

This highly anticipated spring festival celebrates its 60th anniversary as over 200,000 tulip bulbs blossom into a sea of colors just in time for Mothers Day. Historic events take place annually during this three day festival including the street scrubbing on State Street, the Tulip Queen Coronation*, Tulip Queen and Court Luncheon and Royal Tulip Ball.

This year’s festival unites the senses like never before with exciting and innovative new attractions. Friday evening will introduce Night Fire, a unique art-installation of the elements involving local artists and community partners to create a special 60th anniversary ceremony.

Also, a wellness garden will be available Saturday and Sunday compromised of local, regional and national resources for personal wellness. In addition to these great events, the festival has expanded to all day Friday, making food and crafts available for purchase in addition to the traditional Saturday and Sunday vendor atmosphere.

Acoustic music highlights Friday's events, while Saturday and Sunday include children’s activities and multiple stages with nationally acclaimed musical performances .

This Ecent is FREE (Fee for Tulip luncheon and ball). 518-434-2032.

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