Mellano Farm Stand

Farm Stand Open |10:30am - 5:00pm| Thursday — Sunday
2026-02-05 10:30 - 2026-02-08 17:00, 2026-02-12 10:30 - 2026-02-15 17:00, 2026-02-19 10:30 - 2026-02-22 17:00, 2026-02-26 10:30 - 2026-03-01 17:00, 2026-03-05 10:30 - 2026-03-08 17:00, 2026-03-12 10:30 - 2026-03-15 17:00, 2026-03-19 10:30 - 2026-03-22 17:00, 2026-03-26 10:30 - 2026-03-29 17:00 UTC and 3 more dates
Mellano Farm Stand is open Thursday through Sunday, from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, unless otherwise noted for special closures.

Please note: There will be no tractor rides on Saturdays and Sundays throughout June.

Couple’s Lavender Picking [2:00-6:00PM]
2026-02-14 14:00 - 18:00
Our lavender field is blooming with love and you just found the most romantic pre-dinner plans in Oceanside.

Wander through the lavender rows, catch the golden hour glow, and start your Valentine’s night with a little farm magic. Our Perfect Pair Pass is designed for you to slow down and create something beautiful with your favorite person before the sun goes down.

Your dreamy date includes: 24 stems of U-Pick Lavender A DIY farm bouquet kit 2 Sparkling Lavender & Lemon mocktails A vintage Polaroid to keep forever

$45 per pair

Follow the link below to grab your pre-sale tickets! https://mellano-farm-stand-7148.checkoutpage.com/valentin…

More Event Details: https://facebook.com/events/s/valentines-day-lavender-u-pick/906886782304404/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Valentines at the Farm: Little Love Bugs Brunch! [10:00-11:30AM]
2026-02-15 10:00 - 11:30
Tickets: https://mellano-farm-stand-7148.checkoutpage.com/valentines-at-the-farm-little-love-bugs-brunch
Our Galentine’s Wine Event is getting to be so popular we wanted the kids to get in on the fun, too! So come to the farm and celebrate love with the whole family! Bring your little love bugs to the farm for a magical morning of creativity, delicious treats and outdoor fun. From picking fresh blooms, creating a magical floral arrangement, a farm fresh brunch and more! It is the perfect way to create LOVEly memories together.
Event Details:
Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 10am-11:30am.
Location – Mellano Farm Stand (5714 North River Road, Oceanside 92057)
Tickets: $40 for our Grown Up & Mini Combo (one adult and one child). Have more than 1 mini joining you? Additional tickets are just $15!
What’s included? Each ticket holder will receive the full “Love Bug” experience:

Brunch Box – a delicious box of mini treats to nibble on and fuel your farm fun
Refreshment Station – your choice of orange juice or our
signature farm-crafted Strawberry Lemonade
Build Your Own Bouquet – Arrange your farm fresh flowers in a charming take-home mason jar
Pick-Your Own Lavendar Sachet- Wander in our lavender fields and harvest your own fragrant stems and create a sweet-smelling sachet of dried lavender to take home.
First Taste of the Season – Be the very first to sample this season’s delicious ripe strawberries fresh from the farm
Farm Fun & Exploration – You’ll get a behind the scenes look at what we are growing this season and keep the kids entertained with a lively game of Farm I-Spy!

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No refunds.
Note that due to food safety reasons dogs cannot join you on the farm.
Parking is included with your ticket purchase.

Love Bugs Brunch (mid-day option) [12:30-2:00pm]
2026-02-15 12:30 - 14:00
Our morning Love Bugs Brunch was so popular and filled up right away, so we added a mid-day option so more people can join in on the farm fun! So come to the farm and celebrate love with the whole family! Bring your little love bugs to the farm for a magical morning of creativity, delicious treats and outdoor fun. From picking fresh blooms, creating a magical floral arrangement, a farm fresh brunch and more! It is the perfect way to create LOVEly memories together.

Event Details:

Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 12:30-2:00pm.
Location – Mellano Farm Stand
Tickets: $40 for our Grown Up & Mini Combo (one adult and one child). Have more than 1 mini joining you? Additional tickets are just $15!

Follow the link below to get your tickets for you and your love bug!
https://mellano-farm-stand-7148.checkoutpage.com/valentin…

Galentine's Flowers & Wine Event at Mellano Farm Stand [3:00-5:00PM]
2026-02-15 15:00 - 17:00
CLICK HERE TO GET TICKETS
Grab your bestie and spend the day at the farm to create floral crowns , enjoy local wine & charcuterie, taste our first strawberries & more
Flowers, Wine, and Your Besties!
Grab your favorite gal(s) and join us for a beautiful afternoon of community and creativity at the farm. Whether you’re a flower lover or just looking for a unique Sunday out, this workshop is the perfect way to celebrate friendship!
Spend the afternoon in our led workshop where you will design and create your very own custom floral crown. While you craft, sip on award-winning local wine and enjoy a curated charcuterie box in the company of fellow amazing ladies.
What’s Included ($45 per person):

Floral Crown Workshop: All supplies and instruction needed to make a stunning, custom crown.
Wine: A 5 oz pour of your choice of red or white from Beach House Winery.
Personal Charcuterie Box: A delicious mix of savory and sweet treats.
Farm-Fresh Treat: A taste of our very first spectacular strawberries of the season!
Community: A fun, relaxed atmosphere with other flower-loving gals.

When: Sunday, February 15th
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Mellano Farm Stand
5714 N. River Rd. Oceanside, CA
Age: This is a 21+ event. (IDs will be checked upon arrival; guests under 21 will receive an alternative for the wine service).
Parking included in event ticket.

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No refunds. Due to food safety, dogs are not allowed on the farm.

Blooming Brunch 🌸 Spring into Fun at the Farm! [11:30 AM - 1:30 PM]
2026-03-07 11:30 - 13:30
GET TICKETS HERE
We know so many of you missed your chance to get tickets for our Love Bugs Brunch, so we are welcoming spring with a whimsical morning of fun! As the fields wake up and the blossoms begin to peek through, we want to celebrate spring with you!
This morning designed for little explorers and their favorite grown-ups to enjoy fresh air, flowers and fun!
Join us on March 7th, 11:30-1:30 to celebrate the magic of new beginnings with dirt on our hands, sun on our faces, and happiness in our hearts!
Your Grown Up + Mini Combo ticket includes for the both of you:
A Farm-Fresh Feast: Enjoy a farm fresh spread of brunch treats and snacks to enjoy while you bloom into fun!
Farm crafted Lemonade: Sip on our signature strawberry lemonade, crafted with the very same sweetest strawberries you’ll be tasting throughout the morning!
The “Welcome to Spring” VIP Tour: Walk the waking fields with us! We’ll show you exactly how the farm “springs” to life after its winter nap.
The Ultimate “I-Spy” Challenge: An I-SPY designed for little eyes to find the hidden wonders of the farm as we spring into March.
The Lavender Experience: Wander through our fragrant rows to U-Pick your own bundle, then sit down to craft a custom lavender sachet, the perfect sleepy-time souvenir!
Bouquet Building: Pick your favorites and learn to arrange a stunning spring centerpiece in a classic mason jar to brighten up your home.
Spring has Sprung!: The best part of the season! Get ready for “aww” moments as you meet our newest, fluffiest spring arrivals 🐑.
Mother Nature may be feeling generous this year…keep an eye out for a few extra surprises she might have tucked under her wings!
Have more than 1 Mini joining you? Add on another child for just $15!
No refunds.
Note that due to food safety reasons dogs cannot join you on the farm.
Parking is included with your ticket purchase.

Spring Forward and Bloom! Floral Crowns + Wine [3:00 PM – 5:00 PM]
2026-03-07 15:00 - 17:00
We heard you! For everyone who missed out on our sold-out Galentine’s workshop, or for those who simply didn’t want the floral fun to end, we are back! By popular demand, we’re celebrating the arrival of the new season with another chance to gather, craft, and “Spring Forward” together.
Saturday, March 7th | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Step into spring with an afternoon of creativity, flavor, and fresh blooms. Join us for a guided workshop where you’ll craft your very own stunning floral crown while enjoying the best of the season.
Your Ticket Includes:

The Experience: Hand-pick your own lavender and then incorporate it along with additional stunning blooms in our guided workshop to create a custom floral crown.
The Refreshments: A 5 oz pour of exquisite local wine and a curated charcuterie spread featuring both sweet and savory bites.
The Treats: Taste the season’s sweetest strawberries.
The Surprises: Mother Nature might just have a few extra gifts in store for us!

Essential Details:Price: $45 per person
Tickets: https://mellano-farm-stand-7148.checkoutpage.com/spring…
Refreshments: ID check at the bar; refreshing non-alcoholic alternatives available for guests under 21.
Parking: Included with your ticket.
Policy: To keep our blooms happy, no dogs are allowed at this event.

Strawberry & Flower Spring Festival
2026-03-28 10:00 - 2026-03-29 16:00, 2026-03-29 10:00 - 2026-03-30 16:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 2026-04-05 16:00, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 2026-04-12 16:00
Spring Festival: Strawberries & Flowers in Bloom
Celebrate the best of the season at our Strawberry & Flower Spring Festival!Our family farm is transformed into a vibrant world of color and flavor.
Come for the harvest, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with a basket full of spring magic.

Step into the berry patches to harvest the season’s sweetest, sun-ripened strawberries—straight from the plant to your bucket.
With a sea of colorful ranunculus as your backdrop, it is the perfect weekend to capture your best spring selfies or family photos in the fields!

Food Trucks, Beer & Wine: Enjoy our local food trucks and relax with a refreshing glass of beer or wine while you soak up the farm views. Our seasonal farm crafted lemonade will be served up as well!

Kids’ Zone: Keep the little ones entertained with bounce houses and a dedicated craft station for hands-on, farm-inspired creativity.
Tractor Rides & Live Music: Take a scenic loop around the property on a tractor ride and enjoy local live music from 11:30-2:30
FREE Farm Fun! 10:30 AM (Saturdays): Seed Life Cycle – Kids plant their very own seed to take home. 10:30 AM (Sundays): Worm Bin & Composting – Learn the magic of farm soil (alternating Sundays). Honey Discussion & Sampling (12:00 PM): Discover the properties and benefits of raw honey straight from our farm. Taste all 5 varieties! 2:45 PM: Animal Feeding – Join us for a special feeding time! Watch our farm animals fill up on fresh veggies and feed! Live Music: Enjoy the sounds of talented local artists from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM every Saturday and Sunday.
Plan Your VisitWhen: Saturdays & Sundays, March 28th – May 10th.Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Last tickets sold and last entry into the fields, tractor and activities is at 3:00 PM.
* Parking: $5 per vehicle.* Important: Due to food safety reasons dogs are not allowed in any of the fields* For their own safety and the safety of our guests, dogs are not allowed on the tractor* We accept cash, card & digital payments at the farm stand and our activity stations
Come bloom with us and celebrate spring!

Berries & Blooms Festival Weekend 1 [10:00AM-4:00PM]
2026-03-29 10:00 - 2026-03-30 16:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 2026-04-05 16:00
Get ready to experience the farm like never before! This year, we are packing our Berries & Blooms Season with more spring fun, more flavor, and more flowers than ever. Join us for the ultimate weekend escape in the fresh air!
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Please note: Last tickets are sold and last entry into the fields is at 3:00 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to enjoy the full experience!
Can’t make it this weekend? Don’t fret! We will be celebrating spring with our Weekend Festivals every Saturday & Sunday from March 28th-May 10th!
Festival Highlights:
Berry Great!
The sweetest strawberries around are back! Our U-pick field is red, ripe & ready for you to pick and fill your buckets up with these sun ripened berries!
A Blooming good time! Ranunculus, Lavender & More!
Floral Wonderland: Wander through our famous Ranunculus fields and fall in love with spring time color! Capture stunning photos amongst the flowers and enjoy the beauty of this unique flower!
Watch as our stunning field of Stock comes to life as the season progresses.
Lavender U-Pick: Step into our aromatic lavender field in full bloom! Harvest the most fragrant stems to take a piece of the farm home with you
Build-Your-Own Bouquet: Visit our Bloom Bar to design your own custom floral arrangement or a beautiful Floral Crown.
Tractor Tour: Catch a tractor ride (last departure at 3:30 PM) and explore the farm and learn more about our practices and history and you take in the sights!
Buzz on By
DIY Infused Honey Station: Get creative and bring your honey to life by infusing it with a variety of floral and herbal ingredients, it is like spring in a jar!
Don’t miss our honey sampling and in depth discussion at 12:00 pm!
The Kids Zone is Back!
Our beloved Kids Zone is better than ever! Let the little ones burn off some energy and get creative:
Bounce House & Slides: High-energy fun on a beautiful spring day!
Cookie Decorating: A sweet treat they can design themselves.
Springtime Crafts: Build your very own Gnome or Fairy House to take home!
FREE Kids Crafts: Creative stations are open all day long for the kids to enjoy
Farm-Fresh Eats & The Botanical Bar
A Variety of Offerings: Satisfy your cravings with everything from street tacos and burritos to classic funnel cakes and more!
The Botanical Bar: Cool off with our seasonal farm-crafted lemonades, or enjoy a selection of local beer and wine.
Shop Local Artisans
Stroll through our marketplace featuring incredible local vendors! Discover unique finds including:
* Handmade Jewelry
* Farm-fresh Jams
* Artisanal Sourdough Bread
* …and so much more!
FREE Farm Fun!
10:30 AM (Saturdays): Seed Life Cycle – Kids plant their very own seed to take home.
10:30 AM (Sundays): Worm Bin & Composting – Learn the magic of farm soil (alternating Sundays).
Honey Discussion & Sampling (12:00 PM): Discover the properties and benefits of raw honey straight from our farm. Taste all 5 varieties!
2:45 PM: Animal Feeding – Join us for a special feeding time! Watch our farm animals fill up on fresh veggies and feed!
Live Music: Enjoy the sounds of talented local artists from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM every Saturday and Sunday.
Plan Your Visit
When: Saturdays & Sundays, March 28th – May 10th.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Last tickets sold and last entry into the fields, tractor and activities is at 3:00 PM.
* Parking: $5 per vehicle.
* Important: Due to food safety reasons dogs are not allowed in any of the fields
* For their own safety and the safety of our guests, dogs are not allowed on the tractor
* We accept cash, card & digital payments at the farm stand and our activity stations
Come bloom with us and celebrate spring!

Strawberry U-Pick & Flower Fields Open [10:30-4:00]
2026-04-02 10:00 - 2026-04-03 16:30, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 2026-04-10 16:30, 2026-04-16 10:00 - 2026-04-17 16:30
Weekday Charm | Thurs & Fri, 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Take it slow with a peaceful day of fresh picking and quiet strolls through the flowers.

Ranunculus U-Pick and Strawberry U-pick Easter Weekend
2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-05 10:00 - 16:00
This Easter weekend, the fields are in full, vibrant color, and we are inviting you to step into the rows for our extra special U-Pick Ranunculus experience. Known as the “rose of spring,” these stunning, multi-petaled blooms are at their peak and ready to become the centerpiece of your holiday table or the star of your Easter baskets.
Beyond the harvest, the endless rows of ranunculus provide the perfect, picturesque backdrop to capture your Easter family photo!
Gather your favorite people and spend a slow spring day wandering through acres of blooms.
✨ What’s Happening This Weekend
While you’re here for the flowers, there is plenty more to explore across the farm:
U-Pick Strawberries: Wander over to the berry patches to harvest the season’s sweetest, sun-ripened fruit.
Golden Egg Surprises: Keep a sharp eye out! While we do not host a formal Easter egg hunt, we have tucked a few hidden golden eggs throughout the fields for lucky guests to discover as they pick.
Tractor Rides & Live Music: Take a scenic loop around the property on a tractor ride and enjoy live local tunes while you soak up the atmosphere.
Spring Crafts: A dedicated station for kids to get creative with festive farm-themed crafts.
DIY Bouquets: Add in a few extra stems to create the most stunning spring arragment for your easter table!
April 4th & 5th
10:00-4:00 PM
$5 parking per car
Please note: Last tickets are sold and last entry into the fields is at 3:00 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to enjoy the full experience!
Can’t make it this weekend? Don’t fret! We will be celebrating spring with our Weekend Festivals every Saturday & Sunday from March 28th-May 10th!
* Important: Due to food safety reasons dogs are not allowed in any of the fields
* For their own safety and the safety of our guests, dogs are not allowed on the tractor
* We accept cash, card & digital payments at the farm stand and our activity stations
Come bloom with us and celebrate spring!

Berries and Blooms Festival [10:00-4:00PM]
2026-04-11 10:00 - 2026-04-12 16:00

Military Appreciation Weekend [10:00AM-4:00PM]
2026-04-18 08:00 - 16:00
This weekend at our Spring Festival, we are proud to honor all military members, both past and present. We are so grateful for your service and sacrifice, and we want to welcome you and your families to the farm for a beautiful day in the sun.
With a valid military ID, you will receive:
🍓 BOGO Strawberry U-Pick Buckets – Buy one bucket to fill with sun-ripened berries, get the second one free!
🌸 BOGO Flower Field Entries – Experience the magic of the blooming Ranunculus and Lavender fields
🚜 BOGO Tractor Rides – Take a classic farm tour around our fields!
Bring the family, enjoy the fresh air, and let us say “thank you” for all that you do. We can’t wait to see you in the fields!
Our family farm is transformed into a vibrant world of color and flavor.
Come for the harvest, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with a basket full of spring magic.
Step into the berry patches to harvest the season’s sweetest, sun-ripened strawberries—straight from the plant to your bucket.
With a sea of colorful ranunculus as your backdrop, it is the perfect weekend to capture your best spring selfies or family photos in the fields!
Food Trucks, Beer & Wine: Enjoy our local food trucks and relax with a refreshing glass of beer or wine while you soak up the farm views. Our seasonal farm crafted lemonade will be served up as well!
Kids’ Zone: Keep the little ones entertained with bounce houses and a dedicated craft station for hands-on, farm-inspired creativity.
Tractor Rides & Live Music: Take a scenic loop around the property on a tractor ride and enjoy local live music from 11:30-2:30
🐞 FREE Farm Fun!
🌻 10:30 AM (Saturdays): Seed Life Cycle – Kids plant their very own seed to take home.
🪱 10:30 AM (Sundays): Worm Bin & Composting – Learn the magic of farm soil (alternating Sundays).
🍯 Honey Discussion & Sampling (12:00 PM): Discover the properties and benefits of raw honey straight from our farm. Taste all 5 varieties!
🐖 2:45 PM: Animal Feeding – Join us for a special feeding time! Watch our farm animals fill up on fresh veggies and feed!
🎼 Live Music: Enjoy the sounds of talented local artists from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM every Saturday and Sunday.
📍 Plan Your Visit
Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Last tickets sold and last entry into the fields, tractor and activities is at 3:00 PM.
* Parking: $5 per vehicle.
* Important: Due to food safety reasons dogs are not allowed in any of the fields
* For their own safety and the safety of our guests, dogs are not allowed on the tractor
* We accept cash, card & digital payments at the farm stand and our activity stations
Come bloom with us and celebrate spring!
