The Lavender in the Valley Festival in Abiquiu, New Mexico is an annual celebration of lavender and its many uses. The festival takes place every July and features a variety of activities and events for all ages.

Events and Activities

This year’s festival will feature plenty of activities for attendees including fun things like a petting zoo, hayrides through the fields of lavender, yoga classes among fragrant flowers, as well as guided hikes along nearby trails. For those looking to take home some unique souvenirs or gifts there will also be plenty of local artisans selling handmade products such as soaps, oils, spices, wreaths made out of dried flowers and even jewelry crafted from purple stones mined in New Mexico’s Rio Grande Valley. And no visit would be complete without sampling some delicious food since there will also be food trucks serving up everything from tacos to ice cream sundaes flavored with fresh lavender!

Nearby Attractions

There are several historic sites nearby such as El Santuario de Chimayo which is a pilgrimage site featuring a shrine where visitors come from around the world every Easter season; Plaza Blanca which features ancient ruins located near Abiquiu Lake; and Tent Rock National Monument which is known for its spectacular hoodoos (natural rock formations created by erosion). There are also numerous restaurants throughout Abiquiu where guests can enjoy traditional New Mexican cuisine like green chile stew or carne adovada burritos while taking in breathtaking views overlooking red mesas or majestic mountainscapes. Finally if you’re looking for outdoor adventures beyond just visiting this quaint town then Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs is only about 40 miles away offering pools filled with healing mineral waters surrounded by towering juniper trees making it an ideal spot for camping or simply spending time relaxing under starry night skies.