Spring comes earlier in some parts of North America than others, and when it comes to the beautiful blooms that start to appear in different regions, the species of the flowers can also dictate when will be at their best. The passion for the beautiful blooms and flowers can be seen throughout North America in the spring, and there are festivals in several different parts of the country to enjoy. The best festivals are not just about the flowers though, as these five examples will show that there is a range of entertainment that accompanies the beautiful flowering blooms in each event.
5. Dogwood-Azalea Festival, Charleston[post_ads_2]
This
festival has been an important part of spring in Missouri for nearly
fifty years, and is a celebration of the blooms that are found on mature
dogwood trees throughout the city during the spring. The festival is
held annually in April every year, and as well as getting to see these
beautiful trees in full bloom, there are also a range of other events to
enjoy too.
These range from a traditional fish fry and ice cream social
up to parades of floats and motorbikes. There is also an annual 5k race
in the city, and the selection of the winner of the pageant who is
crowned as Miss Dogwood-Azalea for the year.
4. Biltmore Blooms, Asheville
The
host for this festival is the dramatic and beautiful Biltmore House and
Gardens in the town of Asheville, and the gardens here are beautifully
cared for. The festival lasts for nearly two months from mid March until
mid May, and the gardens are designed so that there are different areas
coming into full bloom at different parts of the spring, meaning there
is always something to enjoy. During the festival you can also enjoy
regular music at the bandstand on the grounds at weekends, while there
are also Easter Egg hunts, grape stomping at the winery and a great
range of hiking trails for you to enjoy during your visit.
3. National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington[post_ads_2]
This
festival is one that has its origins early in the twentieth century,
when a cordial agreement between the United States and Japan led to a
donation of five thousand cherry trees, with the first batch of 2,000
falling victim to disease, before a second donation of three thousand
trees took hold.
This population of trees is the foundation of all
the cherry trees to be seen in Washington, and from mid March until the
end of April, they can be seen in bloom in parks across the capital.
There is also a series of events, including an impressive parade and a musical concert too.
2. Kauai Orchid And Art Festival, Hawaii
This
charming community even is held in the town of Hanapepe, on the
Hawaiian island of Kauai. Orchids are flowers that generally need good
conditions to grow, so seeing the range of orchids on display here shows
just how well the flowers can grow in this tropical setting. There are
also a range of live music performances and different arts events held during the festival too, which make this a relaxed and charming event to visit.
1. Rose Show And Festival, Thomasville[post_ads_2]
There
are few flowers that are as beautiful and carry as much significance as
roses, and in the South Georgia town of Thomasville, these stunning
blooms have been celebrated with a festival for nearly a century.There
are parades that travel through the town during the event, along with
displays of the local services such as the police, while the local rose
pageant is used to choose the Rose Queen for that year. The highlight of
the celebration is the annual Rose show, where the best examples of the
flower are on display.
