Blue night sky covered in swirling stars with a logo titled freedom surrounded by stars
Flyer with picture of bell tower and tulips advertising a tulip festival

Tulip Festival at the Netherlands Carillon

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Special Event
  • Apr 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
  • Free

Come visit the Potomac Heritage table at the Netherlands Carillon to learn about the night sky, one of America's most precious resources. Discover how the night sky connects us to our history and those that came before us while participating in night sky viewing and listening to music played on the bells. This night sky pop-up is part of a mobile Freedom 250 program that travels to different sites along the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Parking is available at the Marine Corps War Memorial.

Schedule

Date:

Apr 11, 2026

Time:

4:00 PM

Duration:

5 hours

Event Type

  • Children’s Program
  • Festival
  • Partner Program
Tags: freedom 250, potomac heritage national scenic trail, netherlands carillon, george washington memorial parkway