Bloom & Learn

Workshops, Classes, and Presentations to Inspire Your Lavender Journey

Discover, Create, & Grow

At the Olalla Lavender Festival, learning is part of the adventure!
Explore a variety of workshops, demonstrations, and talks designed to inspire creativity, wellness, and a deeper connection with nature.

From lavender baking and crafting to wellness practices and gardening tips, there's something blooming for every curious heart.

Come ready to try something new — and leave with new skills, sweet memories, and a little extra lavender joy!

Breathe & Bloom: Qigong in Nature

A serene & invigorating experience set in the peaceful beauty of nature. Surrounded by trees and fresh summer air, engage in gentle, flowing movements designed to harmonize mind, body, & spirit.

Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM at the Olalla Grange

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Live Music at the Grange

Live music all weekend at the Grange! Local bands, good vibes, and dancing in the lavender-scented air.

Free and joyful!

All day Saturday and Sunday

at the Olalla Grange

Who's Playing?

A Taste of Lavender: Baking with Flowers

Discover the art of baking with lavender! Create a fragrant, delicious pie and learn how to bring floral joy to your kitchen.

Saturday @ 3:00 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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Lavender Wind Chime

Create your own lavender-inspired wind chime — a beautiful, breezy reminder of the festival’s joy and the spirit of summer.

Sunday @ 2:00 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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Wreaths in Bloom

Create your own beautiful lavender wreath and bring the calming, fragrant magic of the festival home with you.

On-going at the Crescent Valley

Lavender Farm

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Lavender Corn Husk Dolls

Craft a charming lavender-scented corn husk doll — a sweet keepsake blending tradition, creativity, and the calming spirit of lavender.

Sunday @ 12:30 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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Lavender in Your Garden: Tips for Success

Learn the essentials of growing healthy, vibrant lavender — from planting and pruning to harvesting fragrant blooms year after year.

Saturday & Sunday 11:00 AM

at the Olalla Grange

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Lavender Dreams: A Journey Through Provence

Join us for a special presentation celebrating Olalla’s unique Sister Festival connections with not one, but two vibrant lavender celebrations in Provence, France!

Saturday 1:00 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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Community Canvas Project

Add your brushstroke to a collaborative artwork celebrating community, creativity, and joy — a gift for a local organization.

All day Saturday & Sunday at the Olalla Grange

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Lavender Sunset Ecstatic Dance

Celebrate the day with free-spirited movement as the sun sets on the festival. A joyful, all-ages Ecstatic Dance session, no steps to follow, just music, movement and good vibes!

Saturday at 5:00 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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From Olalla

with Love

Join us in celebrating our sister festival connections in France! Stop by to sign a postcard and help us send a wave of lavender joy across the Atlantic. A simple gesture, a beautiful bond.

All day Saturday and Sunday at the Grange

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Lavender & Mandalas

Tap into your creativity and calm your mind: paint beautiful mandala designs on natural stones! No experience needed, just come ready to unwind and create!

Saturday at 4:00 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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Tiny Blooms: Kids’ Activities

A fun corner for kids to color, create, and celebrate lavender — lovingly offered by Olalla Bay Child Care!

From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday and Sunday

at the Olalla Grange

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Plein Air Painting at the Winery

Watch talented artists capture the beauty of the festival and vineyard landscapes in real time with plein air painting sessions.

On-going Saturday and Sunday at the Olalla Vineyard & Winery

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Lavender Uncovered: Stories, Secrets & Scents

Discover the rich story and everyday magic of lavender — with a hands-on sachet project to take home!

Saturday at 2:00 PM and Sunday at 12:00 PM

at the Olalla Grange

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Lavender Wishing Tree

Write your hopes, dreams, or kind thoughts on a tag and hang them on our lavender-adorned Wishing Tree. A moment of reflection and beauty for all ages.

On-Going Saturday and Sunday at the Olalla Grange

Just Come Make a Wish!

Water Color Painting Class

Discover the joy of watercolor! Learn techniques to create beautiful lavender and nature-inspired scenes in a relaxing, creative atmosphere. Just bring your imagination!

Sunday at 11:00 AM

at the Ooh La La Lavender Farm

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Lavender Spray or Swag

Create your own fragrant lavender spray or swag! A hands-on, joyful experience using fresh lavender, perfect for adding a beautiful, personal touch to your home, a gift, or your festival day.

Saturday at 11:00 at the Ooh La La Lavender Farm

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Unicorn Mini Photo Shoot

Bring the magic to life with our Unicorn Mini Photo Shoot — a fun, whimsical moment just for kids! Strike a pose, smile big, and capture a memory to treasure.

Starting Sunday at 6:00 PM

at the Ooh La La Lavender Farm

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More to Explore!

Visit the Gathering Places page for additional fun, from special demos to mini workshops, live music, and hands-on activities. There’s something blooming at every stop on the trail!

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And There's More to Explore…

In addition to the activities listed above, each of our Gathering Places is hosting their own unique experiences — from workshops and tastings to live demos and local surprises!

Visit the Gathering Places page to discover what’s happening at each venue. Activities are listed under each location’s name on the dedicated page.

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