OUR 4TH ANNUAL SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL
An experience the whole family can enjoy.
Experience Our Award-Winning Farm With a Summer Family Tradition!
Sinkland’s Sunflower Festival
Every Weekend!
August 2nd - 18th
3 PM - 9 PM
Sinkland Farms may be best known for its amazing annual pumpkin festival that draws people from all over throughout the Fall season—but our annual Sunflower Festival will keep the family coming back all summer.
Our 4th Annual Sunflower Festival will be an experience you will remember forever! Viewing our 8 acres of sunflower fields, with over 200,000 blooms, and over 20 different varieties of flowers will be a new summer family tradition. While our sunflowers will be the star of the show, we will have 3 weekends jam-packed with activities, music, food, and fun you won’t want to miss. Enjoy all the festivities at Sinkland Sunflower Festival, unlike any other!
A Family Tradition!
Listen to live music, explore local arts and crafts vendors, and tour the grounds through our walking trails. Even the pickiest eaters will find something to sink their teeth into with our wide variety of food trucks. Taste authentic southern barbeque, hand-dipped ice cream, and more. Grown-ups will enjoy a sampling of craft beer and wine. Picking a beautiful flower will be just the beginning of your day at the Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival.
Whether you’re heading to the farm with kids and looking for a family-friendly experience or simply curious about the best, most colorful backdrop to take a few fun photos there’s something for all ages here.
Sinkland Farms continues to bring special recognition to Southwestern Virginia by being recently voted "Most Unique Festival" by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine with a readership of over 350,000 across seven states along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sinkland Farms is one of the most Instagram-able spots in Virginia this summer with its sea of sunflowers. Endless rows of towering yellow flowers, each turning their heads upward toward the sun and basking visitors in their warm gentle glow…..talk about the perfect end of summer day trip!
Admission
Come and see it all! The price of admission includes parking, one sunflower, live music, kids activities, and more.
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Activities
So much to see, hear, taste, and experience! We have can’t-miss activities packed into each of our 3 weekends.
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Schedule
Just like our 20 variates of flowers have something unique to offer, so does each weekend of the Sunflower Festival
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“A sunflower field is like a sky with a thousand suns.” -
Corina Abdulahm-Negura
Sinkland Farms
4th Annual Sunflower Festival!
August 2nd - 18th
General Admission $12 per ticket for adults. Children ages 4-12 $10 and kids 3 and under are free! Access Kidz Zone activities, walking trails and Sunflower fields included in Admission. There will also be food options available from local food trucks, craft beer and wine, and Ice Cream for sale.
Fun-Filled
Fri-Yays!
3 PM—9 PM
$12 per adult, $10 kids 4-12, $11 seniors, military & first responders, free for children 3 and under at the gate
We will be open Friday evening for 3 weeks starting August 2nd from 3 to 9 PM, with specific weekday offerings. Enjoy our sunflower fields, ice cream, beer and wine, kettle corn, live music, and more.
Admission includes: 1 Sunflower per adult ticket, access to sunflower fields and walking trails, local vendors, access to food trucks, live music starting at 5p, Kidz Zone, games, etc., learning stations, and more!.
TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE: Click the “BUY NOW” Button.
Sun-Soaked
Saturdays &
Sunday: Fun-Days!
Sat: 3 PM— 9 PM
Sun: 3 PM —9 PM
$12 per adult, $10 kids 4-12, $11 seniors, military & first responders, free for children 3 and under at the gate.
We will be open Saturday and Sunday for 3 weeks starting August 2nd at times listed above. Enjoy our sunflower fields, ice cream, beer and wine, kettle corn, live music and more.
Admission includes: 1 Sunflower per adult ticket, access to sunflower fields and walking trails, local vendors, access to food trucks, live music starting at 5pm, Kidz Zone, games, etc., learning stations, and more!
TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE: Click the “BUY NOW” Button.
Admission Includes:
FREE Parking • Live Music & Other Performances • 1 Sunflower PER ADULT TICKET • Local Food Trucks
Artisans and Crafters’ Lane • Kidz Zone • Walking trails • Access to Sunflower Fields with amazing photo opportunities!
Fun for the whole family!
Please show your phone email for proof of purchase at our admissions booth. In case of inclement weather, your ticket will be good for any day prior to July 31ST.
Also be sure to check out our info on packages when purchasing your tickets!
Have Your Special Day Photographed with a Professional Photographer!
Are you looking for a photographer to capture your momentous occasion or photograph your lovely day in the sunflower fields on the rolling hills of Sinkland Farms with the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains? We have a list of photographers in which for you to choose below:
More to Come!
We will be adding more photographers to the list as they register so check back soon!
Photographers!
If you would like to be added to our list of photographers during the sunflower festival, send us an email with your contact information and start advertising and booking sessions today - be sure to hashtag: #sinklandfarmsllc
READ more about a ‘Photographer’s Pass’ & purchase in advance:
Calling all Photographers!
We are offering all photographers the chance to utilize our beautiful sunflower fields as the perfect setting for your next shoot! Perfect for family, newborn, senior, anniversary, engagement sessions, and more!
Photographers can schedule multiple clients in the same day and will have access to the fields and grounds for $100 per day. Each photographer will need to purchase a photography pass online or at the gate. The photography pass gives the photographer admission to the festival and the perfect canvas to create one of a kind images. All other persons will need to purchase a general admission ticket online or at the gate. Don’t miss this chance to capture stunning photos that will last a life time!
Want to shoot the fields at sunrise or sunset? Sinkland Farms is now offering sunrise and sunset photographer passes for $50! Click the link below for details.
Become an Arts & Crafts or Food Truck vendor at the Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival!
Interested in bringing your food truck or arts and crafts to the Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival? Click the link below to reserve and pay online for your spot today!
Q: Can i purchase additional sunflowers?
A: Yes, we will be selling additional Sunflowers throughout the festival. 1 flower $2, 6 flowers $10, 10 flowers $15. We also have unique pails and buckets available for purchase. Check out more on additional flowers, pails, and packages here.
Q: WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO EAT?
A: Lots! All weekend-long The Cottage Shoppe serves up ice cream, kettle corn and other treats. We will also have food trucks on Saturdays and Sundays!
Q: WHAT ABOUT IF I HAVE A SWEET TOOTH?
A: Every weekend, enjoy homemade selections from Leslie’s Kettle Korn and hand-dipped ice cream.
Q: what are the farm protocols during covid-19?
A: Check out our policies HERE.
Q: do you allow strollers & wagons?
A: Yes, we do allow strollers and wagons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: do you allow dogs?
A: Yes, dogs will be allowed at the festival. All dogs must be well behaved, leashed and the owners are responsible for cleaning up after them. Service dogs are also allowed. Only very friendly and well-socialized dogs are allowed. We reserve the right to bounce dogs that are misbehaving.
Q: do you have a farm & behavior policy?
A: Sinkland Farms is a privately owned property operated by family and team members that are committed to providing an enjoyable experience for our visitors. We expect our visitors to behave appropriately and responsibly. Those who do not; may be asked to leave without refund. Our farm has always promoted inclusivity, equality, kindness, and peace for our team and our visitors. We have a diverse staff and wholeheartedly support equal rights and opportunities for all. We employ security during festival hours to ensure the safety of our team and our visitors. No weapons are allowed on the premises. Our formal farm policy can be obtained by sending a request to SinklandFarms@gmail.com.
Q: do you have hand washing stations?
A: Yes, we are placing many handwashing and sanitation stations on the farm during the festival. We encourage guests to wash their hands and use sanitizer often. Each hand washing station is equipped with soap, water and disposable paper towels. Guests can bring their own hand sanitizer as well.
Q: do you have restrooms other than porta-potties?
A: We like to call our porta-potty facilities "farm restrooms." As we are a farm that is ever-changing, we shy against putting in facilities that would require permanent changes to the farm. We do our best to provide "farm restrooms" that are clean and user friendly. We thank you for your understanding.
Q: ARE YOU HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE?
A: Our farm is wheelchair- and handicap-accessible. We have handicapped parking and handicapped “farm restrooms." The pathways on the festival grounds are grass lawns. The sunflower fields are dirt, but are manageable as visitors take strollers and wagons. Our team members are always on hand to assist in any way possible.
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We always have a blast. Thanks for all you do for the community! No matter what time of year, every time we drive by the farm, my children ask, ‘Is it pumpkin time?’
Rebecca, Sinkland Farms Attendee
Our Sunflower Festival will offer something for the whole family! This event will become a family tradition for sure!
ADDITIONAL SUNFLOWERS
Pick additional sunflowers from our fields to add to your collection. 1 flower - $2.00, 6 flowers - $10.00, 10 flowers - $15. Be sure to check out our unique pail and bucket options available to purchase online with admission or at the gate. (while supplies last)
LIVE, LOCAL MUSICIANS
From 5-8p each festival day (except Sunday, July 23 - Ball & Chain plays 2-5pm and Sunday, July 30 - Lily Comer plays 4-7pm)
Let talented, local bands charm you as you enjoy craft beer, wine, snacks and even dinner. Bands play during hours scheduled only, so don't miss out! Entertainment schedule is posted on the website and facebook.
Music Schedule:
July 14 – Last Chance Band - Top 40, oldies, beach, bluegrass and country music
July 15 - TBA
July 16 – Leslie Brooks and Al Coffey
July 21 – Last Chance Band
July 22 – Last Chance Band
July 23, 2-5pm – Ball & Chain - Stripped down acoustic rock/Americana
July 28 – Last Chance Band
July 29 – TBA
July 30 – Lily Comer 4-7pm - Her unique voice has been compared to Patsy Cline who has a huge impact on Lily’s strong country sound
Interested in playing at the Sunflower Festival? Fill out the form below
Local Food Trucks
Each Festival Day
With local food trucks setting up each festival day, there will be plenty of options to fit every member of your families taste buds. Prices vary by vendor.
Pony Rides - July 22, 23, 29, 30
Pony rides for $7 for children offered by Winterfrost Farm.
Zip Line, Giant Slides and more!
Fly through the air on our Kidz Zip Line. Trust us, you’ll want to zip WAY more than once! Or, take a ride down our giant slide. Parental supervision with kids attractions is required.
Touch a Tractor
Do you or your kids love large farm implements and want to see them up close? We will have tractors available for fun farm photo-ops! Due to Covid, the tractors will not be open to sit in, but they will be available to see up close.
“I SCREaM, YOU SCREAM… WE ALL SCREAM FOR…”
ICE CREAM! Satisfy your sweet tooth with ice cream flavors for everyone. Served daily from our cottage shop!
ARTS & CRAFTS VENDORS
Sinkland Farm's festivals draws thousands of people every year to the farm. No matter your age or interest, there is something here for everyone. We accept applications every year for our arts and crafts vendor area,
Interested in be a vendor at the Sunflower Festival? Click the button below to choose and pay for your dates online.
FACE PAINTING
Sublime Creations Entertainment is happy to bring color and sparkle to Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival. Offering one of a kind Face Painting, Sparkle Station, Glitter Tattoos, Balloon Twisting and so much more! Prices vary
KIDS ZONE
Endless activities for children of all ages will have your kids asking to come back and visit the Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival each day!
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