How amazing is it that you can experience the tulip fields of Holland right here in the Garden State! If you are wondering where to see tulips in New Jersey, there are two beautiful flower fields you can visit: Dalton Farms in Swedesboro and Holland Ridge Farms in Cream Ridge. They are such a short distance from New York City (2 hours to Dalton and 1.5 hours to Holland Ridge). These farms are filled with rows of colorful tulips that you can wander through and participate in fun activities throughout the farm. It’s an unforgettable experience and it’s the perfect way to celebrate the spring season. I’ve been to Holland Ridge and had such a great time! I will be sharing all the details on these two tulip farms in NJ and help you plan your visit this upcoming year.
About the Tulip Farms in NJ
Holland Ridge Farm is a beautiful tulip farm located on 108 Rues Road in Cream Ridge, NJ. It is the largest tulip festival and largest u-pick tulip farm on the East Coast. This New Jersey farm was created by the Jansen family. Great Opa Casey sold and grew tulip bulbs in Holland. He taught everything to his son, Casey Sr., who then came to America to start a tulip business. It’s so cool that Holland Ridge is a family farm and that the Jansens have been in the tulip industry for over 100 years!
Dalton Farms is another beautiful flower farm. It is a 99 acre family-run farm located on 660 Oak Grove Road in Swedesboro, NJ. This farm has been in their family since 1933 and their story is a great reminder that anything can happen with dreams and determination! In addition to their colorful tulip fields, the farm has a beautiful lake, active beehives, fresh honey, and fall sunflowers.
When do Tulips Bloom in New Jersey
The opening date for when tulips are in full bloom in New Jersey are different every year. Usually, tulip season opens the second week of April and only lasts a couple weeks. Keep an eye out on their website to find out the latest news and when is the best time to visit. It might also be a good idea to sign up for their weekly newsletter or to follow them on social media to read about their latest updates!
To give you an idea, these were the dates from last year:
Dalton Farms announced their opening dates for March 30th through April 23rd , 2023.
Holland Ridge Farms announced their opening dates for April 10th through the 30th, 2023.
How to Purchase Tickets for Tulip Farms in New Jersey
Dalton Farms: All guests three and older will require an admission ticket. Ticket prices are $12 online and $16 at the door. You can pick your own tulips for $2 per stem or 10 flowers for $10.
Holland Ridge Farms: All guests three and older will require an admission ticket. Tickets are sold for specific time slots. You can choose the arrival times of 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm. Once you arrive, you can stay as long as you want! The arrival time just helps with traffic flow in and out of the farm. Staring this year in 2024, they have more flexible ticket options. You can purchase a general admission ticket for $15 per person that is only valid for the day you select or you can purchase an Any Day Flex Ticket for $30. With this new ticket option, you have the ability to change your ticket to another available day and arrival time. You have up to 9am on the day of your visit to change your ticket free of charge. You can pick your own tulips for $1 per stem.
Activities to do at Tulip Festivals
In addition to exploring the tulip fields, these tulip farms in NJ offer more activities that you can do throughout the farm too!
Dalton Farms: In addition to tulips, you can also find sunflowers, zinnias, and dahlias at Dalton Farms! They also have an events page that you can check out! Every weekend they have a farmers market, live music, and a beer/food/wine garden. During Easter season, they even have an Easter Bunny that you can visit every weekend.
Holland Ridge Farms: In addition to u-pick tulips at Holland Ridge Farms’ Tulip Festival, they also have u-pick sunflowers. They have food trucks and a bakery seven days a week where you can grab a sweet treat or have lunch. On weekends, they have pony rides and a small petting zoo with farm animals. A family favorite is their horse and carriage and pony rides. And you can even take a complimentary hayride around the farm! They also have a farmers market and live music every weekend.
A new thing that they are doing this year is their weekday picnics! You can bring your own food and drinks (non-alcoholic) to the farm Monday through Friday during the tulip festival.
If you are in the Tri-State area, I definitely recommend checking out one of these tulip festivals in New Jersey. They make a perfect weekend activity for the entire family and you can bring home a beautiful bouquet!
I love tulips! Your photos are beautiful, thank you for sharing. If you ever get out to Washington State, you’d love visiting the tulip festival in Mount Vernon. I’m excited to visit New Jersey now!!
Aw thank you! Washington is on my bucket list! It looks absolutely beautiful – I’m hoping I can make a trip out there soon!