When the beautiful spring weather arrives, it’s nearly impossible to stay inside. And if you’re looking for the perfect outdoor activity, look no further than the Festival of Spring. The free-to-attend seasonal celebration includes a huge plant sale, more than 100 vendors selling a variety of wares, and live entertainment. But the best part of all is surely the sea of colorful blooms that fill the grounds. Take a look:

Located in Oshkosh, The Paine Art Center and Gardens occupies the grounds of a historic estate.

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Boasting art galleries and beautiful botanical gardens, it’s the perfect day-trip destination, especially on May 16th, when The Paine will be hosting Festival of Spring.

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Held outdoors from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., the event offers plenty of ways for attendees to stay entertained, including The Paine’s Annual Spring Plant Sale.

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Perfect for gardeners of all skill levels, the sale features thousands of “tried and true” plants as well as new and rarer varieties. More than 100 vendors, selling art, crafts, plants, and garden supplies, will also be on-site.

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Food booths and live entertainment are part of the seasonal celebration, too.

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While at The Paine for Festival of Spring, festival-goers are encouraged to stroll through the beautiful gardens that fill the grounds.

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All in all, the estate features 20 display gardens, which are overflowing with lush greenery and vibrant flowers.

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In addition to an array of perennials, the gardens are brimming with trees, shrubs, and wildflowers.

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Festival of Spring is the perfect time to visit the gardens since many flowers will be at their peak.

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Filled with 15,000 tulips and other spring flowers, the gardens will be bursting with color and sure to impress.

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With flowers and plants galore, shopping, food, and entertainment, Festival of Spring is a picture-perfect seasonal celebration you don’t want to miss!

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Remember, the Festival of Spring is scheduled for May 16, 2020, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information, call (920) 235-6903. You can also visit the Paine Art Center and Gardens website or Facebook page.

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Did you know about the Festival of Spring? Ever attended? If so, what’d you think? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the only place you can surround yourself with colorful blooms. Read about another here.

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