The Morges Tulip Festival takes place every year - this year's theme is "WATER". The Parc de l'Indépendance de Morges becomes a fully flowering park where you can wander at your ease around the colorful flowerbeds boasting 140,000 flowers and around 350 varieties of tulips. This year the festival boasts its 55th edition and takes place from 28 March through 11 May 2025. A spectacular view of Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc is fronted by an abundance of flowers that will make every photo a winner.
You can now take advantage of the amazing weather among the tulips and of course the famous bulb sale mid-May (see below). The park is open daily and remember that Sunday, 11 May 2025 is Mother's Day in Switzerland.
The festival takes place on the shores of Lake Geneva, between the Château de Morges and the river La Morges. The Parc de l'Indépendance offers, in all seasons, a magnificent grassy setting and presents 50 varieties of trees such as impressive chestnut trees or giant sequoias. It is only a few meters from the historic city center, the CGN boat dock, restaurants, and shops.
The Association "Morges Fleur du Léman" organises the Tulip Festival and the Dahlia Festival every year. Along with narcissi, irises and daffodils, these are among the most beautiful flower gardens on Lake Geneva.
In addition to the colorful display of thousands of tulips in the Parc de l'Indépendance, visitors are enchanted by several oases planted with flowers, fountains and pots in the old town, in the Parc Seigneux and along the lake promenade. Admission to the Tulip Festival is free of charge and accessible to people with reduced mobility.
The Program of the Tulip Festival 2025
Explore the many activities and events offered throughout this edition themed around "water." With tours, hands-on workshops, and enjoyable moments for all ages, there's something for everyone. Check out our program to make sure you don’t miss a thing at this floral celebration, rooted in tradition and the beauty of the region.
360º virtual tour of the park
Make sure to check out the website for the 360º tour. You can either scroll through or use a VR headset to see the layout of the tulips.
Program
Saturday, March 29
Free children's activity with Maison de la Rivière in the "Sirène" MBC bus, from 11 AM to 4 PM, at the Place de la Navigation in Morges.
Sunday, March 30
Free concert by the Harmonie Morgienne, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, at the Music Kiosk in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Sunday, March 30
Rocstatera – The stone sculptures will be on display in the La Morges river as well as in the rock formations by the lake, from 11 AM to 4 PM. The artist will have his stand in front the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Saturday, April 5
POTTERS' MARKET – Discover the work of 80 potters among the tulips, from 9 AM to 6 PM, in the Parc de l'Indépendance. A free market to admire and buy unique ceramic creations.
Sunday, April 6
POTTERS' MARKET – 9 AM to 5 PM, in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Saturday, April 12
Prise d'Armes - Annual ceremony of the Vaud Militia, presenting the troops and swearing in new militiamen.
Wednesday, April 16
Floral workshop for children aged 6 and up with Les Pensées d'Astride, from 3 PM to 4 PM, across from the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance. Price: CHF 20 per child. No registration required.
Friday, April 18
Origami workshop for children aged 6 and up with Cre-Ako, from 3 PM to 4 PM, across from the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance. No registration required.
Origami workshop for adults up with Cre-Ako, from 4 PM to 5 PM, across from the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance. No registration required.
Adult: CHF 20.- / Child: CHF 20.-
Sunday, April 20
Barrel Organs: Come listen to the melodies of the barrel organs, from 10 AM to 4 PM, throughout the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Monday, April 21
Tulip Trophy Treasure Hunt: Follow us on Instagram and participate in the free treasure hunt to win the Tulip Trophy, starting at 11 AM, at the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Wednesday, April 23
Floral workshop for children aged 6 and up with Les Pensées d'Astride, from 3 PM to 4 PM, across from the chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance. Price: CHF 20 per child. No registration required.
Meeting with Melanie Oesch The famous yodeler, author of children's books, and leader of Oesch's die Dritten, will be at the Kiosque à Musique in the Parc de l'Indépendance from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, available for photos, autographs, and questions.
Thursday, April 24
Associations Day - Grands Parents pour le climat, Léman Hope, Polio, Rêves Suisse, from 11 AM to 4 PM, in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Saturday, April 26
Tulip Regatta organized by the Nautical Club, departure at 2:00 PM, prize ceremony around 4:30 PM.
Thursday, May 1
Rahel Baer Concert at the Kiosque à Musique in the Parc de l'Indépendance, 11 AM. Entry offered by the International Classical & Lyrical Festival of Morges and Region.
Friday, May 2
Rahel Baer Concert at the Kiosque à Musique in the Parc de l'Indépendance, 11 AM. Entry offered by the International Classical & Lyrical Festival of Morges and Region.
Saturday, May 3
Les Inoxydables Concert from 2 PM to 4 PM at the Kiosque à Musique in the Parc de l'Indépendance. Free entry.
Sunday, May 4
ARTISANAL TULIP MARKET - Discover around thirty exhibitors along the Morges, from 9 AM to 5 PM. A market where local craftsmanship meets the beauty of tulips.
Wednesday, May 7
Free children's activity with Maison de la Rivière, at 10 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM, across from the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance. Online reservation required.
Adult: CHF 25.- / 1 adult + 1 child: CHF 40.- / additional child: CHF 10.-
Saturday, May 10
Rocstatera – The stone sculptures will be on display in the La Morges river as well as in the rock formations by the lake, from 11 AM to 4 PM. The artist will have his stand in front the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Rescue Morges Activity: Participate in a major risk awareness animation on the lake. Learn about care and resuscitation activities, and test the equipment. From 11 AM to 4 PM, across from the boutique chalet in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
Sunday, May 11
Aka Taiko Concert from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Kiosque à Musique in the Parc de l'Indépendance. Free entry.
Tuesday, May 13
BULB SALE from 12 PM, in the Parc de l'Indépendance.
You will be able to buy your bulbs either at the fixed points of sale or via the “drive” located next to the Morges swimming pool.
Tours
Throughout the festival, guided tours will be offered on weekends to explore the park from a different perspective!
Duration: 45 minutes / Price: CHF 15.- / No registration required (except for groups)
Departure: opposite the chalet-shop
Bulb sales throughout the festival
Some varieties can be ordered via bulletin or via www.flowerbulbs.ch. A QR code can be found on the beds available for sale (in the park and in the city during the festival).Home delivery will only be available in Switzerland at the end of September, and orders can be placed from mid-March to the end of May.
The Morges Tulip Festival 2025
28 March through 11 May 2025
Parc de l'Indépendance
1110 Morges
https://www.morges-tourisme.ch/en/Z14689/tulip-festival
All tulip photo credits ©Lisa Cirieco-Ohlman
