Jerold Binkley Tulip Time

Jerold Binkley Tulip Time 2023 is set for April 7-23. The event features thousands of multi-colored tulips and flowering bulbs in Shawnee County Parks + Recreation’s three featured gardens – Ted Ensley Gardens at Lake Shawnee, Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Botanical Garden and Doran Rock Garden and surrounding areas in Gage Park. There are two special events in addition to regular self-guided tours through the gardens. Tulips at Twilight features 90 larger than life lighted displays with thousands of tulips illuminated by candle light and lighted displays. Tulips at Twilight, which is set for 7-10 p.m. April 7-23. Admission is a $5 per person with children five and under free. Tulip Time Festival the Lake is set for April 15 at Ted Ensley Gardens at Lake Shawnee. The event features 40,000 multi-colored tulips of 30 to 40 varieties, daffodils and hyacinths in bloom along with food and craft vendors and a performance by the Topeka High Drumline. The festival runs from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A $5 donation for the day gains guests entry to the gardens, live musical performances, vendors and fun for the kids.