OUR 5TH ANNUAL
SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL
An experience the whole family can enjoy.
CANCELLED – Important Announcement from Sinkland Farms
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the cancellation of our 2026 Sunflower Festival.
Farming always comes with challenges, and despite our best efforts, this year's sunflower crop did not grow well enough to create the beautiful fields and experience our guests expect when visiting Sinkland Farms.
Making this decision was not easy, but we never want our visitors to leave disappointed. We'd rather be honest now than offer an experience that falls short of the quality you've come to expect from our farm.
We are incredibly grateful for your understanding, your encouragement, and your continued support of local agriculture.
The good news is we'll be busy preparing for our Pumpkin Festival, opening September 19 with a Wine Festival weekend, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back for another unforgettable fall season filled with pumpkins, hayrides, the corn maze, live music, delicious food, and family fun.
Thank you for standing by our family farm. We look forward to seeing you this fall!
Sinkland Farms 2026
Sunflower Festival
Are you looking for something
fun to do
this summer with friends and family?
About Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival
Experience the beauty of thousands of blooming sunflowers at the 5th Annual Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival, August 1–14, 2026. Stroll through vibrant sunflower fields, explore scenic walking trails, and capture unforgettable photos against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
On Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy the full festival experience with live music, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, ice cream from the Cottage Shoppe, and fun for the whole family. During weekday evenings, guests can relax with a drink from the Terrace Bar, wander through the sunflower fields, enjoy the walking trails, and let the kids play in the Kids Zone playground.
Whether you're looking for the perfect photo opportunity, a family outing, or a relaxing summer evening surrounded by nature, the Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival offers something for everyone. Photography passes and photo sessions are available daily.
Weekend admission is $10, and weekday evening admission is just $5.
When is the Sinkland’s Farms
Sunflower Festival?
August 1st - 14th, 2026
Mon-Fri, 4-8pm
Sat-Sun, 12-8pm
Experience Our
Award-Winning Farm
With a Summer Family Tradition!
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 was voted "Most Unique Festival" by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine, and will keep the family coming back all summer.
Our 5th Annual Sunflower Festival will be an experience you will remember forever!
Admission
Come and see it all! The price of admission includes parking, one sunflower, kids activities, and more.
▸ Explore Even More
Activities
So much to see, hear, taste, and experience! We have activities packed into each of our 2 weekends.
▸ Pick & Play
Schedule
Just like our 20 variates of flowers have something unique to offer, so does each weekend of the Sunflower Festival
▸ Plan Your Day
Make time to stop and smell the flowers at
Sinkland Farms Sunflower Festival
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“A sunflower field is like a sky
with a thousand suns.” -
Corina Abdulahm-Negura
>GENERAL ADMISSION
Sinkland Farms
5th Annual
AUGUST 1st - 14th
Open Every Weekday Evening with
Fun-Filled Saturdays & Sundays
MON-FRI 4-8pm
SAT/SUN 12-8pm
Sat-Sun: Adults $10 per ticket. Children ages 4-12 $8 and kids 3 and under are free!
Mon-Fri: $5 for all and kids 3 and under are free!
Access Kidz Zone activities
walking trails
Sunflower fields
food food trucks Sat/Sun only
craft beer and wine
Ice Cream for sale
And MORE!!!
Admission Includes:
FREE Parking
Live Music Sat/Sun only
1 Sunflower PER ADULT TICKET
Food Trucks Sat/Sun only
Arts & Crafts Sat/Sun only
Kidz Zone Playground
Walking trails
Access to Sunflower Fields with amazing photo opportunities!
Fun for the whole family!
Saturday, August 1
Food Trucks:
Wangs Food Truck - Steamed Buns, RouJiaMo, California Rolls, Cold Noodles, Pan Fried Buns
Empanada Nirvana - Authentic Puerto Rican food, empanadas, and more
Green Leaf Vegan Kitchen - Scratch-made plant based cuisine fried oyster mushrooms black bean burgers tacos
Bootleg BBQ - Fine smoked meats, fresh and fried sides
Arts & Crafts:
Sunday, August 2
Food Trucks:
Wangs Food Truck - Steamed Buns, RouJiaMo, California Rolls, Cold Noodles, Pan Fried Buns
Empanada Nirvana - Authentic Puerto Rican food, empanadas, and more
Green Leaf Vegan Kitchen - Scratch-made plant based cuisine fried oyster mushrooms black bean burgers tacos
Bootleg BBQ - Fine smoked meats, fresh and fried sides
Arts & Crafts:
Speakeasy by Eloise - Upcycled glassware and soy wax candles (wine and liquor bottles), Resin serving trays and coasters
Saturday, August 8
Food Trucks:
Cousins Maine Lobster - Lobster Rolls, Lobster Tots, Lobster Tail & Tots, Lobster Tacos, Lobster Quesadillas, Shrimp Tacos, Grilled Cheese, and Soups (Bisque & Chowder)
Cachito Mio Tienda Latina - Mexican Food
Wangs Food Truck - Steamed Buns, RouJiaMo, California Rolls, Cold Noodles, Pan Fried Buns
Green Leaf Vegan Kitchen - Scratch-made plant based cuisine fried oyster mushrooms black bean burgers tacos
Arts & Crafts:
Speakeasy by Eloise - Upcycled glassware and soy wax candles (wine and liquor bottles), Resin serving trays and coasters
Cheveyo Leatherworks - Leather goods: medicine bags, notebooks, purses and possible bags, leather bowls and Native American style flutes and more
Sunday, August 9
Food Trucks:
Wangs Food Truck - Steamed Buns, RouJiaMo, California Rolls, Cold Noodles, Pan Fried Buns
Cachito Mio Tienda Latina - Mexican Food
Green Leaf Vegan Kitchen - Scratch-made plant based cuisine fried oyster mushrooms black bean burgers tacos
Arts & Crafts:
Speakeasy by Eloise - Upcycled glassware and soy wax candles (wine and liquor bottles), Resin serving trays and coasters
Best display of “Southern hospitality” you will find
anywhere south of the Mason Dixon line, I promise you!!!
Family that owns/runs it make you feel
like your a part of the family!
Everyone should go check it out - it’s an amazing experience!
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Nathan May, Sunflower Festival Attendee
Voted The Best!
Voted the Best!
Sinkland Farms gathering spaces-barns with signature chandeliers, gardens, and a terrace with a gorgeous pergola, are a warm blend of rustic chic providing an atmosphere of graceful charm to any special event. You and your guests will feel enveloped in comfortable elegance and simple beauty. Achieve the experience and vision of your dreams at Sinkland Farms.
Moreover, our festivals are fun for everyone! We have activities to delight all ages: hayrides, Kidz-Zone, barrel rides, corn maze, pig races, walking trails, horse and pony rides, farm-ily animals, live music, local specialty food vendors and artisans, craft beer and wine. Sinkland Farms is the place to make memories rooted in family traditions - plant seeds of love!
Come out and see why Sinkland Farms Weddings, Events, Festivals, and Entertaining Party Space is “Voted the Best!”
“The Granddaddy of All Festivals!”
Front Magazine
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Top 10 Best Pumpkin Patches in Virginia For a Great Fall Adventure - Newsbreak
Grand Daddy of All Festivals - Front Magazine
The Best of Christiansburg 2023
Most Outstanding Attraction in Southwest Virginia - 2023 Southwest Virginia Tourism Board
Voted Best Pumpkin Patch in Virginia - Virginia Tourism
Best Farm to Visit - Blue Ridge Magazine
Best Special Event Venue - 2023 Virginia Living Southwest Virginia
Voted Most Unique Festival - Sunflower Festival 2022 Blue Ridge Outdoors
Editors' Favorite Pumpkin Patches In The South - Southern Living magazine 2022
Best of Virginia - 2018 Virginia Living Magazine
A "Top 10 Epic Venue" in Virginia - Sinkland Farms is the Virginia destination for fall fun
“Best Special Event Venue" by Virginia Living
“Platinum & Gold" by Bridebook
"Top 10 Epic Wedding Venue" by Only in Our State
"Top Wedding Venue" by Virginia Living
Walk our sunflower fields for
spectacular photo ops!
ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE
Our 2026 Sunflower Festival
will offer something for the whole family!
This event will become a family tradition for sure!
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Sinkland Farms Policy Notice
Family-Friendly Environment
Sinkland Farms is proud to provide a safe, family-friendly experience for all visitors.
We ask that everyone treat others with kindness and respect while enjoying the farm.
Sinkland Farms cannot be held liable for any accident or injury. Adults must accompany children ages 12 and under, and are responsible for their children all times.
Please Note:
Sinkland Farms reserves the right to remove any guest(s) from the property for:
Foul or offensive language
Disorderly or inappropriate behavior
Harassment or misconduct of any kind
Thank you for helping us keep Sinkland Farms a fun, welcoming place for families and guests of all ages.
Agri-tourism Waiver WARNING: Under Virginia law, there is no liability for an injury to or death of a participant in an agri-tourism activity conducted at this location if such injury or death results from the inherent risks associated with agri-tourism activities. These risks may include, but are not limited to, those associated with land, equipment, and animals, as well as the potential for participant actions that could contribute to their own injury or death. By participating in these activities, you are acknowledging and assuming these inherent risks.
>Make Your Reservation with your favorite photographer! Photographers purchase your pass now!
Have Your Special Day Photographed
with a Professional
Photographer!
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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!
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Whitney Linkous Photography
Real Life Moments Photography
K.Hancock Photography
C&J Photography
Poppy’s View Photography
More to Come!
We will be adding more photographers to the list as they register so check back soon!
Calling all
Purchase a Photographer's Pass!
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Purchase a Photographer's Pass! 〰️
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Photographers can schedule multiple clients in the same day and will have access to the fields and grounds for $100 per day for the entire 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 lifetime!
*Professional Photographers, who want to shoot come anytime to set up*
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Purchase a Photographer’s Pass: Secure your access to capture the magic of our festival.
Send Us an Email: Provide your contact information so we can keep you updated.
Start Advertising and Booking Sessions: Begin promoting your services and scheduling sessions to make the most of this opportunity.
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We look forward to showcasing your work and adding to the festive atmosphere of Sinkland Farms.
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
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Live Music
Live Music
Live Music at Sinkland Farms
Live Local Musicians!
Toe Tap’n Tunes for ALL AGES!
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Interested in playing at the Festival? Fill out the form below
Become a Food Truck, Artisan or Craftsmen Vendor
at Sinkland Farms Farm-ily Festivals!
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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. CHECK BACK WITH US TO SEE WHICH FOOD VENDOR IS AVAILABLE EACH DAY
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
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A: No, advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended, but admission can be paid at the gate.
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A: On weekdays general admission includes access to the sunflower fields, terrace bar, photo areas, farm animals, and kids zone playground. Saturdays and Sundays also includes live music, arts & craft vendors, food trucks, and cottage shoppe.
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A: Hours are 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Mondays through Fridays, and 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays from August 1 through August 14, 2026.
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A: The Cottage Shoppe serves up ice cream, kettle corn and other treats, and we will also have food trucks on Saturdays and Sundays!
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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.
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A: Yes, we do allow strollers and wagons.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 pumpkin 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.