A burst of warm weather has it feeling like it’s closer to Tulip Time, and while the actual festival is still happening in early May, the group set to promote the celebration is ready to embark on an annual journey.

The Tulip Queen and Royal Court will debut on Tuesday, March 26th at 7 p.m. in the Pella Community Center. Queen Mia Andringa and attendants Ellison Ritzert, Claire Braafhart, Olivia Cunningham, and Alexa Klein will share the performance they will take to nearly 40 appearances between now and the 89th Tulip Time May 2nd through 4th, as well as unveil their Dutch costumes.

Andringa invites community members to consider volunteering their time at various locations throughout the festival, and to celebrate Pella’s unique heritage.

“Everyone can be Dutch for a day, and our whole community comes together to celebrate our Dutch heritage and it’s a really fun and welcoming atmosphere.”

Hear more from the Tulip Queen and Royal Court on an upcoming Let’s Talk Pella, which includes behind-the-scenes photos and video on the KNIA/KRLS social media channels.