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Flower Parade 2026: Holland America Line

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A large floral float shaped like a boat, decorated with vibrant flowers and the word 'ROTTERDAM' prominently displayed. Several spectators, including children, admire the float in a street lined with houses.
A large floral sculpture of a purple creature, resembling a snail, adorned with flowers and surrounded by greenery. People are interacting with the sculpture during a festive event.
A large floral sculpture of a polar bear with purple and red accents, surrounded by colorful flowers and a crowd of people in the background.
The Netherlands, Voorhout – April 2026

One of the events during Spring is the annual flower parade in the ‘bulbflowerbelt’ the Duin- en Bollenstreek. The parade has a history, it started in 1947, and is one of the biggest in The Netherlands. It is a main event for tourists. And a big presentation of bulbflower producing in this area. The Netherlands is well known for its flower production, all over the world. It is closely knit to the history and culture in this area of The Netherlands.

The LAPC #394 of this week is ‘history through the lens’.

Shot with Nikon Zf, edited using Snapseed and Marksta. Click the picture for a larger version.

3 Responses to “Flower Parade 2026: Holland America Line”

  1. photobyjohnbo's avatar
    photobyjohnbo

    What a wonderful celebration, Chris! These enduring annual events are what give a region its sense of community. It’s such a joyful expression of the coming Spring.

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    • Chris Breebaart's avatar
      Chris Breebaart

      It is John, it starts with the fields end of Februay when Daffocils pop up, then follwed with the fragrance and floral of hyacinths. And now we enjoy the tulips, to close of the season. The parade is a highlight of this time of year, it is lovely to see and smell!

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