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Last updated August 21, 2025
Late July through September is sunflower season in southeastern Wisconsin, and sunflower fields near Milwaukee are already starting to bloom. Families can wander through sunflower mazes, cut their own stems, and enjoy photo-worthy flower fields just a short drive from the city.
🌻 Looking for even more fall adventures? Don’t miss our Milwaukee Fall Family Fun Guide and the interactive Milwaukee Fall Fun Map to plan pumpkin picking, corn mazes, and more seasonal fun around Milwaukee.
Here are the best sunflower farms and fields near Milwaukee in 2025:
Top Picks for Sunflower Fields Near Milwaukee
- Closest to Milwaukee: Lannon Sunflower Farm – Just minutes from the city with mazes and U-pick sunflowers.
- Best for Photos: Basse’s Apple & Sunflower Fest – Sunflower mazes, zinnias, rides, and more.
- Best Day Trip: Eugster’s Farm Market – 15 acres of sunflowers near Madison.
- Best for Kids: Buffalo Bill’s Pumpkin Farm – Play structures, games, and a late-September Sunflower Fest.
What’s New for Sunflower Season 2025
- Lannon Sunflower Farm (Menomonee Falls)
After recent storms, the fields are open again and looking beautiful! This year, visitors can also enjoy:- Raspberry picking ($8/pint, baskets provided)
- Fresh sweet corn stand ($7 per bag, picked daily)
- A brand-new kids’ adventure trail and corn maze with a slide in the woods
- Old Homestead Farm: Kids will love the new old-fashioned farm games and activities, including a Music Wall, Hopperball basketball game, and a brand-new Gaga Pit. The U-Pick apple orchard is now open, and the farm’s friendly chickens and animals are still a big part of the experience. This season, the sunflower maze is half-price due to heavy summer rain. There will also be pony rides the first two weekends and a “Build Your Own Caramel Apple” event.
- Flora Fields in Kohler – A fresh fall destination featuring 11 sunflower varieties, plus corn maze fun, hay forts, and more.
Sunflower Fields Near Milwaukee: Interactive Map
Planning your family outing? Use this interactive map to find sunflower fields near Milwaukee. Click on each pin for details like location, website, and family-friendly features.
We also have an interactive Milwaukee Fall Fun Map where you can search apple orchards, haunted trails, and more by location.
Sunflower Farms Near Milwaukee (Full List)
Lannon Sunflower Farm
📍W204 N8525 Lannon Rd., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
lannonsunflowerfarm.com
Opens early August, Sunflower picking season at Lannon typically lasts through late-September. There’s also wildflower butterfly gardens, Kids corn mazes, adventure trail through woods and giant tube slide. U-Pick pumpkins and fall raspberries in season. Admission ($20 per vehicle) includes 12 U-Pick sunflowers. Zinnias also available for picking. Well-mannered pets are allowed as long as they are leashed (leave only pawprints behind!).
Pro Tip: The farm does not accept electronic forms of payment, so bring cash.
Reader Review:
“We went yesterday morning and did family photos there. Beautiful field and the farmer was so friendly with our kids. They also have delicious raspberries to pick in addition to the dozen sunflowers we cut and took home. Highly recommend!”
If you love mazes, don’t miss our guide to the best corn mazes near Milwaukee for an adventure the whole family will love.
Basse’s Taste of Country
📍3190 County Line Q, Colgate, WI 53017
bassesfarms.com
Come September, Basse’s offers the best of both worlds with their annual Apple & Sunflower Fest (September date TBA). You can walk through a sunflower maze and zinnias fields, or kick back and ride the Grain Train. You can also cut your own flowers! If you’re visiting in September, it’s also the perfect time for apple picking! Check out our full guide to the best apple orchards near Milwaukee.
Note: Basse’s is cashless, so be sure to bring a digital form of payment.
Discover even more seasonal festivals in our roundup of the best fall festivals in Milwaukee for families, including Oktoberfest events, harvest fairs, and more.
The Flower Bee & Old Homestead Farm
📍22428 7 Mile Rd, Franksville, WI 53126
The Flower Bee Website
For 77 seasons, Old Homestead Orchard has welcomed families to their U-Pick apple orchard, offering more than two dozen varieties for fresh picking. Kids will love exploring the grain sandboxes, ride-on toys, repurposed farm equipment climbers, and poultry zoo. Pack a picnic at the provided tables or grab a brat topped with Chow Chow, and browse the Orchard Store for handmade Wisconsin goods.
Nearby, the sister farm Flower Bee Farm celebrates all things flowers, bees, and butterflies with a colorful U-Pick flower field and a variety of seasonal events. This year’s lineup includes Sunset Picks, Sunset Yoga, Paint & Pick, Flower Crown Workshops, and the Annual Craft Fair & Food Truck Event.
Flora Fields (Kohler, WI)
📍1271 Highland Dr, Kohler, WI 53044
Flora Fields comes alive each fall with 11 varieties of sunflowers, perfect for strolling and photo ops. Families can also enjoy a nine-acre corn maze, hay fort, kid-friendly rides, and seasonal snacks. Open Friday through Sunday in autumn.
Buffalo Bill’s Pumpkin Farm
📍9612 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin, WI 53132
Buffalo Bills Pumpkin Farm Website
Located in southern Milwaukee County in Franklin, Buffalo Bill’s is best known for their Christmas trees. However, they also have two sunflower fields and a pumpkin patch that is a destination in its own right. Admission includes access to various activities, including play structures, a corn maze, pumpkin bowling, grain pit, pedal carts, bean bag toss, ladder golf, cowboy roping and more.
Don’t miss Sunflower Fest in late September, when each guest can take home one free sunflower stem. Note: Cash or check is preferred. Credit transactions incur a processing fee.
Planning a return trip this fall? Explore our roundup of the best pumpkin patches near Milwaukee to keep the fall family fun going.
Schuster’s Farm
📍1326 US-12, Deerfield, WI 53531
This family farm in the Madison area is bustling all year long, with sunflowers in the summer and fall fun later in the year. Wander through the zinnia flower fields and the sunflower fields, take wagon rides around the farm, visit the goats, and enjoy live music.
Thompson Strawberry Farm
📍14000 75th St., Bristol, WI 53104
thompsonstrawberryfarm.com
Don’t let the name of this farm fool you. Thompson offers more than just strawberry picking. You may choose to walk through one of the sunflower mazes, or take a more leisurely stroll around the fields and charming walkways. There are also large, grassy areas for the kids to run around, photo ops on a vintage tractor, and everyone gets a souvenir cup!
This farm is also known for its berry fields! Don’t miss our guide to the best strawberry picking near Milwaukee for another sweet summer outing.
For The Love Of Flowers Farm
📍12114 W. 5 Mile Rd., Franksville, WI 53126
There are more than 50 different flowers and foliage grown on this farm, including multiple varieties of sunflowers that go way beyond traditional yellow petals. Clippers and pails of water are provided for visitor use.
After picking the flowers of your choice, stop by the gazebo to arrange your own bouquet or have a farm employee arrange it for you.
Love wandering through colorful flower fields? Discover even more spots in our roundup of the best flower farms in Wisconsin.
Oak Rest Farms
📍6138 S. Pine St., Burlington, WI 53105
(262) 308-2405
Oak Rest Farms Facebook page
Nestled just west of Milwaukee in Burlington, Oak Rest Farms hosts a charming sunflower field that’s perfect for a peaceful family outing. Covering over four acres, the paths through the blooms are easy for little feet and safe for curious pets on leash, making it an especially welcoming spot for parents and kids alike.
Many families love that this farm takes a relaxed, community-first approach: there’s often an honor-box admission, meaning no need to wait in line to buy tickets, just drop in and enjoy the flowers (perfect for unpredictable family schedules!) Locals suggest checking their Facebook page before heading out.
Eugster’s Farm Market
📍3865 WI-138, Stoughton, WI 53589
eugsters.com
There are more than half a million sunflowers planted across 15 acres, and there’s a beautiful wildflower field right alongside them. Pack a picnic lunch, or pick up some homemade goods and fresh bakery items in the market. Bring quarters for the petting farm crank machines if your kids want to feed the animals!
Your kids will love meeting the animals! Explore more family-friendly spots in our guide to the best petting zoos near Milwaukee.
Skelly’s Farm Market
📍2713 S. Hayner Rd., Janesville, WI 53548
skellysfarmmarket.com
Skelly’s 5-acre field is divided into three areas: a walking area, a cutting area and a specialty flower area with 20 different varieties of sunflowers. The walking area features multiple “prop stops” and viewing platforms for amateur and professional photographers alike. The prop stops are little areas cut out of the main path with items like straw bales and ladders that can be used as photo props.
Want to enjoy the fall scenery from a wagon seat? Check out our guide to the best hayrides near Milwaukee for kids and families.
Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center
📍7001 Gass Lake Road, Manitowoc, WI 54220 (Town of Newton)
farmwisconsin.org
Take a short drive and delve into the wonders of agriculture at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center. Access to the sunflower maze is included in the price of admission. Once you find your way through the maze, you can spend the rest of the day exploring the interactive exhibits in the museum. Learn how science and technology have made food production and processing more efficient. Have a meal in the farm-to-table café, but save room for ice cream and other treats in the Farm House Store. You can even witness baby cows being born in the birthing barn!
Gierach Orchards
📍9616 W. Bonniwell Rd., Mequon, WI 53097
gierachorchards.com
When you pull in to Gierach Orchards, you’ll be immediately charmed by a colorful garden, sprawling fruit trees, a busy chicken coop, and a large white barn.
If you go later in the sunflower season, you can pick your own apples in the orchard, too. They also sell cider, meat, pre-picked apples and more.
Sunflower Farm Tips
- Catch the sunflowers at peak bloom in late July and early August.
- Don’t forget your camera! Sunflower fields are prime Insta-worthy material.
- Bring your own scissors or clippers to pick sunflowers. Many farms do provide them if you forget.
- Bring a clean container (e.g., mason jar, vase, bucket, etc.) to fill with water and keep your cut flowers fresh on the way home.
- Go early! Sunflowers only bloom for 2-3 weeks at a time, so don’t delay.
- Some of these farms do not accept credit card, so bring cash!
- Inspired to grow your own sunflowers at home? Check out our guide to fast-growing seeds for kids to plant today – including sunflowers!
Frequently Asked Questions About Sunflower Fields Near Milwaukee
Sunflowers in Wisconsin usually bloom from late July through early September. Peak bloom only lasts about 2–3 weeks, so it’s best to check farm updates or social media before visiting.
Some of the most popular spots include Lannon Sunflower Farm in Menomonee Falls, Shimon Sunflower Farm in Slinger, Basse’s in Colgate, and Buffalo Bill’s in Franklin. Each one offers something different — from mazes and photo ops to kids’ activities and festivals.
Admission prices vary by farm. Some charge per person, while others (like Lannon) charge per vehicle. Most include a set number of U-pick flowers, with extra stems available for purchase. Expect to pay $10–$20 on average.
Many farms do allow leashed, well-behaved dogs (like Lannon), but not all. Always check the farm’s rules before bringing pets.
Yes! Most sunflower farms offer U-pick sunflowers as part of admission. Some even provide clippers and containers, though it’s smart to bring your own scissors and a jar or bucket for the ride home.
Bring cash (not all farms accept cards), bug spray, scissors or clippers, and a container with water to keep your flowers fresh. Don’t forget a camera — sunflower fields are perfect for family photos!
Most fields bloom for about 2–3 weeks, though many farms stagger plantings so visitors can enjoy flowers into late August or even September.
Yes! Many farms set up photo stations or scenic spots within the fields. Shimon Sunflower Farm in Slinger is especially popular for pictures, with multiple sunflower varieties and planned photo ops.
Definitely. Many locations also offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, raspberry picking, petting zoos, hayrides, and kids’ play areas — making them great for a full family outing.
As sunflower season wraps up, spooky season begins! Don’t miss our complete guide to Halloween in Milwaukee for families — from trick-or-treat times and haunted houses to not-so-spooky parades and displays.
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
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