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Get ready to experience New York State in full bloom! From flower shows to special exhibits at botanical gardens across the state, explore the season's great events to enjoy New York’s most colorful time of year. Plan a visit to New York’s beautiful flower farms to bring home your own blooms and keep track of spring blooms at gardens, parks, and arboretums with the New York Blooms Report to plan your visit.

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Orchid Shows & Spring Flower Exhibits

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Garden: Spring is an amazing time to visit Buffalo's beautiful gardens! Visit the Spring Flower Exhibit, from March 20 - April 13, 2026 (included with admission: $19 for adults, $17 for seniors and students, $9.50 for kids aged 3-12). Experience the bursting colors of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths as well as a powerful art collection, Horticultural Heroes (Now-April 26). Throughout spring and summer, you'll find exotic horticulture treasures from around the world in bloom, filling the air with incredible aromas and sights! 

Lyndhurst Flower House & Market: For one weekend only, you can experience Lyndhurst transformed into a floral wonderland. Roam-on-your-own through the Gilded Age mansion's three floors, filled with over-the-top botanical displays that highlight and harmonize with the opulent interiors and picturesque landscape. Do a little shopping at the Flower House Market, savor lunch from gourmet food vendors, and explore other family-friendly attractions throughout the estate.

Lyndhurst Mansion & Gardens
Lyndhurst Mansion & Gardens

New York Botanical Garden: Home to vivid gardens for more than 130 years, visitors can indulge in a series of events including The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle, through April 26, 2026, where orchids collide with concrete creating a breathtaking fusion of nature and cityscape artistry. 

Macy's Flower Show: Head to New York City's Herald Square for gorgeously bright floral arrangements at the annual Macy's Flower Show. The exhibition of exotic flowers and plants from around the world will transform Macy’s Herald Square in New York City into a breathtaking floral extravaganza from April 23-May 10, 2026. 

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Tulip Festivals Across New York State

Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden Tulip Festival: A little bit of Holland is coming to Long Island! Tiptoe through the tulips, play a round of mini golf, and visit the barnyard animals at this amazing festival featuring 2 MILLION tulips in miles of rainbow rows on a 15-acre family farm. You’ll also find tons of activities for kids, plus live music, and food trucks to enjoy. Also on site is the Long Island Farm Brewery, serving up delicious craft beverages. The festival will run for about 4-5 weeks depending on the weather starting in mid-April. Photo credit: @mikerechterphotography on Instagram                                        

Mohonk Tulip Festival at Mohonk Mountain House: Celebrate tulips and the beauty of nature as the natural landscape springs to life at the Mohonk Tulip Festival. From April 27-May 11, 2026, enjoy daily garden and property tours, tai chi in the garden, artwork from local colleges, campfires with live music, demonstrations with Mohonk’s Beverage and Pastry Team, crafts, and specialty teas.

Albany Tulip Festival at Washington Park: The annual showcase of Albany's Dutch heritage through colorful tulips will take place on May 9-10, 2026, with more events throughout the month. Enjoy musical performances, tulip garden tours, prizes, and more.

Rochester Lilac Festival
One of the largest free festivals of its kind, the 128th Rochester Lilac Festival returns to Highland Park from May 8, 2026 through May 17, 2026. Celebrate one of the world’s most extensive collection of lilacs while enjoying musical performances, arts and craft vendors, guided walking tours, kids' zone, and more. Festival highlights include the Lilac Local Farmers Market, Lilac Parade, and Lilac Run 5K/10K. View the Rochester Lilac Festival's full event details and schedule>>