Ryann Smith

Ryann Smith (she/her) is a city life reporter for The Front. She is a junior pursuing a major in public relations journalism with a minor in anthropology. In her free time, she is usually found reading at Boulevard Park or trying new ice cream flavors at Mallard. You can reach her at ryannsmith.thefront@gmail.com.

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From Dutch Tulipmania to Mount Vernon fields: the long journey of Skagit Valley’s blooms

By Ryann Smith | April 27

Just 30 minutes away from the twists and turns of Chuckanut Drive lies breathtaking fields of tulips. Countless rows of beautiful, brightly-colored flowers, just waiting for the sunshine season to finally arrive. On March 28, 2026, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival reopened for the season. This festival typically runs only in April, but due to a milder-than-normal winter and slightly warmer spring temperatures, the tulip fields opened early this year.

Ryann Smith

From Dutch Tulipmania to Mount Vernon fields: the long journey of Skagit Valley’s blooms

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