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Celebrate Spring in Bloom at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival!
This May Bank Holiday (2 - 4 May 2026), step into a world of colour and joy at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival — a dazzling celebration of springtime, gardens, and family fun!
Wander through the stunning Walled Garden, where thousands of vibrant tulips burst into bloom, creating a truly magical display. Chat with our expert gardeners as they share insider tips and horticultural wisdom throughout the weekend.
🌷 Special Guests to be announced
🎉 Festival Highlights
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🌷 Breathtaking Tulip Displays – A floral feast for the senses
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🎶 Live Music & Entertainment – Great vibes all day long
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🎡 Carnival Rides – Thrills and laughter for younger guests
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🚜 Mini Land Rover Experience – Little drivers take the wheel
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🛍️ Craft Stalls & Artisan Exhibits – Discover handmade treasures
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🍔 Tasty Local Food & Drink – Seasonal flavours to savour
Whether you're a garden lover, a family on a day out, or just chasing sunshine and smiles, Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival is the place to be!
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
- All areas accessible to disabled visitors
- Contrast markings on glass doors and full-height windows
- Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide dogs permitted
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for disabled visitors
Catering
- Gluten Free Options Available
- Restaurant on Premises - The Tea Rooms, Potting Shed, Milk Parlour, and Pizza Pavillion as well as additional food trucks
- Vegan Options Available
- Vegetarian Options Available
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
- Baby changing facilities
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties
- Accommodation nearby
- Accommodation on site
- Family Fun
- First Aid
- Fitness level required - low
- Lessons/courses available
- Live music
- Lost property
- Outdoor Event
- Secure cycle storage
- Self guided walks/cycle rides
- Shop
- Talks
- Toilets
- Visitor information
- Workshop
Event Facilities
- Booking Required - Booking in advance preferred, tickets available at the gate according to capacity
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- Coach parking
- Off site parking
- On site parking
- Park and Ride
- Parking (free)
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Payment Methods
- All major credit/debit cards accepted
Guide Prices
Adults – TBC
Concessions – TBC
Children (5-17) – TBC
Children (2-4) – TBC
Under 2s – Free
Members – Free
