For ten weeks each spring, on coastal farmland in Carlsbad, California, 50-acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers bloom and transform the landscape into a solid expanse of vibrant banded color. Â The Flower Fields cover a rolling hillside overlooking the Pacific Coast, and is located halfway between Orange County and San Diego.
The Flower Fields is open to the public from 9am-6pm until May 10. Â There are several events on the weekends including live musical performances and photography workshops for all attendees. Â Free parking areas, restroom facilities and accessibility for people with disabilities. Â Admission is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors 60+, $6 for children 3-10 and free for children under 2. Â Season passes and group tours are also available.
The Flower Fields – 760-431-0352
Right next door is the Carlsbad Premium Outlets where you can saving between 25% to 65% off retail prices. Â If you stop by the Information Center you can join free to receive coupons and a discount to The Flower Fields.
Parent Connection was invited to to attend media day at The Flower Fields and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Â The day first started with a tour of The Flower Fields led by Fred C
ark, General Manager of The Flower Fields and joined by Paul Ecke II, third-generation grower in the San Diego area. Â Besides the Poinsettia display, Paul’s favorite is Santa’s Village. Â Stop by and read the history if you are a Southern California native. Â The second stop was at Carlsbad Premium Outlets where Janissa Reyes, Director of Marketing and Business Development allowed us to explore the 90 stores and experience lunch at Ruby’s Diner.
