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21ST ANNUAL
Lavender Festival
May 2* - July 20, 2025
5 to 10 pm
Open select days (click tickets button below to view)
Join us to celebrate the vibrant bloom of our organic lavender fields! Enjoy lavender-infused treats, live music nightly, tractor-pulled wagon tours, and more!
21st Annual
Lavender Festival
- Capture beautiful sunset photos in the lavender fields
- Taste lavender-inspired food, drinks and desserts
- 100,000 lights illuminate the farm at night
- Listen to live musical performances every night from 6:30 to 9 pm (with intermission between)
PET POLICY: No pets allowed. Service animals welcome. Be aware that we have free roaming farm dogs on the property that are friendly to guests but not friendly to pets.
GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES: As a real working farm, please be aware that many areas of the property are not ideal for guests using a wheelchair or walker (uneven ground, wood chip cover, etc.).
Live Music
Enjoy live music outdoors every night from 6:30-9:00 pm.
Lavender Food
Taste refreshing lavender-inspired favorites such as lavender lemonade and lavender ice cream.
Tractor Tours
Guided tractor-pulled wagon tours are available daily. Prices start at $8 per person. No reservations.
Workshops
From lavender and olive branch crowns to bath bombs and more, join us for hands-on workshops offered on select days.
Lavender & Farm Tour
Guided tractor wagon tour of our farm and learn about our crops and taste what 123 Farm offers.
Sip and Paint
Unwind with wine, creativity, and lavender-scented air. Join us for an evening of painting and sipping.
Lavender Bloom Report - Current photo of lavender 'French Fields' as of June 7, 2024
LAVENDER FESTIVAL
Things to do
DISTILLATION DEMONSTRATION
Daily 6 pm
guided tractor tours
Saturday & Sunday 6-10 pm
Monday to Friday 7-9 pm
sourdough bread hall
Daily 5-10 pm
Flower Eatery
Daily 5-10 pm
History tour
Fridays at 7:00 pm
lavender & Farm TOUR
Fridays at 6:30 pm
Begins Memorial Day weekend.
Cost: $50
REGISTER
WINERY TOUR
Saturdays & Sundays 6:30 pm
Indigenous GARDEN TOUR
Saturdays & Sundays 7:00 pm
Begins Memorial Day weekend.
Lavender Grill Booth
Lavender Carne Asada Fries GF
yukon gold potato fries, all natural ribeye steak marinated with our house lavender seasoning, shredded jack cheese, cilantro, red onion, chipotle sauce, lavender sour cream 25
Grilled Lavender Chicken Sandwich O
grilled organic chicken breast, lavender blackberry chutney, lavender aioli, lettuce, tomatoes, onions on a housemade hoagie served with organic fries 25
Falafel Plate O V
hummus, greek salad (tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, kalamata olives), falafel, pita bread, lavender-infused tzatziki on the side 20
Lavender Stead Sandwich with Fries
all natural ribeye, grilled red onions, lettuce, tomatoes, lavender aoli served with organic fries 25
O - organic
VG - vegetarian
V - vegan
Sourdough Pizza Booth
Fig & Lavender Goat Cheese O V
sliced dried black mission figs, organic goat cheese, garlic herb oil sauce, organic lavender carmelized onions, arugula 20
The Provencal O
lemon lavender ricotta, prosciutto, organic herbes de provence oil, mozzarella cheese, organic lavender caramelized onions 20
Margherita O V
fior di latte mozzarella, fresh organic basil, marinara 20
Pepperoni O
organic marinara, shredded mozzarella, organic pepperoni 20
Cheese O V
organic marinara, shredded mozzarella 18
Lavender Ranch O
organic dipping sauce made in house 3
Extra toppings
Cheese O 3
Prosciutto 3
Pepperoni O 3
Basil O 3
Burgers Booth
Desserts Booth
Jalapeño Bacon Cheeseburger + Fries O
roasted jalapeños, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheddar cheese 25
Lavender Lover Burger + Fries O
lavender aioli, lavender caramelized red onions, lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese 25
Cheeseburger + Fries O
lettuce, tomatoes, onions, grand oak sauce 20
Lavender Funnel Cake O
crispy lavender-infused cake with powdered sugar 20
Lavender Ice Cream O
honey, chocolate, strawberry, vanilla 10
Lavender Cheesecake O
creamy lavender cheesecake on graham crust 10
Lavender Brownie O
fudgy chocolate brownie with lavender 8
Lavender Lemon Bar O
lemon-lavender curd on shortbread crust 10
Lavender Shortbread Cookie O
buttery lavender shortbread 7
Festival Map
1. Admissions
2. Lavender Fields
Our organic lavender fields, located in two different areas, bloom at slightly different times depending on the variety, usually reaching their peak from mid to late June.
3. Sample Lavender Garden
Explore over 100 unique lavender varieties in our sample garden.
4. Distillation Demo
Watch a demonstration of the process of extracting essential oils from lavender. Demonstrations daily at 6 pm.
5. Olive Grove Photo Opp
Take a photo on a vintage sofa located in our century-old olive groves.
6. Historic Ranch Photos
See historic photos from the ranch’s past, including moments from Einstein’s visit, displayed outdoors from our original archives.
7. Flower Market
Browse a selection of lavender plants, floral-inspired gifts like candles, hand creams, and shower steamers, along with dried floral and lavender bouquets—all available for purchase.
8. 1000-year-old Oak Tree
9. Live Music
Enjoy live music starting at 6:30 pm, with performances lasting into the evening.
10. Master Gardeners of Riverside Booth
Get answers to your gardening questions, learn how to plant and care for lavender, and discover what grows best in our climate—including drought-tolerant options. Booth opens Memorial Weekend.
11. Lavender Food & Drinks, Sourdough Pizza, Lavender Bar Savor a variety of lavender-infused treats, from savory bites and desserts to lemonade and ice cream. Try our popular lavender and fig sourdough pizza, and grab fresh mini sourdough donuts at the donuts booth. Visit the Lavender Bar for signature cocktails like the lavender margarita, lavender whiskey sour, and more.
12. The Blacksmith Shop
Our historic blacksmith shop is home to the farm store, featuring bestselling 123 Farm hats, t-shirts, and totes, along with lavender honey, beauty products, and other unique gifts.
13. Tractor Pulled Wagon Tours
Take a 15-minute tractor wagon ride to learn about our ranch and see the lavender fields and the 1000-year-old oak tree. Tours run 6–10 pm on weekends and 7–9 pm on weekdays. Adults $8. Seniors/Students $7 and Children $5 (kids 3 years and under ride for free).
14. The Heritage Oak
At other events, we light this oak to resemble a willow tree—during the Lavender Festival, it’s draped with chandeliers for a romantic glow and the perfect photo spot.
15. Lavender S’mores Pits
Lavender S’mores Pits are open Friday to Sunday from 7:30 pm. Each 50-minute rental includes marshmallows, a classic chocolate bar, and our own organic lavender chocolate made with rare Criollo beans. Reservations recommended.
16. Sourdough Bread Hall
Enjoy freshly baked sourdough made in-house with ancient grains.
17. Black Bench Wine Bar
Savor wines from our own label, made with organic grapes. Join a free vineyard tour and tasting on Friday to Sunday at 6:30 pm.
18. Flower Eatery
Try floral-inspired desserts topped with edible flowers from our garden, plus our popular tea flight made with regenerative certified green tea.
19. Membership & Lost and Found
Upgrade your visit to a membership at the front desk; lost and found is located there as well.
20. The Organic Galleries
Explore nine themed shops celebrating our farm, including a provisions market, 123 Farm merchandise, beauty products, and candles. Enjoy our popular soft serve lavender ice cream at the Lavender Scoop Shop and lavender lattes from 123 Coffee.
21. Lavender Workshops
From lavender and olive branch crowns to bath bombs and more, join us for hands-on workshops offered on select days.
22. Casa de la Tapas
A collaboration with 123Dough, Casa de la Tapas is set in our historic Spanish courtyard and offers a rotating menu of seasonal small plates, some featuring 123Dough’s signature sourdough. Enjoy tastings paired with Old World wines, and on select days during the Lavender Festival, join us for special dinner events featuring guest chefs, unique collaborations, and food and wine pairings.
23. Lavender Pallet Maze
24. Friends of 123 Farm (Vendors)
Discover unique gifts in our cottage rooms, where local vendors offer a curated mix of handmade and thoughtfully sourced items. Vendor hours may vary daily at their discretion.
25. Preferred Parking
Frequently Asked Questions
admission
No. Tickets will not be available at the door. Please purchase online in advance.
Ticket prices vary by day. Click on the ticket link at the top of the page and select your desired date to see the price. There are no refunds for tickets. The event takes place even if it rains. In the event of severe high winds, the event will be canceled. Please check our Instagram page (@123farmorganics) prior to your visit.
Members do not require reservations. All membership levels can arrive on any day and time they wish.
TICKET CHANGE
If you purchased your ticket online, you can change the date you would like to attend on your own. Please click this link to learn how.
PHOTOSHOOT
We are only open to the public during festival operating hours. The Lavender Festival takes place from 5pm to 10pm and festival admission is purchased at 123farm.com.
Furthermore, while casual snapshots may be taken during your festival visit without the need to have purchased a separate Photo Permit Pass, all otherwise posed photography sessions with either non-professional or professional photographers will require separate purchase of a Photo Permit Pass.
General Photo Permit Passes are scheduled completely within festival operating hours and separately cost $150 for an up to 2-hour permit time slot. Private Photo Permit Passes, subject to availability, can be scheduled for times outside festival open hours and separately cost $600 for an up to 2-hour permit time slot. Please email customerservice@hsresort.com further regarding our Photography Policy for full information.
rules
No picnicking.
No outside alcohol or beverages (water flasks/bottles are ok). If you would like to bring in your own bottle of wine, a $35 corkage fee will apply (please come to the Front Desk to make payment).
No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.
No natural features may be removed from our property, including rocks, pine cones, wood, flowers, etc.
Please do not pick any fruits from our trees or plants from our gardens, including lavender.
Tickets must be bought online in advance.
Student and Senior ticket holders will be asked to verify age with ID at admissions.
Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.No drones allowed.
No animals are allowed onsite except for service animals as defined byADA
Golf carts will not be allowed on any walking paths and must park at the parking lot (parking fee still applied to golf carts, carts are parked at your own risk).The farm (Highland Springs Ranch and Inn) is not liable for any damage or stolen vehicles including golf carts.
Please keep in mind that we are a working farm, which means that the terrain will vary from gravel to dirt paths so the use of certain walking aids may be difficult.
Be aware of the nature that may be present including snakes, bears, coyotes and other wildlife.
Hiking on our trails is not allowed during the festival.
hotel
At this time we are not offering any of our hotel rooms to the public. We have no immediate plans to open the hotel portion of the ranch.
ticket discounts
Do you give discounts to Plein Air Artists?
Please email customerservice@hsresort.com for more information.
visiting
We are only open to visitors during festival event operating hours, and those without active memberships must purchase tickets online in advance. Please view our events at 123farm.com/festivals, and view tickets from an event's page to learn exact days and hours of operation.Those with online order pick-ups do receive pick-up information when specifically emailed if their order is ready for pick-up.
pets
No pets allowed on our property. We value all our guests with disabilities and we welcome service animals on our farm. Due to our property being certified organic and our philosophy to adhere and honor those rules, no pets other than ADA trained and harnessed service animals are allowed on the grounds. Service animals are as defined by ADA. As a working farm we have guardian dogs roaming the grounds. The dogs are friendly to people but are NOT friendly to outside animals.
parking
Please view ticket options at 123farm.com as the event will advertise if parking is either included in admission, or if it is separate. Ticket options can be purchased as long as they are available, and tickets must be purchased in advance. Bus parking is not available onsite. (During Spring festivals, bus parking at 123farm.com may or may not also be available for purchase.)
Active Members (Blue/VIP/Family), if parking onsite, do not pay for General Parking.
Golf carts subject to parking fees (Neighbor Pass holders exempt). Golf carts must be parked in designated spaces and are not allowed on any walking paths. Offsite Parking is only allowable along Cherry Valley Blvd. or Highland Springs Ave., to avoid being towed. The farm is not responsible for any damages or property stolen to your vehicles. Parking on our property means you consent to all rules presented on this website.
visiting
The event is held outdoors on a grassy area with gravel paths and the fields are part of our working farm. As such there are some areas that will be inaccessible to guests in wheelchairs.
visiting
The Lavender Festival takes place rain or shine. No refunds will be given due to rain. You may change your online ticket date for free the night before your reserved date (11:59 pm deadline).
visiting
The lavender varieties grown at 123 Farm are Provence (50%), Vera (40%) and Munstead (10%). The Provence and Vera typically begin to bloom in mid-June through mid-July. The Munstead usually begins to bloom near the end of May. Certain lavender varieties in our sample lavender garden begin to bloom in May. As a working lavender farm we harvest our lavender on an ongoing basis.
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