Our float in 2017 Harvest Festival Parade illustrates three local legends: The Hackberry Tree, Mrs. Benjamin’s Gold Nugget, and Big Chief Rain-in-the-Face. Learn more of the full story behind each of these local legends.
Upcoming Events
May
12
Sat
11:00 am
Mother’s Day Tea
@ historic McIlvoy House
Mother’s Day Tea
@ historic McIlvoy House
May 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Our popular Mother’s Day Tea will soon be sold out – reserve your seat now! Reservations required and will be confirmed once payment is received no later than ten days before the event. Cost: $25 per person.
Jun
23
Sat
9:00 am
8th Annual Garden Tour
@ Arvada Center
8th Annual Garden Tour
@ Arvada Center
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Enjoy wandering through seven beautiful Arvada gardens at the Annual Garden Tour. Tickets available the day of the event, including a map for the self-guided tour directing you to the gardens. Visit the gardens in any order you please and
Aug
4
Sat
11:00 am
Victorian Lawn Party – Tea in th...
@ historic McIlvoy House
Victorian Lawn Party – Tea in th...
@ historic McIlvoy House
Aug 4 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Enjoy tea and a delightful light lunch, accompanied by chamber music, at our annual Victorian Garden Party. Advance reservations are required since seating is limited. Reservations will be confirmed after payment is received – no later than 10 days prior

Arvada Folklore
Our float in 2017 Harvest Festival Parade illustrates three local legends: The Hackberry Tree, Mrs. Benjamin’s Gold Nugget, and Big Chief Rain-in-the-Face. Below is the full story behind each of these local legends. Legends of the Hackberry Tree When the