A curated literary escape with Little Blue Pigeon Books & The Magnolia Hotel Denver.
Little Magnolia Book Retreat is a thoughtfully curated weekend designed to inspire reflection, connection, and creativity through literature, conversation, and shared experience. Centered around Whistler by Ann Patchett, the retreat invites guests to explore themes of memory, relationships, art, and the stories we carry through guided discussions and reflective programming.
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Hosted at The Magnolia Hotel in Denver with Little Blue Pigeon Books, the weekend blends intimate literary conversations, wellness experiences, chef-driven dining, and explorations of Denver’s independent bookstore scene into a warm, restorative escape.
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Guests will enjoy curated welcome gifts, meaningful moments of reflection, and a community-centered atmosphere designed to linger long after the weekend ends.
The dates are July 17-19, 2026.
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Itenerary
Friday, July 17 2026
Arrival
Opening & Gathering
3:00 PM | Arrival & Check-In
Arrive at The Magnolia Hotel and settle into your room before the weekend begins.
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5:30 PM | Welcome Gathering
Join us for a relaxed welcome toast with bubbly as we gather, connect, and ease into the retreat experience together.
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6:30 – 9:00 PM | Chef’s Pairing Dinner & Literary Conversation
Enjoy an intimate, book-inspired dinner thoughtfully paired with guided literary conversation led by Little Blue Pigeon.
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
Reflection & Movement
Exploration
8:30 AM | Breakfast & Literary Reflection: “The Stories We Carry.”
Begin the morning with breakfast and a guided reflection inspired by Whistler by Ann Patchett. Through light journaling and optional conversation, guests will explore themes of memory, relationships, and the stories that shape us.
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11:00 AM | Wellness Session — “A Quiet Return.”
A grounding wellness experience incorporating gentle movement, breathwork, and guided stillness designed to restore and reconnect.
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12:30 PM | Lunch at Magnolia
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at The Magnolia Hotel.
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1:30 – 5:00 PM | Denver Literary Exploration
Spend the afternoon exploring Denver’s literary character through a curated visit to some of the city’s beloved independent bookstores.
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5:30 PM | Curated Group Dinner (Offsite)
Gather for a relaxed and social dinner at one of Denver’s local restaurants.
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7:30 PM | Evening at Leisure
The evening is yours to unwind, with guests invited to gather casually at the hotel bar.
Sunday, July 19th, 2026
Closing
Departure
9:00 AM | Breakfast & Closing Reflections — “Then & Now”
Gather for a final breakfast and guided reflection as we consider what we arrived with — and what feels different now. Guests are invited to quietly reflect, journal, or share thoughts inspired by the weekend’s conversations and experiences.
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10:30 AM | Departure & Check-Out
Depart feeling restored, inspired, and connected after a thoughtfully shared weekend together.
The Experience
All-Inclusive Retreat Experience
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Retreat pricing includes your full weekend experience at The Magnolia Hotel, including accommodations, literary programming, wellness sessions, curated dining experiences, welcome gifts, and all scheduled retreat activities.
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Once you arrive in Denver, everything else is thoughtfully taken care of — the only thing guests need to arrange is travel to and from the retreat.
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Retreat Pricing Per Guest:
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Standard King | Starting at $1,150
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Two Queen Room | Starting at $1,225
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King Suite | Starting at $1,295
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Space is intentionally limited to create an intimate and connected retreat experience.
