🪻Explore & More: Lavender in Littleton

ACT FAST!! Lavender Festival in Historic Downtown Littleton
Celebrate the beauty of summer with a relaxing day exploring fragrant lavender fields and one of Colorado's most charming historic downtowns! We'll begin at the annual Lavender Festival before spending a leisurely afternoon wandering through Historic Downtown Littleton, where local boutiques, cozy cafés, and sweet treats await. There are still 111 tickets for Saturday, June 18 at the 11:00 am time slot as of 7/10/26 and should be purchased using this link ASAP. Tickets are $17 for adults who aren't members of Denver Botanic Gardens, while $13 is the price for members.
https://tickets.botanicgardens.org/events/0196c049-ad6c-0f62-269c-0c1f802efb57

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Littleton Adventure Plan (Flexible)
10:30 AM | 🌿 Meet at Chatfield Farms
We'll meet at Chatfield Farms before entering the Lavender Festival. This is a great opportunity to meet your fellow explorers, use the restrooms, and snap a quick group photo before the festivities begin.

11:00 AM–2:00 PM | 🪻Lavender Festival
Spend the morning enjoying the sights, scents, and flavors of one of Colorado's favorite summer festivals!
Take your time exploring:

• 💜 Beautiful lavender fields
• 🎶 Live music
• 🛍️ Artisan vendors
• 🌱 Garden demonstrations
• 🍋 Lavender treats, drinks, and festival food (perfect for an early lunch!)
• 📸 Plenty of photo opportunities

There's no need to rush—enjoy the festival at your own pace before we head into downtown.

2:00–2:30 PM | 🚗 Drive to Historic Downtown Littleton
We'll make the short drive into Historic Downtown Littleton to continue our afternoon adventure.

2:30 PM-4:15 | 🛍️ Explore Historic Downtown Littleton
We'll spend the rest of the afternoon exploring one of Colorado's most charming downtown districts. Wander at your own pace as we browse unique boutiques, bookstores, gift shops, art galleries, and specialty stores.
If you're in the mood for a sweet treat, grab an ice cream whenever you'd like, relax on a shady patio, or simply enjoy strolling through the beautiful historic streets with new friends.
RTD Downtown Littleton Free Parking: 5777 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120

📸 Explore & More Photo Challenge: Capture your favorite moments throughout the day! Share your favorite photo on the Meetup page after the event. Our Explore & More admin team may feature community favorites in future Passport commemorative pages and other community highlights.

4:15 PM+ | 🍴 Group's Choice Dinner
After wandering and working up an appetite, we'll meet for more good eats and conversation at one of the following Littleton restaurants. Be sure to answer the event question to let us know your preference, and we'll make the reservation!

• The Lake House Kitchen & Tavern
• Angelo's Taverna
• The Farmhouse at Breckenridge Brewery
• Los Dos Potrillos

Stay as long-or as little-as you'd like!

We look forward to seeing you there :)