Who doesn’t love sunflowers? Well, you’re in luck, because there’s a spectacular hidden gem in northwestern Louisiana that you simply have to check out. Endless fields of beautiful sunflowers are in bloom and you should see them before it’s too late.
Ready for the most colorfully cheerful event of the summer?
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook The Sunflower Trail & Festival is returning for its 20th year, and you don’t want to miss it!
The Sunflower Festival will take place on June 16, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and it’s free to attend!
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook The event, which is hosted by the Red River Crossroads Historical Association will take place behind the Crossroads Museum in the Shreve Memorial Library. You’ll find the museum at 12797 Main St., Gilliam, LA 71029.
This family-friendly festival celebrates all things sunflower-related and provides entertainment for all ages.
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There will be arts & crafts tents, art exhibits, crafts for kids…
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…artisans selling handmade items…
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….delicious food, live music, and more!
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And it’s all centered around the spectacular sunflowers!
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Don’t miss out on the sunflower photography contest!
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook Entries will be on display in the Gilliam Library. Make sure to vote on their Facebook page for your favorite in the Peoples’ Choice category! The photo above was captured by photographer Jamie Hay and won the Peoples’ Choice Award in 2016.
Even if you can’t make it to the festival, you should still take a drive along the Sunflower Trail to see the seemingly endless fields of vibrant blooms.
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You are welcome to pull over to snap photos and can even cut a few flowers to take home with you!
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The Trail stretches down Highway 3049 - keep an eye out for signs like this one marking the route.
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook There’s also a handy map on their website to help guide you.
They’re in bloom for just a few weeks, so it’s worth your while to spend an afternoon driving through.
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Bring your camera for some amazing photo opportunities!
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For more information about this awesome event, visit the Red River Crossroads Historical & Cultural Association website and follow along on the Sunflower Trail & Festival Facebook page. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite sunflower photos!
Sunflower Trail & Festival/Facebook
The Sunflower Trail & Festival is returning for its 20th year, and you don’t want to miss it!
The event, which is hosted by the Red River Crossroads Historical Association will take place behind the Crossroads Museum in the Shreve Memorial Library. You’ll find the museum at 12797 Main St., Gilliam, LA 71029.
Entries will be on display in the Gilliam Library. Make sure to vote on their Facebook page for your favorite in the Peoples’ Choice category! The photo above was captured by photographer Jamie Hay and won the Peoples’ Choice Award in 2016.
There’s also a handy map on their website to help guide you.
Have you ever been to the cheerful Sunflower Festival or driven along the Sunflower Trail? Will you be headed out to the festival this weekend? Share your experience in the comments below!
Don’t forget to share your photos of the beautiful blooms in our Louisiana Nature Lovers Facebook group for a chance to see your snapshots featured!
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