Sunflower Festival
FARM closing early at 5pm august 28 & 29
Nebraska's Largest
Sunflower Festival
August 21- September 7
Wander through over 14 acres of breathtaking sunflowers, explore fields filled with colorful blooms, create your own bouquet, and spend the day making memories at Nelson Produce Farm. Whether you're looking for the perfect family outing, a girls' day, a date night, or incredible photos, our Sunflower Festival is one of Nebraska's favorite late-summer traditions.
The sunflower fields are in peak bloom ! 🌻
Pizza Night
Pizza + Live Music + Sunflowers
Spend Friday night at the farm with fresh pizza, live music, and sunset views!
Come early to explore the farm and sunflower fields, then grab a pizza, find a spot to relax, and watch the sunset in the sunflowers while enjoying live music.
Friday, September 4 | Pizza 5–9 PM
With only a few days left of Sunflower Festival, it’s the perfect way to spend one more summer evening at the farm.
Bloom Status & Field Conditions
Updated September 2
North Field
IN FULL BLOOM
Home to 20+ unique sunflower varieties, the North Field is beginning to bloom! More and more flowers are opening every day, bringing new colors and varieties to the field as Sunflower Festival continues.
South Field Top + Middle Terraces
IN FULL BLOOM
The Top Terraces are blooming! Sunflowers are open throughout the field, with more blooms opening every day. Come walk through the flowers, take photos and pick your own sunflower to take home.
South Field Bottom Terrace
IN FULL BLOOM
The bottom terraces is in full bloom with more blooms opening everyday!
Festival Highlights
U-Pick Flowers
Take home a bouquet that's uniquely yours!
Our U-Pick Flower Fields feature more than just sunflowers. Wander through colorful blooms and hand-select your favorite flowers to create a custom bouquet you'll enjoy long after your visit.
Pricing:
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1 Free Sunflower Included with admission
Sunflowers:
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$3/stem
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20 stems for $20
Vases:
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Small Vase: $25
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Large Vase: $35
(includes as many sunflowers you can fit!)
Included with Admission
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One FREE Sunflower Per Ticket
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Access to 14+ acres of sunflower fields
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Farm animals
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Hayrack rides
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Barrel Train
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Jumping Pillows
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Hay Pyramid
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Treehouse
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Spider Web
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Trike Track
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Playground
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Yard games
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& More!
Ticketed Special Events
Rise & Bloom
Experience the peaceful beauty of the sunflower fields before the farm opens. Enjoy cooler morning temperatures, fewer crowds, and incredible sunrise views.
Bouquet Workshops
Learn tips and techniques for creating beautiful flower arrangements while building your own bouquet to take home.
Photographer Nights
Exclusive evening access to the flower fields during golden hour, giving photographers and guests the opportunity to capture stunning sunset photos.
Butterfly Releases
Watch hundreds of butterflies take flight among the blooming flowers during one of our most popular festival traditions.
Ticketed Events
A Note About Specialty Flowers
We planted specialty flowers with hopes of adding even more color to the fields this year, but Mother Nature had other plans!
Unfortunately, many of our specialty flowers did not grow as expected.
The good news? Our 20+ varieties of sunflowers are still growing, and we can't wait to see the variety field come to life as they begin blooming.
Farming is always an adventure, and sometimes Mother Nature gets the final say!
FAQ, Hours, & Admission
Tuesday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri Aug 28 & Sat Aug 29- 9:00AM-5:00PM
Friday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed Mondays (Except Labor Day)
Admission is required for entry.
Tuesday-Thursday Admission: $15 per person
Friday-Sunday Admission: $20 per person
Children 3 & under: Free.
Tickets may be purchased online or at the Admissions Barn. Purchasing online is recommended to save time when you arrive.
Our sunflower fields bloom in stages throughout the festival, so you'll see beautiful flowers during your visit no matter when you come. We currently anticipate peak bloom to be August 21–23, though timing may shift slightly depending on weather and growing conditions. Follow our social media for the latest bloom updates before your visit.
Every paid admission ticket includes one FREE sunflower to pick and take home. If you'd like to create a larger bouquet, additional sunflowers and other U-Pick flowers are available for purchase.
Photographers are welcome to take photos during regular business hours with standard admission. We ask that props be limited to items you can easily carry and that no props be placed in the flowers. Please be mindful of other guests and avoid disrupting their experience during your visit.
For the safety of our guests, animals, and crops, pets are not allowed on the farm during the Sunflower Festival.
Yes! The Sunflower Festival is family-friendly and includes access to play areas, farm animals, food and drinks, and plenty of space to explore.
Yes. Bloom timing and field conditions are influenced by weather. In the event of severe weather, updates will be shared on our website and social media.
For media, press, or partnership inquiries related to the Sunflower Festival, please contact tori@nelsonproduce.com to arrange interviews, coverage, or additional information.
Many areas of the farm, including main walking paths and gathering areas, are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. However, some portions of the sunflower fields and attractions may have uneven or natural terrain.
Your Summer Adventure Is Closer Than You Think!
Find Sunflower Festival at Nelson Produce Farm in Valley, Nebraska, just a short drive from the Omaha metro.
10505 N 234th Street
Valley, NE 68064
450,000+
Sunflowers
14+
acres of Sunflowers
30+
Varieties of flowers
Farm Activities
U-Pick Flowers
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