Mellano Farm Stand

Farm Stand Open |10:30am - 5:00pm| Thursday — Sunday
2025-10-16 10:30 - 2025-10-19 17:00, 2025-10-23 10:30 - 2025-10-26 17:00, 2025-10-30 10:30 - 2025-11-02 17:00, 2025-11-06 10:30 - 2025-11-09 17:00, 2025-11-13 10:30 - 2025-11-16 17:00, 2025-11-20 10:30 - 2025-11-23 17:00, 2025-12-04 10:30 - 2025-12-07 17:00, 2025-12-11 10:30 - 2025-12-14 17:00 UTC and 7 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.

Certified Farmers Market |2:00pm - 6:00pm|
2025-10-17 14:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-24 14:00 - 18:00
The Certified Farmers Market is open every Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM unless stated closed for special events or holidays.

Fall Festival
2025-10-18 - 2025-10-19, 2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26

Certified Farmers Market [2:00PM - 6:00PM]
2025-10-31 14:00 - 18:00

Centennial Celebration & Bonsall Chamber 5k Run, plus 100 bunches of Free Flowers
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00
Celebrating 100 Years Together!

Join us as we celebrate our centennial by proudly sponsoring the Bonsall Chamber of Commerce’s Bonsall Bridge Centennial Celebration!

The Chamber will kick things off with a morning 5K run at the Bonsall Bridge, followed by a fun-filled day at Bonsall Elementary School (10AM–2PM) featuring food, music, entertainment, pioneer activities, a car show, and more!
We’ll be front and center at this event with our old-fashioned farm stand, where you and your family can:– Enjoy our beautiful farm display– Free hands-on activities such as learn how to churn butter– Enjoy farm-fresh photo ops

And in honor of our 100 years, we’ll be giving away 100 bunches of flowers!
Come celebrate a century of community, connection, and local heritage — we can’t wait to see you there!
Interested in more information or signing up for the 5k run?
Click here: https://www.bonsallchamber.org

Holiday Festival & Maker's Market - Cancelled this Weekend
2025-11-15 - 2025-11-16
Unfortunately, Mother Nature is not on our side this weekend!

We are so sad to announce the cancellation of our Winter Festival & Holiday Market due to the forecasted rain.

We appreciate all the enthusiasm and support! We look forward to seeing you at our next event—be sure to keep an eye on this page for future announcements!

Farmstand Closed. Happy Thanksgiving!
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-30
The farm stand is closed for the holiday weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience but want our employees to enjoy the holiday with their family & friends. We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Holiday Market [10:00AM-3:00PM]
2025-12-07 10:00 - 15:00
Cozy vibes and holiday shopping are coming to the farm!

Join us for our Winter Festival & Holiday Market on Sunday, December 7th (10 AM – 3 PM). Find unique, handmade gifts like jewelry, crystals, and candles, home decor and more, all while supporting small business!

We will have live music, local beer and wine, tacos, crepes & musubi! Kids can enjoy holiday crafts including cookie decorating, wooden gingerbread houses, ornaments and more!

BONUS: Meet ALMA Rescue! Adoptable puppies and small dogs will be here from 10 AM – 2 PM looking for their furever homes!

Follow the link below for more event details!
https://www.facebook.com/events/24877263461973296/

Farmstand closed – Merry Christmas!
2025-12-25 - 2025-12-28
The farm stand is closed for the holiday weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience but want our employees to enjoy the holiday with their family & friends. We wish you a Merry Christmas!

Farm Stand Closed- Happy New Year!
2026-01-01 - 2026-01-04
The farm stand is closed for the holiday weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience but want our employees to enjoy the holiday with their family & friends. We wish you a Happy New Year!

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.
