All About Holland 2026

THINGS TO DO

Shoulder Seasons

To experience Holland like a local, be our guest in moments between our busiest times.

Beyond the Weekend

Stay midweek and you’re sure to save on lodging and have more of Holland to yourself, even during our most popular times of year. So, arrive on a Tuesday or extend your stay through a Thursday night, and you’ll fit right in with the descendants of thrifty Dutchmen!

Spring

Nature is a finicky being, especially in springtime. This is why our parks department plants early, mid, and late blooming varieties of tulips in preparation for our annual Tulip Time festival. Many years, the end of April is filled with blooms, and in others, glorious color continues well beyond the celebrations. For a floral forecast, call the visitors bureau in early April or tune into the city’s Tulip Tracker for live coverage.

Autumn

With daily average highs of 75˚F, September melds the best of summer’s sweetness with the flair of fall. At this golden time of year, those in Holland slow down and savor the last of the sailboat races and Windmill Island’s glorious blossoms, then wander orchards to pick Honeycrisp apples. Fall colors peak in October, their beauty lasting into early November.

Winter

Lake effect snow and glittering ice crystals create inspiring outdoor adventures. Snowshoe through hemlocks, cross-country ski across dune tops, or stand-up paddleboard through craggily ice formations. When you’ve had your fill of breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and its frosted winter beaches, head downtown for a little curling at the new ice park, then wind along snow-free sidewalks to shops and eateries brimming with warm hospitality.

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