What a value you get when you visit this charming farm - a farm experience and a huge bouquet of…read moreflowers to arrange at home later for $30. We didn't know what to expect but knew there would be flowers to pick. We brought all of our own paraphernalia like scissors, a trug and even a vase. Leave that at home, ya'll because Anne-Marie provides all of that. One stipulation is if you have a long drive ahead of you, it might be a good idea to bring a vase. A tall paper cup is what you are provided and gets a little soggy as time passes. My kids are 5 and 3 and they both had so much fun picking flowers. We picked zinnias, sunflowers, strawflowers, daisies and cosmos. We purchased 2 bouquets and with that amount made 4 bouquets at home. It's amazing how many flowers fit in a tall paper cup. I'm not sure if dahlias are ever available but that is one flower I would love to be able to pick a bouquet of. Totally thinking of having my kids' bday party here next summer. Really such a great experience to get kids closer to nature.

Found this amazing place that is hidden gem secretly located in Zionsville. Came for the Sip and…read moreClip event which is on Thursdays 6-8p and costs $30. We brought our own wine and snacks which is encouraged. Open cutting of gorgeous selections of flowers. Many beautiful choices including sunflowers that are stunning. The owner has very well maintained paths and bundles your selections for the ride home. This is her second career and she does it well. She is very welcoming. There are tables and chairs but feel free to bring your own. So peaceful. Great girls night out event.

What and awesome place for children as well as adults. A piggie rescue, but also cats and various…read morefarm animals have found their forever home here. Think sheep, goats, peacocks, chickens, ducks and so on... Make sure you get some feed for the animals before you enter, you will want to feed them for sure. There are animals in enclosures as well as some free roaming piggies, chickens and cats. Make sure you close the gates when going from one section to the next. Don't forget to visit the apartment pigs. Those poor souls grew up in apartments and do not roam outside because they have never been outside. The poor things. Any of the caretakers there can and will tell you loads of stories about the various animals. Very interesting and varied backgrounds. Make sure to stop by the giftshop for some unique gifts, especially piggie themed. There are also always special events on the calendar and when in bloom, you can also pick your own flowers and pay by stem. I highly recommend a visit here with or without the kids. Just make sure you wear shoes and clothing you don't mind getting dirty.

I really enjoyed my experience here. I went in the early winter to drop off pumpkins and then…read moretoured the farm. Everyone was so friendly and happy to answer questions. The farm is well maintained and you can tell the animals are well taken care of. I highly recommend a visit.

What a hidden gem! I came here for a private event hosted by my realtor and enjoyed berry picking,…read morefeeding animals, and a tractor ride of the farm. They had treats and sweets catered by the farm/cafe and it was absolutely delicious! The blackberries were the best quality - so much sweeter and fresher than if we got them at the grocery store, it was like a whole new experience. All the staff and family were so kind, you can tell this place exists because they truly love what they do and want to welcome people in. I wish more people knew about it! We'll definitely come back.

When you're driving on Michigan Road, don't blink because you might miss the entrance to this…read moresprawling nursery. If you do manage to find the place, you'll be rewarded with a nice selection of plants for purchase and a cute gift shop (they sell coffee too).

Today we attended the Zyntango Farm Holiday Market in Whitestown. Parking in the surrounding grassy…read moreyard made for a muddy walk with the sporadic rain. There were two individuals helping to direct parking which helped tremendously. The beautiful Zyntango Farm Barn is an authentic 1800's barn with modern amenities. It's an event venue for weddings, receptions, graduations, bridal showers, family reunions, corporate retreats and special events. It's located about 5 minutes from Whitestown on the NW side of Indy in the countryside. Just 3 miles off of I-65, one exit north of the Zionsville exit and less than 30 minutes from downtown Indy. The barn is two stories with a flight of stairs. I'm not sure of the barn capacity but I would think this is best for a small to medium size event. The free Holiday Market had approximately 18 - 20 vendors in attendance. Cork and Wine Barrel was there along with a jewelry artist, a tattoo artist and Fantasy face painter, chocolate and cookie makers, a candle maker, a variety of signs, a small boutique, a lap blanket quilter and an artist displaying her oil paintings. One of the vendors, Keepsakes By Design, does personalized itching in glass cookware which is perfect for our bakers in the family. A couple of small food and beverage vendors were onsite with BBQ sandwiches, hot chocolate and soda. I found several vendors that is perfect for hostess gifts and family Christmas presents. So glad we took the time to visit today.

Oh my goodness, this place is gorgeous... Talk about a breath taking venue, this is it. What you…read moresee from the street approaching does not prepare you for what actually awaits you. I was here for a bridal open house and the entire staff was wonderful from the moment I arrived. Parking was not an issue everything was handled in that area. The venue was showcased as an indoor outdoor attraction and I loved finding out the possibilities. You are able to rent the space for any occasion which I found awesome and many of the working relationships they have established to provide services are amazing. A sunset gathering here would be amaze balls. Just beautiful. If given the opportunity to check out the newly finished improvements made by all means do.

I had a great time at Stuckey Farm with some friends!…read more We came to do the corn maze like true Midwest girlies, and it didn't disappoint. We did the scavenger hunt, completed puzzles inside the maze, and eventually wound our way through! It was a very hot day for the season, so the apple cider slushes and hayride around the farm were good rewards. They also served Native Bread cookies in the shop, so I had a pumpkin chocolate chip one. A very pleasing option for a gluten free and dairy free person like me! I bought cider to take home and it was fantastic and priced well. It cost $10 each to get back into the activity area, which was reasonable, but could get pricey if you're bringing a big family. So check rates ahead of time and save up! But we had a great visit and I'd go back for another fall adventure.

Looking for something fun and wonderfully wholesome to enjoy with the entire family? Come to…read moreStuckey Farm Orchard Farm and Cidery stat! I attended the Sunflower Festival this weekend with my husband, sister and niece. There's really something for everyone. They have a gift shop as well as a neat and novelty grocery dept. There was a kids entrepreneurial endeavor as well where we bought some trinkets and sunflower pillowcases made by the kids who were selling them directly. Great concept! Whether you'd like to snack on delicious, fresh cider donuts while sipping on apple cider slush or have a smash burger & watch your wood fired pizza being made for lunch, the food and drinks are guaranteed to keep you in good spirits. The festival admission includes two fresh cuttings of any sunflowers of your choosing as well as three zinnia cuts. They hand you a pair of clippers and you then get to venture out into the "Fields of Gold"-- to quote Sting. It's overwhelmingly beautiful. The admission also includes tractor & train rides around the farm, access to the big slides (child sizes too) playgrounds and the opportunity to go apple picking for an additional fee. Prices are all pretty reasonable for an event like this one and parking is free. The staff are very helpful and friendly. They have activities for kids to keep them busy and entertained. 10/10 will be returning again next year.

My roommate rides at Sierra Woods Farm and I've always watched her ride her horse - this time I…read morewanted to give it a try! I did a beginner (VERY beginner) group lesson with my roommates and Emily Ahlfeld, a trainer at Sierra Woods. We learned how to groom and tack up our horses as well as safely pilot them. My horse was named Pooh Bear and he was awesome! I learned how to walk, post, trot and steer. Emily was very fun and engaging. I give her props for teaching three 21-year-olds how to ride as beginners. We were in the indoor ring, but Sierra Woods has 2 outdoor rings as well. The farm itself is large with multiple outdoor pastures for the horses. The price of a beginner group lesson was $45 - pretty affordable compared to other barns in the area. Overall, my horse lesson at Sierra Woods was a bucket list item that I can check off, and I highly recommend Sierra Woods to anyone looking for a start with horses.

Sierra Woods is the perfect match for my daughter. Amy Tilson-Ochoa (owner and trainer) is very…read morepersonable and low-key while still being very professional. There is no yelling and screaming at the riders at this barn. We moved to Sierra Woods from another Indianapolis area barn due to the high-stress environment at the previous barn. In comparison to our old barn, Amy is a joy to work with and has re-energized my daughter's love of horses after she was discouraged at her previous barn. Amy does several Indianapolis area shows as well as shows in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Tennessee (about 3 shows per month; more in the summer). HIGHLY recommended!

Just another example of the ordinary-made-special. Here, along an otherwise-nondescript stretch of…read moreSR-32, you'll find an impressive array of metal (found-material) sculptures. I don't know much or anything about it -- I certainly don't know the artist(s) or those who live in the nearby farm. But whoever it is has decided to give of him- or her-self to make an ordinary, and even boring, stretch of road noteworthy. The sculptor is worthy of praise. The sculptures are worthy of adoration. Additional information about the site is welcome as a private message or (even better) as a later review of this same location. I give it a four only because there's really no way to walk in and see it up close.

What a great farmers market. Nice mix of produce, baked goods, crafts and food vendors. I got some…read morepeaches from one of the stands and wow some of the best peaches I've ever had. Loved the lemonade from the lemonade stand with so many different flavors to choose from.

It was great to see so much produce at the Zionsville Farmers Market. The market has been organized…read moreso all the produce is together and the boutique foods are in a separate parking lot. A musician played guitar and sang in the center. There was a little seating here and there. We arrived early and found plenty of parking and it was easy to move around with few lines. (There's always a line for corn.) Vendors were friendly. I even ran into an old friend and we chatted. The market is a good place to connect with people and enjoy beautiful downtown Zionsville. The prices are high, way higher than the grocery store. But after gardening, I get how much work goes into getting a crop of anything. I picked up some peppers and a pie. Yum.