The designs of the floats for the 2026 Flower Parade are known. There is no overarching theme in 2026 so the design team have had a free hand in designing the floats.
Hillegom warriors
The float of the Municipality of Hillegom
The float of the municipality of Hillegom is dedicated to the knotweed. This native plant is spreading at a rapid pace and the municipality is using pigs to combat it. This inspired the municipality to base its annual float on this theme.
Once upon a time…
The float of the KAVB Hillegom, Haarlem and surroundings parade group
Like every fairy tale, the story begins with a touch of fantasy, a prince, a princess, seven dwarfs and an evil witch. This float takes you to this fairy-tale kingdom. Once upon a time… there was a dream on wheels.Like every fairy tale, the story begins with a touch of fantasy, a prince, a princess, seven dwarfs and an evil witch. This float takes you to this fairy-tale kingdom. Once upon a time… there was a dream on wheels.
Where spring begins!
The Keukenhof float
Every spring, the unique Keukenhof estate hosts a flower exhibition that captivates visitors from all over the world. In this float, the past and the future meet, from tulips to castles.
Insecte mécanique
The float of KAVB Noordwijkerhout
A remarkable machine that can only be set in motion through dedication and cooperation… Symbolic of the many volunteers who roll up their sleeves every year to achieve the best results. But also symbolic of a form of innovation that is strived for every year.A remarkable machine that can only be set in motion through dedication and cooperation… Symbolic of the many volunteers who roll up their sleeves every year to achieve the best results. But also symbolic of a form of innovation that is strived for every year.
A warm bath for everyone
The float of the Municipality of Teylingen
This parade float is like a bath full of bubbles: a symbol of warmth and renewal. As the municipality of Teylingen itself says: not just a place, but a home base. A warm bath for residents, entrepreneurs and visitors.
Cruise holidays in full swing
De float of Holland America Line cruises
A holiday where you can completely relax, waking up every day at a new destination. With this parade float, the journey is just as important as the destination.
The Frog King
The float of the Municipality of Lisse
This float brings the fairy tale The Frog King to life. The float features a frog with a golden ball, a symbol of love and connection. According to the municipality of Lisse, the float is a nod to the municipality as the beating heart of the Bollenstreek.
Relax in Noordwijk
The float of the Municipality of Noordwijk
In Noordwijk, you can slow down, do nothing for a while and enjoy nature. The parade float is based on the tranquillity of Noordwijk: the blossom branches sway gently in the wind.
Peaceful dream world
Van der Valk’s parade float
In this parade, white toucans frolic carefree and cheerfully in a world full of flowers. In this peaceful dream world, they make the world a little more colourful, with an olive branch in their beaks.
Keep cycling
The float of the Province of North Holland
The Netherlands is a cycling country, which is what this float is all about. The province of North Holland is working on cycle routes, such as the route from Haarlem to Amsterdam. Fun fact: designer Inge Quint’s dog was the model for this float.
Ready for action
The float of Paramount/ Nickelodeon
PAW PATROL is storming into this year’s Bollenstreek flower parade. Chase, Marshall, Skye and the rest of the pups are ready for action. The float takes you into a world of courage, friendship and teamwork.
Galloping Harmony
The float of the China Cultural Centre
The Chinese-themed float consists of two main sections. The galloping horse represents the Chinese Year of the Horse. The vase is filled with vibrant flowers. The float is intended to invite people to visit and discover China.
Ode to horticulture in South Holland
The float of the Province of South Holland
The province’s float is an ode to horticulture and the Bulb Region. From the first bud to the blooming bulb fields. Flowers, but also vegetables and plants, find their way from South Holland to the rest of the world. That is why the province has built a float that pays tribute to horticulture.
On the right track
The HOBAHO float
This float is driven by a passion for the flower bulb sector. The train symbolises quality, innovation and development. With this train, creator HOBAHO is clearly on the right track.
Live with water
De praalwagen van het Hoogheemraadschap
The water board works every day to keep feet dry and ensure sufficient clean water. In doing so, it always pays attention to the environment, because 90 percent of Rijnland’s working area lies below sea level. With the new float, the water board wants to show what its work entails and where it works day and night.
More on Flower Parade 2026
- General information about Flower Parade
- Reserve a seat on a Flower Parade stand
- Visit the Flower Parade construction days
- Everything about the Flower Parade route
- Designing the floats of the Flower Parade
- Events surrounding the Flower Parade
Hotel during the Flower Parade
The Bloemencorso Bollenstreek is part of Corsoweek. During this week, there are many events in and around the Bulb Region. It is therefore an ideal period to plan a weekend or week-long holiday. There is a wide choice of hotels and b&b’s available from where you can easily follow the events during Corsoweek. Popular are the hotels along the beach and near the flower fields. With children, it is also great to stay in one of the holiday parks.
Here are some tips:
- Our tips for hotels near Keukenhof
- Our tips for hotels along the coast
- Prefer a holiday park with activities for the kids? Then check out: Holiday park Duinrell, Roompot Dunimar or Center Parcs Zandvoort.
Tips Bollenstreek
Come and enjoy between beach and city and discover Holland from the most beautiful holiday region of the Netherlands. View our tips below.
- Breathe in the healthy sea air and enjoy the beach & dunes in the Netherlands
- Enjoy the colorful flower fields in the Netherlands and Keukenhof Flower Park
- Discover the real Netherlands in the polders & lakes area of the Netherlands
- A day out to a city? You will find no fewer than eight historic Dutch cities around the Bollenstreek
- A day out? Read our Tips for a Day Out?
- Take a look at one of the many museums in and around the Bollenstreek
- Fancy an active day? Enjoy one of the cycling routes and walking routes.
