The Best Sunflower Fields Near Boston
When:
Saturday, Jul 25, 2026 9:00a -
Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 8:00p
Saturday, Jul 25, 2026 9:00a -
Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 8:00p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Varies
Categories:
Date Idea, Good for Groups, Kid Friendly
Event website:
https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/the-best-sunflower-fields-near-boston
Sunflower season in New England usually starts in mid to late August and lasts only a couple of weeks. This year most farms are expecting blooms in late August and early September, but some have already begun to see yellow sunflowers popping up. Here are the most picturesque sunflower fields nearish to Boston to help you catch the bloom while it lasts 🌻📸
Note: 🌻 indicates the sunflower field is currently open.
Where: Newbury, MA | 35.7 miles from Downtown
Status: TBD
Info: The most famous and original sunflower farm – Colby Farm is expecting their 2026 bloom over Labor Day Weekend. The farm is a short Lyft/Uber ride or a 40-minute walk from the Newburyport commuter rail station.
🌻 2) Verrill Farm Sunflower Field
Where: Concord, MA | 23.2 miles from Downtown
Status: Open
Info: The Verrill Farm's sunflowers are blooming through the first weekend of August and will be available for pick-your-own visits.
🌻 3) Ward's Berry Farm PYO Sunflowers and Sunflower Maze
Where: Sharon, MA | 27.5 miles from Downtown
Status: Open
Info: PYO sunflowers are ready, and the sunflower maze is reopening in August. Explore Ward’s Berry Farm’s full-acre sunflower maze, complete with hidden photo spots and a lookout for stunning views.
4) School Street Sunflowers Bloom
Where: Ipswich, MA | 32.1 miles from Downtown
Status: TBA
Info: This 5-acre sunflower field in Ipswich is typically expected to peak late August through Labor Day Weekend and all the way until the end of September. More details about the 2026 bloom TBA.
5) Sunflower Spectacular at The Garden at Elm Bank
Where: Wellesley, MA | 18.8 miles from Downtown
Status: TBA
Info: Wander through beautiful blooms at the Sunflower Spectacular at The Garden at Elm Bank, home to the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Enjoy, photograph, and cut sunflowers, then explore the rest of the gardens on the property. More details about the 2026 bloom TBA.
🌻 6) Elliot Farm Sunflower Bloom
Where: Lakeville, MA | 41.9 miles from Downtown
Status: Open
Info: The Elliot Farm's sunflower field is free to enter, each guest is just required to purchase one flower. You can pick your own sunflowers for $2 per stem.
7) Simcock Farm Sunflower Maze
Where: Swansea, MA | 48.7 miles from Downtown
Status: TBA
Info: Simcock Farm's sunflower maze is predicted to open late summer, with friendly farm animals to greet visitors. In late September, enjoy “Fall Fun on the Farm” with pumpkin picking, hayrides, a corn maze, and the beloved “Spooky Sundae” nights. More details about the 2026 bloom TBA.
8) Butterfly Farm Sunflower Bloom
Where: Lincoln, RI | 51.5 miles from Downtown
Status: Open starting Aug 15
Info: Butterfly Farm's annual Sunflower Fest happens every Saturday and Sunday. This year, the festival will kick off on August 15th and end on August 30th. Pick your own sunflowers and other blooms from the farm’s giant flower field, browse local vendor stalls, enjoy rotating food trucks, and stock up on farm-fresh produce and meat.
