Looking for a fun summer activity? Why not visit one of the many sunflower fields near me in Virginia and Maryland! Sunflowers are in full bloom from July to September, so there’s plenty of time to check out these beautiful fields. I’ve compiled a list of 14+ sunflower fields near me in Virginia and Maryland that you can visit this summer with your family. So get your camera ready and check out one of these PYO Sunflower farms:

Sunflower Field at Gaver Farm Frederick, Maryland

Tips for visiting Sunflowers Fields Near Me in Washington DC

Bring bug spray and sunscreen, especially on a hot day.
Bring water and stay hydrated.
Dress accordingly, pack a hat, and wear closed-toed shoes.
Keep in mind that some farms don’t have bathrooms, and others have porta potties. Be sure you stop for a bathroom break before your visit.
If you a visiting with kids, please note that most farms are not stroller friendly.

Sunflower Fields in Virginia:

Burnside Farms

Address: 11008 Kettle Run Road, Nokesville, VA 20181

Hours: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Season Start: TBD (It’s expected to open mid-July)

Cost: $12/adults (13+), $8/children (ages 3 – 12 years old)

Notes: The farm offers free umbrellas, flower-picking baskets, and scissors if needed.

Every year Burnside Farms opens its door for the Summer of Sunflowers. The farm features over 50 acres of beautiful sunflowers that you can admire. They also have a Sunflower Maze, hayrides, a playground, and an inflatable jump pad for kids to enjoy. An adult ticket admission allows you to pick three sunflowers to take home. Additional flowers can be purchased.

Auburn Farm Sunflower Patch

Address: 17736 Auburn Rd, Brandy Station, VA 22714

Hours: 10 am – 6pm

Season Start: September 2024

Cost: $10/adult (ages 5 and under are FREE)

The Auburn Farm Sunflower Patch offers more than pick your own sunflowers. Their annual sunflower festival is packed with many fun kids activities, yard games, a corn maze, and weekly food vendors for the whole family to enjoy. An adult ticket admission allows you to pick ten sunflowers to take home.

Braehead Farms

Address: 1130 Tyler St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Hours: 9 am- 6 pm

Season Start: Now open

Cost: No Admission Fee to cut Sunflowers (Only pay for what you cut)

Our kids really enjoyed visiting Braehead Farms every year for strawberry picking season. If you are planning a trip there, they also have a sunflower field where you can cut your own flower. The farm also feature a playground, slides, farm animals and many other attraction for kids to enjoy for a fee of $5. Click here to read more about the Ultimate List To Strawberry Picking Guides In The DMV.

Great Country Farms

Address: 34345 Snickersville Turnpike, Bluemont, VA 20135

Hours: 10 am-5 pm

Season Start: July 20th – August 11, 2024

Cost: $14/adults (18+), $12/children (ages 3 – 17 years old)

It’s peach and sunflower picking at Great Country Farms. Their summer pick your own season offers a variety of fruit choices, flowers, and fun outdoor activities for kids. In addition, you can expect to see some farm animals and enjoy live music if you are visiting on a weekend. Great Country Farm is one of our favorite places to visit because there are so many things to do.

Click here to see our review about Great Country Farms

Hollin Farms

Address: 1584 Snowden Rd, Delaplane, VA 20144

Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Wednesday- Saturday)

Season Start: July – September

Cost: Varies, check their website for more details.

Are you looking to cut sunflowers and pick up fruits such as peaches, pears, plums, and blackberries? If so, you will enjoy taking a trip to Hollin Farms.

Field of Flowers

Address: 37879 Allder School Rd, Purcellville, VA 20132

Hours: 9 am-6 pm (Wednesday- Sunday)

Season Start: July 13th

Cost: Small bouquet cups are $15, Large bouquet cups are $20, and Pail Sized Bouquet is $40

The field of Flower has a large area full of sunflowers where your family can enjoy some privacy as you cut your own flowers.

Cullipher Farm Market

Address: 1444 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Hours: 9:00 am – 6pm (daily)

Season Start: Now open

Cost: $2 per open bloom

Cullipher Farm Market is now open for pick your own sunflower Tuesdays thru Sunday. The farm has a strict photography policy— so be sure to check out there website here.

Sunflower Fields in Maryland:

Magnolia Meadow Farms

Address: 13001 Creagerstown Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788

Hours: 9 am – dusk

Season Start: September 19th

Cost: $15

Magnolia is one of the best sunflower fields in Maryland. This year the farm will be kicking off their fall season starting September 19th and ticket sales will be release on July 8.

McKee-Beshers Wildlife Area

Address: 18600 River Rd, Poolesville, MD 20837

Hours: Opens 24 hours

Season Start: The sunflowers are now in bloom

Cost: FREE

The sunflower field at the McKee-Beshers is officially in full bloom. If you are planning a visit soon, there are a few things I want you to keep in mind. The parking lot is limited, so you should plan to visit early in the day. The trail to get to the sunflower field can be confusing, I highly suggest you use the alltrails app or follow the exact location listed in there. One more thing, there’s no bathroom in there so make a stop before getting there.

Gaver Farm

Address: 5501 Detrick Rd, Mt Airy, MD 21771

Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Season Start: September

Cost: $11.50 general admission

Gaver Farm sunflowers field is scheduled to open on September of 2024!

The sunflower field near me in Maryland features a piano, a swing chair, and many other photo props. Also, during the fall season, the farm offers free hayrides to the apple picking and sunflower field. Their Fall Fun Fest features over 65 attractions such as a corn maze, farm animals, jumping pillow, pedal karts, playgrounds, giant slides, and much more. We visited last year and my kids had a blast, oh don’t leave without trying their cider slushy. I wish I can have one right now!

Summers Farms

Address: 7503 Hollow Rd, Middletown, MD 21769

Hours: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Season Start: August 17th

Cost: $12

The sunflower festival will kick off on August 27th and it will feature outdoor games, farm animals, apple cider donuts and much more. Be sure to check out their website to get all of the details.

Goldpedal Farms Maryland

Address: 37254 Manor Rd, Chapxtico, MD 20621

Hours: 10:00 am- 8:30 pm

Season Start: Now open

Cost: $15 (6+) /Kids (6 and under are FREE)

Notes: Pet-Friendly

Cut-your-own flower field features stunning sunflowers and colorful zinnias. Enjoy their free paint stations, corn holes, scavenger hunt, and boundless picture opportunities.

Butler’s Orchard

Address: 22222 Davis Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

Hours: 8:30 am-6:00 pm (Closed on Mondays)

Season Start: Now open for the season

Cost: $12 for a flower bouquet

This is one of my favorite outdoor places to go! It’s considered a “pick your own food” farm. Depending on the time of the season and what’s growing, you can drive around to different fields and pick your own fruit, vegetable, and even flowers! Make sure you check their website to see what’s in season, make reservations to visit the farm and stop by their indoor market for the BEST selection of in-season produce!

Rocky Point Creamery

Address: 4323 Tuscarora Rd, Tuscarora, MD 21790

Hours: 11:30 am – 8:30 pm (closed on Mondays)

Season Start: Be on the lookout for more details on their opening date

Cost: $1 per flower

This year Rocky Point Creamery is partnering with St. Jude Children’s Hospital. All of the donations they received from their Sunflower Field Picking will go directly to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. This is a great location to stop by for ice cream, milkshakes, coffee, and of course the sunflower field.

The Sunflower Gardens

Address: 2390 Manchester Rd, Westminster, MD 21157

Hours: 11:00 am -3:00 pm (Wednesday – Sunday)

Season Start: July 20

Cost: $12

Some many beautiful sunflowers and wildflowers to pick for yourself. The Sunflower Garden provides clippers and buckets/baskets to use while you pick. Also, you can purchase a vase from them for $12 to place your flowers.

The Maryland Agricultural Resource

Address: 1114 Shawan Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030

Hours: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday (9 am-5 pm),

Season Start: Late August through September

Cost: $1 per stem and $10 for a dozen stems

Stop by their field of sunflowers that you can pick and pay for. When the sunflowers are in full bloom they are amazing.

Sunflower of Lisbon

Address: 15875 Frederick Rd, Woodbine, MD 21797

Hours: 9 am – 8:30 pm

Season Start: Now open for the season

Cost: $15 (Admission cost)

Notes: Pet-Friendly

If your are looking for a dog- friendly sunflower field in Maryland, stop by Sunflower of Lisbon. The admission cost is $15 per person and includes 3 free stems to cut. Additional stems can be purchase for $4 dollar each. Tickets can be purchase online or when you arrive at the farm.

I hope you get to visit one of the many Sunflower Fields in Virginia and Maryland this summer.