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In the late-summer lull after summer berry picking comes to an end, and before the fall harvest activities begin, I always look forward to the many sunflower festivals our beautiful region has to offer. Wandering among the towering blooms can make for a lovely family outing. I love to snap some pics while my kids marvel at the giant stalks, and we all enjoy a break from the city hustle and bustle.
Here are my favorite sunflower festivals and fields around Seattle that are welcoming visitors this summer and early fall. And be sure to check out the Snoqualmie Valley Sunflower Festival hosted by the Carnation Chamber of Commerce. Many of the farms listed below will be part of the festival, which runs from Aug. 23–Sept. 15, 2024.
Mountainview Blueberry Farm Sunflower Festival
Dates: Friday–Sunday, Aug. 9–Sept. 1, 2024
This sunflower fest takes place at Mountainview Blueberry Farm in Snohomish and features — you guessed it — blueberries! Alongside the sunflowers, of course. Admission includes a wander in the sunflower and blueberry fields, furnishing loads of photo ops.
Info: Admission is $20.95 at the gate. Purchase tickets online and in advance for a discount; ages 2 and younger enter free. Add on a butterfly release experience on weekends ($9.95). Book tickets online.
U-Cut Flowers at 21 Acres Farm
Dates: Wednesday–Saturday, through mid-September 2024
Lovely 21 Acres Farm welcomes visitors to its flower fields any time that the 21 Acres Farm Market is open. In addition to sunflowers, you can find cosmos, sweet peas, marigolds, dahlias, snapdragons and more. Market hours are Wednesday–Friday, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Info: Stop by the market for a jar and some clippers and head to the fields to cut your bouquet. Blooms costs $18 per quart.
Lora Lee’s A-Maze-Zing Sunflower Maze
Dates: Thursday–Monday as available, starting mid-August 2024
This farm has cooked up not just one, but three mazes through the sunflower fields. Fun! But be sure to double check opening date — the sunflower blooms don’t keep a set schedule. Bring the whole family (but no dogs, please) to wander through mazes of beautiful blooms. While you’re there, admire the friendly goats.
Info: Admission is $15 for ages 13 years and older; $10 for ages 5–12; kids ages 4 and younger enter free. Dates are dependent on availability of sunflowers, so check the Facebook page for the latest updates.
Sunflower Days at Knutson Farms
Dates: Aug. 1–11, 2024
Knutson Farms in Sumner offers lots to do, see and eat at this annual summer celebration. Your entry includes a hayride, farm animals to visit, kids activities and yes, access to fields of gorgeous sunflowers.
Info: Admission is $15; ages 2 and younger are free. It costs $5 for a U-pick field pass only, where you can cut sunflowers and pay per stem. Book tickets at Knutson Farms’ website.
Maris Farms Sunflower Festival
Dates: Aug. 10–11, 17–18 and 24–25, 2024
Maris Farms in Buckley is a farm well known for its annual bumper pumpkin crop. It’s getting in on the sunflower bounty again and inviting families to enjoy the farm. The addition of zinnias make for a feast of color. Entry includes access to several acres of flower fields, tons of farm games and activities (including the mega slide, ziplines, jump pillow, ropes course and more), and one U-cut bloom to take home. Guests can buy additional sunflowers if they like, and this farm promises more than 20 different varieties of brilliantly colored sunflower blooms. On Aug. 10 check out the Classic Car Show and NW Classic Cornhole Tournament; Aug. 14 and 21 offer Photography Days in the evening.
Info: Tickets are $20 for ages 11–64; $18 for kids ages 3–10; and free for ages 2 and younger. Buy tickets online, in advance.
Sunflowers in Snohomish
Dates: Daily, Aug. 17–29, 2024
Thomas Family Farm hosts its annual celebration of sunflowers. Tickets for weekday entry include a U-cut option for sunflowers ($3 per bloom), entry into the sunflower maze and strolling the 12 acres of fields. Weekend tickets include access to the sunflower maze, fun park and one bloom to take home. Additional sunflowers and food items are available for purchase. A butterfly release is planned for Aug. 17 at 12:30 p.m.
Info: Weekday admission is $12; weekend admission is $20; kids ages 5 and younger enter free. Butterfly release is $29 and includes admission. Book tickets online.
Frisky Girl Farm’s U-Cut Sunflowers
Dates: Weekends, Aug. 17 through Sept. 29, 2024
This isn’t a festival, but the half-mile sunflower field at Frisky Girl Farm in North Bend opens weekends for U-cut sunflowers. And of course, you can snap beautiful pics among the blooms. Frisky Girl also has a farm stand where you can stock up on fresh produce. Their farm stand is now open daily, check Facebook for details.
You can come pick flowers from the fields on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. starting Aug. 17.
Info: Entry is $5 (photos only, does not include flowers). If you want flowers, it costs $40 for a large cup and $25 for a small cup. Pay when you arrive. Dogs are welcome on leash.
Rutledge Farm Sunflower Festival
Dates: Select dates, Aug. 17–Sept. 2, 2024
Snap your photos while wandering among the 4 acres of sunflowers planted at beautiful Rutledge family farm; a platform provides a unique over-the-fields view. Enjoy kids activities in the courtyard, wagon rides and selecting your special sunflower bloom (included in the ticket price). New in 2024, each guest will be given a raffle ticket to be entered for a chance to win a gift basket full of goodies from the farm.
Info: Buy tickets online to save a bit. Admission costs $16 for ages 12 and older in advance for weekend dates ($25 if you buy tickets at the gate), $12 for weekday entrance ($20 at the gate); $10 for ages 5–11 on weekends ($15 at the gate), $8 weekdays ($12 at the gate); kids ages 4 and younger enter free. Additional sunflowers will be available for purchase. Book timed tickets online, or pay at the gate (higher price).
Bob’s Corn Sunflower Experience
Dates: Daily, Aug. 17–Sept. 8, 2024
Bob’s Corn & Pumpkin Farm, famous for its fall pumpkin festivities, invites families to enjoy 50 varieties of sunflowers planted on 12 acres of its Snohomish-area farm. Wander among the blooms and take a bundle home — Bob’s sunflowers are available for U-pick. There are also snacks and other vendors on-site, plus plenty of fun activities for the kids.
Info: Weekday admission is $15.95 online ($20.95 at the gate) per person; weekend admission is $20.95 online ($25.95 at the gate) per person; flowers and other items for purchase. A discount is offered for seniors and military; tots age 1 and younger enter free. Book timed tickets online.
Schilter Family Farm Sunflower Experience
Dates: Sept. 5–8 and 12–15, 2024
Find this family farm in the Nisqually River Delta, just off Interstate 5, northeast of Olympia. Entry to the festival includes a wagon ride to the 5 acres of sunflower fields, planted with a wide variety of blooms in a range of colors and sizes. Snap your pics in the fields while the kids enjoy a romp in the playground and other fun activities. Cost of admission includes one bloom; additional U-pick flowers available for purchase.
Info: Advance tickets cost $11–$16; ages 2 and younger enter free. Book tickets online or pay at the gate (increased price).
Sunflower Fields at Stocker Farms
Dates: Sept. 21–22 and 28–30, 2024
You will discover a sunflower bounty at Stocker Farms in Snohomish, another site famous for its pumpkin crop and other fall festivities. This experience affords visiting families fields of gorgeous sunflowers for photo ops as well as additional blooms available for purchase.
Info: Tickets for the fall festival can be purchased online starting Sept. 9.
Spooner Farms Sunflower Festival
Dates: Friday–Sunday, Aug. 23–Sept. 1, 2024
Spend a sunny, summer day among the sunflowers at Spooner Farms. Check out multiple varieties growing in the field as you enjoy a leisurely tractor ride. Before heading home, stop by the farm store down the road for some berries and fresh produce.
Info: $12 ages 6 and older; $6 ages 3–5 years; ages 2 and younger are free.
Sunflower Festival at the Pumpkin Farm and Puzzle Patch
Dates: Saturday–Sunday, Oct. 5–6, 2024
JB Family Growers in Woodinville not only has sunflowers, but also boasts fall fun too. So, after exploring the vibrant sunflower fields, get lost in the corn maze then pluck a pumpkin right off the vine to take home.
Info: $15 ages 13 and older; $7.50 ages 2–12; ages 2 and younger are free.
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Editor’s note: This article was first published several years ago and was most recently updated for the 2024 season by associate editor Kari Hanson. New photography was added and all entries were fact-checked.
