Apple Blasters Daily Status
2024-10-23 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-24 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-25 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Illinois

The farm is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
2024-10-28, 2024-10-29 | Illinois

Closed Today
2025-09-15 - 2025-09-16, 2025-09-22, 2025-09-23, 2025-09-29, 2025-09-30, 2025-10-06, 2025-10-07, 2025-10-14 and 7 more dates | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761

Corn Maze Daily Status
2025-10-19 10:00 - 18:00 | Illinois

Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market
2026-07-05, 2026-07-12, 2026-07-18, 2026-07-25, 2026-08-01, 2026-08-08, 2026-08-15 | Downtown Bloomington Farmer’s Market, 200 N. Main St., Bloomington, IL, 61701, United States
The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a producer-only market offering a wide array of farm products — including vegetables, fruits, cheeses, pork, beef, free-range poultry and eggs, flowers, plants, herbs, and more grown and produced by the individuals selling these items!
COME VISIT US FROM 7:30AM – NOON

Sunflower Days Festival
2026-08-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
🌻 Step into a sea of summer color at Sunflower Days Festival at Rader Family Farms. This daytime celebration invites guests to wander through acres of blooming sunflowers and a vibrant zinnia field, soak in the beauty of the season, and enjoy a relaxed, joy-filled farm experience designed for all ages.
This is the perfect time to capture photos, enjoy music across the fields, and take in the simple pleasure of being surrounded by flowers in full bloom.
What’s Included
• Access to acres of sunflowers and our colorful zinnia field• Multiple scenic photo opportunities throughout the fields• Music to enhance the festival atmosphere• Hands-on crafts and activities for added fun• The chance to relax in our beautiful Orchard Barn, overlooking the sunflower and zinnia fields• Food and beverage offerings available for purchase, including lunch options, signature beverages, and sweet treats perfect for an afternoon on the farm
🌻 Blooms to Take HomeGalvanized vases filled with fresh sunflower and/or zinnia blooms will be available for purchase while supplies last – a way to bring a bit of the farm home with you.
Purchase Your Tickets Here!
• Admission is required for all guests• Your admission includes access to the festival, fields, and activities during event hours
Photography Guidelines
Personal photography is welcome and encouraged.
Professional photography sessions are not permitted during Sunflower Days Festival.
A professional photography session is defined as:
• Any paid or commissioned photo session• Photography conducted for commercial or promotional use• Sessions involving clients, models, props, or coordinated photo shoots• Photography intended for advertising, business branding, or resale
Photographers interested in professional sessions are welcome to contact Rader Family Farms to learn about separate booking options and guidelines.
From golden petals stretching toward the sun to bursts of color across the zinnia field, Sunflower Days Festival is a celebration of summer beauty, simple joys, and time well spent together on the farm. We cannot wait to welcome you to Rader Family Farms.

Sunflowers & Sunsets
2026-08-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Rader Family Farms, 1312 Ropp Road, Normal, Illinois, 61761
🌻 Sunflowers & Sunsets at Rader Family Farms – Reserve Your Experience
There is something truly magical about watching the sun dip below the horizon while surrounded by blooming sunflowers. Sunflowers & Sunsets is a peaceful, photo-focused evening designed for guests who want to slow down, soak in the moment, and capture the beauty of golden hour across the field.
The primary purpose of this event is photography — enjoying the incredible sunset as it glows across the sunflowers and taking advantage of multiple natural photo opportunities throughout the field.
What to Expect
• A calm, uncrowded evening experience
• Stunning sunset views across the sunflower field
• Plenty of space for personal photos and quiet moments
• A simple, intentional event focused on the scenery
Important Details
• Online tickets required for entry
• Admission is $5 per person
• No food, drinks, or additional activities will be available
• No sunflower harvesting during this event
• No buckets or blooms for purchase during this event
🌻 Sunflower harvesting and bucket purchases are available only during our daytime U-Pick sessions:
Saturday & Sunday, August 15–16 and August 22–23 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Photography Guidelines
Personal photography is welcome and encouraged.
Professional photography sessions are not permitted during Sunflowers & Sunsets.
A professional photography session is defined as:
• Any paid photo session
• Photography conducted for commercial use
• Sessions involving clients, models, or coordinated photo shoots
• Photography intended for business promotion, advertising, or resale
Photographers interested in booking a professional session may contact Rader Family Farms to learn about separate availability and policies.
This event is about the glow of the sunset, the sweep of sunflowers, and capturing a moment that feels like summer at its best. We cannot wait to welcome you to the field.
