Discover Tulip Time
Explore the stories, people and traditions that have helped Tulip Time grow.
 HISTORY |  GARDEN BEDS |  FESTIVAL FRIENDS |
|---|---|---|
 BULB DISPERSAL |
How Tulip Time Bloomed
Tulip Time has been part of Bowral’s story for generations.
It began with a simple idea: to bring more people to Bowral through the beauty of spring.
From that first local floral celebration in 1958, Tulip Time grew into a much-loved tradition shaped by the people who planted, planned, volunteered and believed in it.
Behind every garden bed is a story of community pride, local effort and a town that knew how to put on a show.
Explore the history booklet to discover how Tulip Time first bloomed and why it continues to hold such a special place in the Southern Highlands.
Garden bed designs
Each year, the tulips are thoughtfully planted to reflect a special theme. This year's theme is 'Together We Bloom", featuring an exciting mix of unique and eye-catching tulip varieties just waiting to be discovered.
Garden bed 1
Pause & Bloom
Garden bed 4
Growing Together
Garden bed 7
Kindness Grows Here
Garden bed 10
You Belong Here
Garden bed 13
Small Seeds, Big Dreams
Garden bed 2
Together We Bloom
Garden bed 5
Colour Outside the Line
Garden bed 8
Plant Joy
Garden bed 11
Find Beauty Here
Garden bed 3
Stop & Smell the Tulips
Garden bed 6
Bloom Boldly
Garden bed 9
Bee Happy
Garden bed 12
Petals & Possibility
FREE Tulip bulbs for residents
Add a pop of colour to your garden next spring with free tulip bulbs from Wingecarribee Shire Council for Wingecarribee Shire residents.
The tulip bulb giveaway will be held from 9am - 1pm, or until the daily allocation is exhausted, on:
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Thursday 15 October 2026
Residents must bring proof of Wingecarribee Shire residency to collect bulbs.
A maximum of 10 randomly selected bulbs per person applies. Individual colour selection is not available.
Please bring your own bag, as bags will not be provided.