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Our 2026 Event Calendar Is Here! 💜

Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm

We’re thrilled to officially share our 2026 Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm event calendar! After an incredible 2025 season, we’re already dreaming ahead—and inviting you to join us for another year filled with blooms, workshops, festivals, and unforgettable experiences in the lavender fields.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or planning your first visit, there’s something magical waiting for you next season.

🌿 Lavender Farm Tours

June 20 – September 2, 2026
$20 per person | Book your tour today!

If you’ve ever wanted to learn what really goes into growing beautiful lavender, this is your chance.

Our guided farm tours include:

  • General admission to the farm

  • A 20-minute guided walking tour

  • Insight into our regenerative growing practices

  • A closer look at the flowers blooming in the field

We are also a certified wildlife sanctuary, so you may spot birds, pollinators, and other wildlife during your visit. Please drive carefully when arriving.

If you need accessibility accommodations, just let us know ahead of time so we can best support your visit.

Lavender Wand Making Workshop

Saturday, July 4, 2026 (All Day)
$40 per person

Celebrate the heart of lavender season with a beautiful hands-on experience. Our Lavender Wand Making Workshop includes:

  • Step-by-step instruction

  • All materials provided

  • Your own handmade lavender wand to take home

It’s the perfect way to slow down, get creative, and connect with the scent and beauty of fresh lavender.

💜 3rd Annual Santa Rita Hills Lavender Festival

Saturdays: July 11, July 18, July 25, 2026 | 12pm–5pm
Free Admission

We’re making the festival bigger and better for 2026—and this year, it happens three Saturdays in July!

Join us for:

  • Local artisan pop-up market

  • Food vendors with lunch, baked goods & lavender lemonade

  • Lavender wreathmaking classes throughout the day

  • Live music

  • Peak bloom lavender fields

It’s a joyful, vibrant celebration of community and bloom season—and we can’t wait to welcome you back.

Please note:

  • Parking is available on-site

  • Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate mobility-challenged patrons at the festival. We encourage those guests to join us for a farm tour on another day instead.

🎨 Wine & Design at the Farm

Sunday, July 19, 2026 | 1:00–3:00pm

Come paint with us among the lavender!

Your painting reservation includes:

  • Free admission to the farm (normally $10)

  • Outdoor painting under the oak trees

  • A relaxed, creative afternoon surrounded by nature

Guests are welcome to:

  • Pack a picnic

  • BYOB

  • Visit our farmstand for lavender treats and refreshments

  • Add on a guided tour (additional charge)

Please note: This is a wildlife sanctuary.
All sales are final. Reschedules may be available with 24-hour notice through Wine & Design.
For questions, call: (805) 868-1746

🌸 Flower Pressing Workshop

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 3:00–4:00pm

Discover the joy of creativity with our Flower Pressing Workshop, set amidst the breathtaking Santa Rita Hills lavender fields. Connect with nature and let your artistic side flourish in this unique hands-on experience.

  • Expert-led flower pressing workshop.

  • Beautiful outdoor setting among lavender fields.

  • All materials provided; perfect for beginners and enthusiasts.

  • Refreshments and light snack provided.

Immerse yourself in the tranquility of lavender fields, creating memories and art that will last a lifetime. Experience the joy of crafting in a serene, natural environment, offering relaxation and inspiration.

Stay Connected for Ticket Releases

Many of these events sell out quickly, so we strongly recommend:

  • Joining our email list

  • Following us on Instagram

  • Booking early when tickets go live

We’ll be sharing more class dates and special events as the year goes by!

Thank you for being part of our growing lavender community—we can’t wait to welcome you back to the fields in 2026. 💜🌿