Tea with Tulips
May 4 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Step into spring at Lakewood’s Tea with Tulips celebration, where vibrant blooms and peaceful surroundings create the perfect seasonal escape. Last fall, 50,000 tulip bulbs were carefully planted across the grounds and by early May, they’ll be bursting into color, transforming the landscape into a breathtaking floral display.
Take a relaxing evening stroll through the tulip beds while sipping thoughtfully crafted teas and enjoying sweet treats. Local vendors will be onsite offering tea samples, and COMPAS teaching artist Costanza Carballo will guide guests in a hands-on, tulip-inspired printmaking activity perfect for all skill levels.
As a special keepsake, the first 150 guests will receive a charming tulip-themed teacup to take home.
Come celebrate the beauty of the season, connect with your community, and experience Lakewood in full bloom.
Tea Vendors
The Bardo
The Bardo is an end-of-life home that focuses on restoring our relationship to death by living fully. The Bardo’s model focuses on reverence in the final weeks and days of life, tailored to what that looks like for each unique person and family. Care is informed by person-centered dignity care and uses integrative tools to create a holistic model supporting the hospice team. Surrounded by 40 acres of nature, we use all available resources to create a better experience for our guests and their families.
Northern Lights Tea Company
The Northern Lights Tea Company has been a part of the Minneapolis community since 2006, serving thoughtfully sourced loose leaf teas to locals and visitors alike. As we continue this journey, we’re slowly transitioning into a new name — Yutori — a word that speaks to the space and calm tea brings to everyday life. While the name may change, our commitment to quality, care, and connection remains the same.
Music by Minneapolis Jazz Guitar Duo
The Minneapolis Jazz Guitar Duo (MJGD) — featuring guitarists David Martin and Serdar G — brings a warm, sophisticated sound that blends timeless jazz tradition with fresh, modern interpretation. Centered around the intimate interplay of two guitars, the duo offers elegant renditions of jazz standards alongside jazz–infused takes on pop favorites, creating music that feels both familiar and unique.
Living Memory Tree
Honor and remember those who are loved and missed by tying a ribbon to our Living Memory Tree. Ribbons will be available at the front desk. Please use the provided biodegradable ribbons.
The Lakewood Welcome Center
This event takes place in the Community Room in the Welcome Center at Lakewood. This beautiful, state-of-the-art building provides a warm and sunny backdrop for community events, in addition to offering quiet space for families to gather and make arrangements for end-of-life.
Parking and Transportation
Driving Directions
Parking is available on any of the roads inside Lakewood’s gates unless otherwise noted with a no parking sign. Handicap parking will be available near the Chapel as well as the Welcome Center. Lakewood does not have an onsite parking lot – it is street parking only. This means you may have to park a short distance away and walk. We strongly encourage carpooling and public transportation.
Bus Directions
Metro Transit lines 6 and 23 stop directly outside of Lakewood’s gates, a short walk to the Memorial Chapel and the Welcome Center.
Bike Directions
Please lock bikes at the rack near the main entrance gates and walk to the Welcome Center. Do not lock bikes to trees or signs, leave bicycles unlocked on the grounds., or leave shared bikes or scooters overnight.
FAQs
Is there a minimum age requirement to participate?
No, all ages are welcome.
Do I need to register for this event?
No, there is no need to register. This is an open-house style drop in event. You are welcome to swing by at any time.
Is parking available?
Yes, you can park on any of Lakewood’s roads unless otherwise marked. Please be especially mindful of any funeral or processional parking signs. Due to high attendance, parking may be difficult at times. You may need to park and walk.
Handicap parking is available near the Welcome Center as well.
Will any other buildings be open?
The Memorial Chapel will be open.
The Garden Mausoleum and Community Mausoleum will be closed.
Questions? Email us at events@lakewoodcemetery.org
