Gardens & Gardening

Daffodil and Tulip Festival

Stroll through the 8 acres of our world-renowned gardens in the Berkshires decorated with over 75,000 daffodils and tulips.

Thank you for joining us during our 2023 event! We look forward to seeing you next season.

Stroll through the 8 acres of our world-renowned gardens decorated with thousands of daffodil, tulip and minor bulbs as we celebrate spring in the Berkshires. Our 48-acre estate in the heart of Stockbridge will come to life with the colors and spirit of spring with a variety of blooms, containers, displays and decorations against the backdrop of stunning views of Monument Mountain and the Berkshire Hills. The first floor of the house will be open for self-guided tours along with a seasonal gift shop located inside the house. There will be mixed bouquets and container plants for sale at a pop-up shop located outside the greenhouse along with a pre-sale of spring bulbs. Food and refreshments are available for sale at our outdoor café.

 

FAQs

Tickets & Admission:

How many tickets can I purchase at once? Individual Members can purchase up to 2 tickets per event day at the Member rate; Family Members and above may purchase up to 6 tickets per day the Member rate.

Do children under 2 need a ticket? No, children under 2 are free.

What happens if I show up early or late for my entry time? Due to capacity limitations of guests allowed per hour, we ask that you arrive on time.

Can I change my date or time? At this time, we are unable to accommodate date or time changes. Tickets are only refundable if the request is made at least 7 days before your visit.

What is the weather policy? This event is rain or shine, however unsafe or extreme weather will cancel this event. In the event we have to cancel due to weather, we will offer a full refund within 7-10 business days.

What is the refund policy? Refunds must be requested no later than 7 days before your ticket date in order to be honored.

Parking, Facilities, and Amenities:

Where is the parking for this event? The entrance for Naumkeag will be located at 5 Prospect Hill Road. Overflow parking in our lower lot will be used and may require you to take the shuttle to the entrance of the property. Walking from the overflow parking area to the entrance of the property will not be allowed due to safety concerns.

Is the site handicapped or stroller accessible? Naumkeag is not handicapped accessible due to the steep terrain and unpaved paths. Strollers are not recommended and are not allowed inside the house.

Are dogs allowed? No, in order to protect our gardens dogs are not allowed on our public garden properties at any time.

Is the interior of the property open to the public during the show? The first floor of the historic house will be open during this special event. However, please note that due to the limited space inside the house, there may be a queue to enter.

Will restrooms be available for guests? Yes, restrooms are available.