Posted in South Dakota March 23, 2018 by

This Enchanting Tulip Festival In South Dakota Is All You Need For Spring

There’s nothing that rings in spring quite like the sight of thousands of brightly-colored tulips. Put this tulip festival on your calendar now, because you don’t want to miss it.

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McCory Gardens is open year-round, but in the spring it really comes alive. When the temperature warms up, the gardens fill with color.
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You'll find the gardens at 631 22nd Avenue, Brookings.
The Gardens include 25 acres of formal gardens, and every May many of them are filled with vibrant reds, yellows, pinks and purples.
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If you love spring tulips. you won't want to miss TulaPalooza.
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Nearly 10,000 bulbs brighten the grounds, announcing the return of spring.
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You can spend several hours strolling through the gardens. Sit on a bench and enjoy the fresh flowers. Or spend some time taking closeups of these beauties.
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TuliPalooza at McCrory Gardens takes place in May.
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Follow McCrory Gardens' Facebook page for the latest about this upcoming festival.

Did you visit TuliPalooza last year? We’d love to see your photos!

Spring is also a great time to visit the Crazy Horse Memorial and dine at Laughing Water Restaurant.