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General Tips & Details
- Visit early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting and smaller crowds.
- Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
- Bring your camera – our fields are photographer-friendly.
- Consider weekday visits during peak bloom for a more peaceful experience.
- Sign up for our newsletter, follow us on social media, or visit our Bloom Status page for bloom updates to plan your visit during peak colors.
- Unpredictable Bloom Times: Flower blooms are subject to weather and growing conditions. Please check our bloom status page for the latest details.
- Ground Cover: We have a variety of surfaces on our family farm including pavement, gravel, grass, bark chips and hazelnut shells.
- Outdoor Event: This is a rain-or-shine event held in agricultural fields. Please be prepared for uneven walking surfaces and weather conditions. Comfortable footwear, a hat, and dressing in protective layers is highly recommended.
- Courtesy and Respect: Treat yourself, fellow visitors, and the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm with kindness and consideration during your visit.
We are open rain or shine! Be prepared for the weather. This is an outdoor event in an agricultural field with uneven walking surfaces and pathways. Please wear comfortable shoes for walking as the majority of our farm is grass, gravel and dirt. Bring a hat and dress in sun-protective layers. Please note that tickets are non-refundable.
For an update and images of current field conditions, visit our Bloom Status page
Can’t bear to leave your furry friend at home? We welcome pets to accompany you during your visit! Please always keep your pet on a leash and clean up after them. Be mindful and respect the other visitors, other pets, and flowers! Note: pets are not allowed on tour vehicles nor to remain in vehicles unattended.
Photography & Filming
We welcome photographers to our farm at no additional cost above the cost of regular admission. Photographers are encouraged to purchase a Season Pass to take advantage of changing lighting and weather conditions throughout the day and the entire season.
Note: In order to pick flowers, a jar or bucket must be purchased. Please be courteous to other photographers and guests.
We encourage you to take pictures, post them online and tag us:
@woodenshoefarm on Instagram and @woodenshoetulipfarm on Facebook.
If you are taking pictures for a business and intend to sell them, we ask that you mention where the pictures were taken: Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm.
Please email us at info@woodenshoe.com if you need a signed release form filled out.
We require the photographer, and all clients (ages 13+) to purchase tickets. Tickets are available per person and by the date and half hour arrival time. Please coordinate in advance as tickets can sell out.
For access outside of regular hours, please consider a Season Pass, Early Access Ticket or Late Access Ticket. See our section on Tickets for further details.
Visitors are prohibited on our farm outside of the Season Pass hours. We will be offering a very limited number of overnight photography sessions this year, under the conditions set forth by the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm. If you have an interest in overnight star photography, please reach out to us at: emily@woodenshoe.com
Drones are prohibited on farm property. This year, we are offering limited drone operator passes under the conditions set in place by Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm and the FAA. Drone operator passes are an add-on option and must be accompanied with the purchase of a Season Pass, Early Access Ticket or Late Access Ticket.
Tickets
Tickets need to be purchased online prior to your arrival. They are available online only and not sold onsite to minimize crowds. We limit capacity per time slot in order to allow for better traffic flow and guest experience on the farm.
Tickets purchased on the day of the date you are looking to visit are offered at a higher rate than advanced purchased tickets.
Tickets are per person and required for guests ages 13 and up. Children 12 and under may enter the event free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.
Please note that tickets are non-refundable. Tickets may be rescheduled for another available day/time for an equal or lesser value without incurring additional fees within the same year. Or you may upgrade your ticket to a more expensive available day/time for an additional charge.
GENERAL ADMISSION
General admission tickets are per person, one-time-entry, and based on the specific day, Thursdays – Mondays and the half hour arrival time of 9 AM – 4 PM. Gates close at 5 PM; at which time guests are required to depart. Please arrive within the half hour stated on your ticket as this is your reserved arrival time.
SEASON PASS
Guests who would like to visit outside of posted hours should consider a Season Pass as it allows entry Thursdays – Mondays from 5 AM to 8 PM. Passholder may stay one hour after sunset. This pass is for one individual. Non-transferable; specific to the ticket holder and cannot be shared. Limited activities, shops and food available outside of regular hours.
EARLY ACCESS TICKET
We offer a morning Early Access Ticket that allows entry Thursdays – Mondays beginning at 5 AM until 8 AM. This ticket is for one individual. To be redeemed on the date stated on ticket. Limited activities, shops and food available outside of regular hours.
LATE ACCESS TICKET
We offer an evening Late Access Ticket that allows entry Thursdays – Mondays beginning at 6:30 PM until 8 PM. Ticketholder may stay one hour after sunset. This ticket is for one individual. To be redeemed on the date stated on ticket. Limited activities, shops and food available outside of regular hours.
To purchase tickets, please visit our ticket page. For questions regarding purchasing or rescheduling tickets, please email support@aftontickets.com
Admission includes parking, walking access through 30 acres of summer flowers, children’s play area, hay wagon ride, access to Wooden Shoe Gardens, and many other activities. For a full listing, please visit our Summer Flowers page.
Our tickets are offered online only and do sell out on nice days and weekends. We recommend you plan ahead and purchase your tickets as soon as you know when you will visit.
We limit capacity per time slot to allow for better traffic flow and a better guest experience on the farm. Once tickets are sold out, there are no other options for entry.
When you arrive at the entrance gate, please be sure to have your ticket confirmation QR barcode ready to be scanned (from Afton Tickets). You may display it on a mobile device or have it printed out. Please forward tickets to others on your order that may arrive in separate vehicles. Each person needs to show a ticket to scan from the vehicle they arrive in; tickets are scanned before parking.
Note: Early Access or Late Access tickets will be scanned at the Field Retail location after parking your vehicle.
Afton Tickets is the online ticketing company that provides our box office system.
To purchase tickets, please visit our ticket page. For assistance or questions regarding purchasing tickets:
Email: support@aftontickets.com
Phone number: 888-308-9574
We understand circumstances happen. We ask you arrive within the ½ hour stated on your time slot. If that is not possible, we are flexible, and you are welcome to enter within an hour past your selected time unless it is outside of your ticket class. If you will not make the date selected on your ticket, please reach out in advance to Afton via email support@aftontickets.com
Please note that tickets are non-refundable. Tickets may be rescheduled for another available day/time for an equal or lesser value without incurring additional fees within the same year. Or you may upgrade your ticket to a more expensive available day/time for an additional charge. Contact support@aftontickets.com for ticket-related questions and assistance.
If your transaction(s) to purchase tickets failed it may be due to an Address Verification Service (AVS) decline. This means that the billing address provided did not match the address on file with the card issuer. Failed transactions may appear as pending with your bank and are usually lifted in 1-3 business days.
If you did not receive a confirmation email or a page stating “Order Success” from Afton Tickets, please check your spam filter.
You may also reach out to Afton for assistance by emailing them at support@aftontickets.com or call 888-308-9574.
Getting to the Farm & Parking
Complimentary parking is included with every admission ticket.
The Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm is located at 33814 S. Meridian Rd. Woodburn, OR 97071
We will have blue tulip signs on Hwy 211 outside of Woodburn leading to the field, as well as at the entrance to help you find us.
Please note that our location is in a rural area with no public transportation and limited rideshare availability, so we recommend driving yourself, if possible.
We do not offer any overnight accommodation on our farm. With advanced planning, we may be able to accommodate your RV for parking during regular Summer Flowers hours. We require that you email us a minimum of 24 hours in advance with the day/time of your tickets (your arrival time) and the type and length of your RV. We will reply to you with our determination and instructions. Keep in mind that weekends are busier than weekdays. Depending on the length of your RV and the condition/capacity of the parking lot, we may direct you upon arrival to pull off to the other side of the road. We will be able to park you there if needed.
The address is: 33739 S. Meridian Road, Woodburn, OR.
If you are searching for overnight accommodation, please see our Lodging page.
Farm Amenities & Accessibility
We strive to make our farm accessible to all. We offer designated parking, wheelchair-friendly areas, and accessible restrooms. Full accessibility is often determined by weather, durability of your wheelchair or device, and its ability to navigate farm conditions. Please note that there are times, with rainy weather or watering schedule, that the fields are not accessible to wheelchairs.
We have a variety of surfaces on our family farm including pavement, gravel, grass, bark chips and hazelnut shells.
When you arrive, please advise the gate of your parking needs so they may direct you accordingly.
Hay Wagon Ride:
Our complimentary hay wagon runs continuously from the main event building to the flower field. It does require multiple steps to get on-board. Operating hours are 10 AM – 4 PM.
Senior/Accessibility Tour:
This is an onsite add-on option. We will be offering a scenic 25-minute ride around the flower fields, designed for those who prefer not to walk the terrain and might find navigating the farm more challenging. It does require a step to get onboard. The ride is offered hourly from 11 AM – 4 PM. Tickets are first-come-first-served, purchased on site at the office. Departs/returns at the office-end of the patio.
Please bring your own wheelchair or walker, if needed, as we do not offer them on-site.
If you have specific needs or questions regarding accessibility, we encourage you to contact us in advance so we can make every effort to assist you. Please reach out to us at info@woodenshoe.com. We are committed to continuously improving accessibility and ensuring all guests have a safe and enjoyable experience at our farm.
We accept all major forms of payment, including credit and debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and contactless options. Whether you prefer Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or cash, we’ve got you covered!
Our vendors may have limited forms of payment.
We have snack options available daily at our Tulip Cafe Coffee Counter and additional food vendors on site Fridays – Sundays. Families are welcome to use our picnic tables and bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Outside water bottles are welcome and encouraged; please bring your own water as filling stations are not available. See our Eat, Drink & Shop page for a list of vendors. We also sell local cider, beer and Wooden Shoe Vineyards estate grown wine in our tasting room and Field Retail location. Outside alcohol of any kind is prohibited. If your family has any allergies or food restrictions, we suggest bringing your own picnic. Please note that tables and areas cannot be reserved.
Our farm provides portable restrooms, including handwashing stations and accessible stalls, for your convenience. As we operate on a septic system without sewer access, traditional restrooms are not available. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy your time on the farm.
For the safety and comfort of all guests, smoking, vaping, and e-cigarette use are not permitted within event areas but are allowed in designated outdoor smoking areas.
Under Oregon law, there is no liability for an injury to or the death of a participant in an agri-tourism activity conducted at this agri-tourism location if the injury or death results from the inherent risks of the agri-tourism activity. Inherent risks of agri-tourism activities are risks of injury inherent to the land, equipment and animals, as well as the potential for you to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to your death or injury. You are assuming the risk of participating in this agri-tourism activity. (ORS 30.671 to 30.677)
U-Pick Flowers
Embrace the joy of flower picking on our farm with our U-Pick Flower Fields! Wander through rows of sunflowers, zinnias, cosmos, and more as you hand-select your favorites to create a custom bouquet.
Guests may pre-purchase U-Pick options online after making admission ticket selections or may purchase on-site.
*Note: In order to pick flowers, a jar or bucket must be purchased.
Jar: *U-pick and fill a wide mouth quart jar full of flowers.
Sunflower Bucket: *U-pick and fill a sunflower bucket full of flowers.
When you arrive, head to our Field Retail Location where we can get you set up for picking. If you pre-purchased this option, we will scan your U-pick ticket. Otherwise, you may purchase on-site. Bring your own scissors if you like. If you left your favorite scissors at home, we have them available to borrow.
Fill your jar or bucket with water at one of our filling stations before heading off to the field.
Cut one stem at a time, at the base of the stem.
Please do not cut at the base of the plant, as we want to leave more flowers for others to pick and enjoy.
Before placing the stems in your jar, gently pluck off/snip any leaves that will come in contact with water to allow more flowers to fit in the jar.
Enjoy your visit… relax and wander our peaceful farm at your own pace, cutting your favorite flowers to build your perfect bouquet of blooms.
We will have pre-made bouquets available onsite only (not available to ship) in our Flower Market cooler. Flower varieties vary.
Bring a bit of our flower farm home to grow with you! Seeds will be available to purchase at our on-site retail locations.
During your visit, you will be able to shop a variety of potted plants.
We source our seeds from a local provider, Silver Falls Seed Company. The following flowers were planted in our 30-acre field:
Annuals: Oil Seed Sunflowers, Autumn Beauty Sunflowers, Teddy Bear Sunflowers, Velvet Queen Sunflowers, Giant Zinnias, Black Eyed Susan, Cosmos (pink and white), Baby’s Breath, Red Bachelor Button Dwarf, Calendula Mix, Catchfly, Painted Daisies, Peach Godetia, Lilac Godetia, Red Poppy.
Perennials: Echinacea, Black Eyed Susan.
Hot Air Balloons
We are excited to partner with Portland Rose Balloons to offer Summer Flowers Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flights! Portland Rose Balloons is an individual vendor of the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm and gracious enough to offer their services on our farm during Summer Flowers.
Flights are offered every morning during Summer Flowers, weather permitting (no rain and winds less than 8 miles per hour). We are unable to guarantee the balloons will be at our farm at any given date and time.
Sunrise flights require advance reservations. To book your flight, please contact Portland Rose Balloons directly.
Phone: (503) 638-1301
Email: info@portlandroseballoons.com
Website: Portland Rose Balloons
Kids Activities
We offer a variety of included kid’s activities on the farm: Hay pile, sand boxes with grass seed, ducky races, cow wagons, corn and wheat pit, cornhole boards, giant chess, coloring book contest and (weekdays only) kid’s craft corners for jars.