Tulip festival in Bellville
Visit the Tulip Festival at Debuck’s Family Farm and look upon more than a million vibrant tulips over 11 acres. And during April, the festival is in full bloom. While the exact dates aren’t set until the flowers are in bloom, keep an eye out for tickets around this time. The Tulip Festival is the perfect spring activity as the weather warms. You can take pictures in the fields, wander around the grounds, enjoy the slides, cornhole, wagon rides and much more. Bring your family and friends to make lasting memories in the vibrant fields.

Flower pressing
While outside enjoying the warmer weather, it’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a new craft. As flowers begin to bloom, take the time to pick a few different kinds (making sure to leave some of each flower) while you’re out and about to bring home. All you need to do is place the flowers on parchment paper and press them between a heavy book for about two to three weeks, ensuring your flowers are properly spread so they don’t stick together. Once the flowers are dried, make bookmarks, collages, coasters — the possibilities for the flowers are endless. If you’re looking for places to pick flowers, consider visiting the Birds Hills Trail or the Barton Nature Area Loop for some great options.

Picnics
Tired of being cooped up inside during the winter months? Now that the weather is warmer, it’s the best time to get out of the house and enjoy a picnic. Pack your favorite snacks, blanket and find the perfect spot. Some great places to have a picnic include Gallop Park, The Diag and the Arboretum. You can enjoy sunning, but if you’re bored, pick up a book or blast some music to keep things entertaining.

Visit the Kerrytown Market
Enjoy seasonal treats and produce every Saturday at the Kerrytown Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market is open year-round, but it becomes even more enjoyable as the months warm. The variety of produce widens, and the market bustles in the spring months, making it the ideal time to visit. Strolling through the outdoor market is the perfect way to enjoy the warm weather. You can find flowers, jewelry, produce, art, delicious food and baked goods for sale. The market is the perfect place to connect with the community after being inside during the colder months, where you can chat with vendors and are almost always guaranteed to run into someone you know.

Visit botanical gardens
There is so much to do at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens, whether it’s exploring the conservatory or walking along the trails. Enjoy the conservatory’s warmth while you observe the many different species of plants the conservatory has to offer. There are tons of wildlife to look out for as you walk along the trails, and watch out for rattlesnakes! The Botanical Gardens are the perfect spring activity, and you can spend time outside in the wilderness or warm up inside while still being in nature.