Questions and answers
The farms, the bloom season and the festival, from the Sequim Lavender Growers Association.
Visiting the farms
Do lavender farms charge admission?
SLGA member farms that are open to visitors offer free public access during their regular hours. Some independent farms may charge admission, and U-pick, workshops and some events have their own prices, so check each farm's page.
Which farms are open when I'm visiting?
Each farm sets its own season, days and hours. Pick your dates on the planning page to see which farms list hours for them.
What is U-pick lavender?
U-pick, also called U-cut, lets you walk into a farm's lavender field and cut your own bundles. Many farms lend scissors, and each farm sets its own price and season.
Can I bring my dog?
Many farms welcome leashed dogs, and some don't. Check each farm's page for its pet rules before you bring a dog.
How many days do I need?
Half a day is enough for three or four farms in one part of the valley. A full day lets you see both ends of the valley, and a weekend leaves time for the Dungeness Spit, Olympic National Park or the festival.
Can I order Sequim lavender online?
Yes. Several SLGA member farms run their own online stores and ship their lavender and lavender products.
When to come
When does Sequim lavender bloom?
Mid-June through mid-September. Peak bloom is usually mid-July. English varieties bloom first; lavandins such as Grosso follow in July.
Do I have to visit during the festival?
No. Many farms are open on their own schedules through the summer, and a few stay open in the spring and fall.
The festival
When and where is the Sequim Lavender Festival?
The 31st annual Sequim Lavender Festival is Friday to Sunday, July 16 to 18, 2027, at Carrie Blake Park, 202 N Blake Ave in Sequim. Hours are 9 AM to 7 PM on Friday and Saturday and 9 AM to 5 PM on Sunday.
Is the festival free?
Admission to the festival street fair in July has been free. Details for 2027 will be posted with the schedule.
Where do I park for the festival?
There's parking at Carrie Blake Park and in nearby overflow lots. Follow the festival signs when you arrive.
When should I book lodging for the festival?
Book as early as possible. Lodging within 30 minutes of Sequim for festival weekend typically sells out by spring. If you're booking late, look at Port Angeles, about 20 minutes west, or Port Townsend, about 45 minutes east.
How do I become a vendor, volunteer or sponsor?
Vendor applications for 2027 aren't open yet. The vendor page explains how it worked last year, and the Get Involved page covers volunteering and sponsoring.
Getting here
How far is Sequim from Seattle?
About two hours with the Bainbridge or Kingston ferry, or about two and a half hours driving around through Tacoma.
Do I need ferry reservations?
No. The Seattle-Bainbridge and Edmonds-Kingston routes are first come, first served. On summer weekends and festival weekend, arrive early and check sailing times and wait estimates at wsdot.wa.gov/ferries.
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