Spring in Billings may be short, but that’s part of what makes it so special. One minute it’s crisp and quiet, and the next the city is waking up in full color. Blossoming flowers, bright blue skies, singing birds, and that unmistakable feeling of everything coming back to life.
Whether you’re a flower lover, a garden wanderer, or simply someone who wants to embrace spring to its fullest, here are some of the best places to experience Billings in bloom.
Tina & Daughters Iris Gardens. Open late May through late June. Thirty years of passion, thousands of irises, and one of the most beautiful free experiences you’ll find in Billings. This family-run garden reaches peak bloom for only a short window, making a stroll through its colorful rows feel all the more magical…and absolutely worth planning your trip around.
Image courtesy of Tina and Daughters Iris Garden
ZooMontana. Open year-round. Not only will you get to experience one of the top zoos in the country, but come spring, you’ll also find some seriously gorgeous blooms. As an accredited arboretum, ZooMontana is home to colorful flowers, a Sensory Garden, Botanical Park, Waterfowl Refuge, and more, all tucked throughout the grounds. The result? A full-on spring escape surrounded by 80+ of your closest animal friends.
DanWalt Gardens. Open May 1 – October 15. Equal parts storybook and garden oasis, DanWalt Gardens is one of the most enchanting places to experience spring in Billings. Bursting with flowering annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees, the grounds invite you to wander for hours, with each space feeling as stunning and tranquil as the next.
Image courtesy of DanWalt Gardens
Moss Mansion. Open year-round. This 1903 historic house is breathtaking year-round, but spring unlocks something special. The grounds are lush, the Conservatory is in full bloom, and the seasonal events like Tea Party at the Moss make it one of the city’s most charming spring outings.
Image courtesy of Montana Department of Commerce
Roots Garden Center. Open year-round. Part greenhouse, part coffee stop, part spring inspiration – Roots Garden Center is the perfect place to spend a slow morning or afternoon. Sip a coffee while you browse annuals, houseplants, shrubs, and fresh flowers, or get creative with a build-your-own bouquet or terrarium.
For even more spring blooms, check out these local garden centers, greenhouses, and nurseries:
In Billings, spring is a little fleeting and a lot beautiful. That’s what makes it worth savoring. From blooming gardens to peaceful green spaces, this is the season to get outside, slow down, and enjoy the colors of Billings.
