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On July 11-13, 2019, the 17th Annual Lavender Festival takes place at the Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City. Guests will enjoy three incredible days of lovely lavender with an exclusive VIP shopping experience on Thursday night.

Since 2002, The Original Michigan Lavender Festival has offered a true "Symphony for the Senses." When you step inside the doors, the subtle, yet sweet, aroma of  lavender will begin to calm your nerves. Soothing harp music will add to your relaxing experience as it echoes throughout the event. The beautiful artisan booths will welcome you in with their impressive displays of lavender goodness for a wonderful shopping experience and you can restock all of those amazing products you’ve come to love over the years.

This event now features over 150 artists and makers with upscale handmade goods, along with a Food Truck Gathering with some of Metro-Detroit’s BEST Food Trucks.

This year, the event hosts the first ever Lavender Fest 5K Walk/Run, along with classes and workshops by best-selling authors/wellness wducators, Dr. Eric Z and Sabrina Zielinski.

As if that’s not enough, guests can hop on a free Shuttle Ride to Indigo Lavender Farms – just minutes away – to can stroll through 23 rolling acres of gorgeous lavender, pick a bundle and take photos. It’s so breathtaking, you’ll feel like you’re in the heart of Provence!

Hours for this year's Lavender Festival are as follows:

• Thursday: 4-8 p.m. (VIP/Sneak Preview Night)
• Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Admission to the lavender festival is $7 for adults and is free for kids 12 and under. Admission includes unlimited seating to all classes, demonstrations, entrance to the Food Truck Gathering (featuring 18 of metro Detroit’s best food trucks), a free shuttle back and forth to Indigo Lavender Farm, free activities and crafts for children ages 12 and under and free parking.