Where to See Fields of Beautiful Sunflowers in Eastern Iowa

Looking for the perfect photo opportunity? Check out one of these awesome local farms that have thousands of gorgeous sunflowers in 2026!

Pheasant Run Farm, Belle Plaine

Open early to mid-August and early September
- Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
"Because Mother Nature rules the roost, our hours are weather and bloom dependent. We've planted multiple successions of sunflowers to extend the season, but we may need to take a brief pause around August 15–16 to allow the next planting to reach peak bloom."
Features elevated platforms, photo stations, a kids' corn box, concessions, restrooms & porta-potties, farm-fresh produce, and cut-your-own flowers
Dogs are welcome (must be leashed, well-behaved, and cleaned up after)
Admission is $8 per person for ages 4+ and includes one sunflower -
additional flowers are $2 each - cash, cards, and Venmo are accepted
Tickets can be purchased in advance HERE

This is me on one of the raised platforms in August of 2024!

Pride of the Wapsi, Long Grove

September 19th through 27th
- Open Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- "Please be advised, the dates for sunflower blooming is subject to change based on the growing season and conditions."
Featuring zinnia fields, photo ops, 40+ farm attractions, concessions, a gift shop, train rides, a pumpkin patch, hayrides, a corn maze, and more
Admission is $16.50 online HERE or $18 at the gate for ages 3+ - 1 sunflower is included with every admission

Bloomsbury Farm, Atkins

Flower Fest 2026
- September 11th through 27th
  - Friday from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  - Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Featuring fields of Sunflowers, Zinnias, & Marigolds, u-pick pumpkins, fall-themed photo ops, a 10-acre corn maze, 30+ farm activities, concessions, a gift shop, hayrides, and more
Tickets are on-sale beginning August 26th HERE

Harvestville Farm, Donnellson - CLOSED in 2026

"After weeks of watching, waiting, and hoping, Mother Nature had other plans this year. Unfortunately, we will NOT be opening our flower fields this season. From challenging growing conditions early on, our fields simply never developed into the stunning display we’re used to and feel our guests deserve."

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6 Cool Places I Visited in During My Day in Des Moines

I went to a concert in Des Moines last week, and I managed to stop at SIX different bars, restaurants, and coffee shops while I was there! Here are all the cool places I was able to check out:

Gallery Credit: Courtlin