Garlic Fest at Hillside Gardens

The Hillside Gardens & Event Center in Colorado Springs hosts its annual Garlic Festival on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Event Highlights
Garlic & Bulbs: Shop diverse garlic varietals for fall planting, plus spring-blooming fall bulbs like tulips and daffodils.

Food & Fun: Enjoy garlic-themed treats and eats from local food trucks.

Education: Learn growing tips and advice directly from gardening experts.

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I likely will be there part of the time. Just show up Flex Time and enjoy!

Garlic Fest at Hillside Gardens

Get ready to celebrate the mighty bulb at Garlic-Fest—a flavorful fall kick-off at Hillside Gardens! 🌱🧄

We’re bringing together everything garlic lovers dream of—from garlic bulbs for planting (fall is the perfect time!) to garlic-inspired eats from some of your favorite local food trucks. Explore 14 unique garlic varietals, learn how to grow your own, and pick up tips from our educational displays and gardening pros.

And it’s not just garlic—we’ll also have a beautiful selection of fall bulbs like tulips, daffodils, alliums, and more to get your garden blooming come spring. We have some great fall vendors joining us, including...

• Vigil Farms, Pueblo CO - Local Chili Roaster
• Mazzotti Farms, Hudson CO - (pumpkins, gourds, edible squashes)
• Jelly Madness, Colo Springs CO - jellies, marinades, glazes
• Moon Peppers, Colo Springs CO - pickled vegetables
• Josh & Johns Scoop Bus

Garlic Vendors

• Fillaree Farms. Kittitas County Valley WA - Organic garlic
  -Green Witch Homestead, Black Forest CO - elephant garlic, garlic products

Whether you’re planting, tasting, or just soaking in the garden vibes, Garlic-Fest is the perfect way to welcome fall with flavor.