We love wenninghoffs! We can always get an amazing…read moreassortment of locally grown food here and we recently signed up for the weekly food pickup! We always get something special like peaches or fresh tomatoes. For only $15 a week (paid in a lump sum at the beginning of the summer) it's so worth it. We always have something local to have with dinner!

We finally stopped in at Wenninghoff's after two years of driving by and saying, "We should go…read morethere sometime." I'm glad we did! The market is packed with locally made and grown products. We picked up some sandwich pickles, local honey, and a massive seedless watermelon. Prices on some items were a little higher than expected, but given they're local, I didn't mind paying a bit extra--it feels good to support nearby farmers and makers. That said, there are a few things I'd probably skip. One thing to note: they add a $1 fee for card transactions, so if you want to avoid that, bring cash!

We had so much fun at Bloom! We went last October and just had a fun time! So many great…read moreactivities, a wonderful selection of pumpkins and overall a wonderful value! I can't wait to make a trip back! When so many pumpkin patches these days are overpriced and commercialized this was exactly what I wanted in a day on the farm!

This pumpkin patch is an absolutely adorable hidden gem, offering everything I was looking for in a…read morefall experience this year. It's stunningly beautiful and well maintained, with an abundance of activities and sights to enjoy for the whole family. We really enjoyed creating some lasting memories here

10/ 26/2025 This was my first visit with some well seasoned…read morefriends that knew the layout of all the food/drink spots to hit. This place gives all the Halloween town vibes, it gives off the childhood feels that makes you want to walk around all day and just enjoy the day. We hit the spots for a nice warm brew sat outside next to the fire pits (nice touch). Lines weren't as bad as they looked the lil piggy race was too cute I loved how they chose people of all ages. The food got great reviews from my friends especially the pot pies. The gift shop to exit was a really nice touch as well with something for everyone

Vala's is a great spot if you have kids. I will say that they have added more things for adults to…read moreenjoy, but I would say it's not enough to vindicate the high admission price on the weekend. They continue to add new attractions, which is great, but the older attractions are broken down and covered in dust. The best thing to do at Vala's as an adult is try some of the delicious food and drinks. Today I tried an apple cider slushie and a piece of the brown butter pie. Both were absolutely delicious!

This place is huge so if you have kiddos bring snacks, strollers, and comfy attire…read more You can spend a solid few hours letting the kiddos play and enjoy the outdoor activities. They do a fun game where if you find a golden pumpkin you get a free cotton candy!

Update fall 2023. Even more fun things to jump and play on! Adding picture of pumpkin prices. They…read morehave HUGE variety of pumpkins!

My family and I go here every year to grab our pumpkins and to have a nice morning out with the…read morekids. It's free to enter. They have a couple really nice patches and also some outdoor games for the kids, rocking chairs and a wooden train and boats for the kids to play on. They have hot peppers and some apple trees where you can pick and purchase fresh apples. They also have local honey that they harvest, which is really tasty! All in all, we love this place. We go for a couple hours, walk around, let the kids play games and run around, and we go to the pumpkin patch and look for pumpkins. The owners do pick pumpkins and place a lot at the entrance in case you don't want to jack with finding one on your own....(which is what I do.) Also, the owners are super nice!

I don't know where to even begin other than Nelson Produce Farm is truly a Nebraska spring staple…read moreand that if you have the opportunity to attend the Tulip Festival, you need to take it. The admission price is worth it for how many attractions there are here, and there is truly something for every age! Upon entering the farm, you are greeted with tons of cute decorations, garland, and photo ops, which are super fun and make the experience all-encompassing. I also thought they did a great job with signage since I was on the hunt for the tulips! There were two main sections for tulips: U-Pick, and for viewing only. Along my way to the decorative tulip fields, I was greeted by the cutest llamas and cows, and there were tons of adorable farm themed toys and set-ups, which would make this a great place to bring your family. The tulip fields alone were worth this visit. They were absolutely magnificent and there was such a gorgeous variety. Even with difficult weather, they still looked pristine and it didn't even feel like I was in Nebraska anymore! I used to live along the border of Germany/the Netherlands (where tulips are famed to grow) and I have seen many tulip attractions throughout my life, and Nelsons was still one of the best and most enjoyable experiences. I also chose to do U-Pick, which I regretted only because of the freezing weather, high winds, and my choice to wear a sundress, none of which is Nelsons fault. If the weather had been better this would be such a fun experience, and I still enjoyed browsing for the prettiest flowers. After picking a small bouquet, I made my way to the Farm Market, which was a huge shop full of everything from local products, foods, and goods, to Tulip Festival merch and fun mementos. There was also a small cafe where I got an iced coffee and took a moment to relax and enjoy the moment. I also ended up buying a small Schleich chicken figurine as a souvenir, and everyone who worked at Nelsons was incredibly sweet and friendly. I will absolutely be returning in the future and recommending this experience to everyone I know!

This was our first visit to Nelson's Farm for the Strawberry Festival, and overall we had a very…read moregood experience. Originally, we planned to come just to pick strawberries because we had seen information online that led us to believe that was an option without attending the full festival. When we arrived, however, we learned that picking strawberries required purchasing full festival admission. Weekend tickets were $20 per person, with adults and children paying the same price. I think clearer communication on the website, social media, and at the farm itself regarding admission requirements would help set expectations. Since we ended up purchasing festival admission, we decided to explore everything the event had to offer...and there was quite a bit. The atmosphere reminded me a little of Valas Pumpkin Patch, but with a more relaxed, family-owned feel. In some ways, it felt more like the Valas I remember from growing up. Nelson's offers plenty of activities, but it still feels authentic and community-focused rather than highly commercialized. There were several giant slides, jumping pillows, farm animals to pet and feed, a playground, a corn pit, football and basketball games, and many other activities for kids. I imagine many of these attractions are available throughout the season, not just during Strawberry Festival. One thing they did especially well was the festival theming. There were adorable strawberry-themed photo opportunities throughout the property, cute displays, and thoughtful decorations. In the café and market, they had strawberry garlands, themed signs, and all sorts of strawberry-inspired merchandise. The market was particularly well done, with everything from strawberry candies and treats to strawberry-themed hair clips, keychains, cups, and other fun items. Like many farms, they offer a tractor-pulled ride out to the strawberry fields, which was much appreciated. The strawberry patch itself was larger than I expected. Some areas had been picked over, but there were still plenty of good berries if you took your time and looked around. It took my family of three about 30 minutes to pick roughly 1 1/2 pounds. We were told the berries are smaller this year because they're June-bearing strawberries, but they were incredibly sweet and flavorful. At $4 per pound, the pricing felt very reasonable for fresh local strawberries and comparable to what I'd expect to pay at a farmers market. One area for improvement would be adding more shaded seating for parents. Some of the attractions--particularly the large slides and jumping areas--have limited shade and seating nearby. We visited on a hot, humid Nebraska day, which isn't exactly unusual, so a few more places for adults to sit comfortably while supervising children would make the experience even better. I also appreciated seeing several American flags displayed around the property. It's always nice to see that sense of patriotism and community pride. Finally, every employee we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The staff genuinely seemed focused on creating a positive customer experience and maintaining the feel of a family farm. They do a very good job of that. Despite the confusion regarding admission, we had a fun day, picked some fantastic strawberries, and would absolutely consider visiting again.

The absolute cutest little patch there is. Pumpkins are always clean and affordable. There is stuff…read morefor kids and fun little photo ops. A hidden gem!

What a great find for pumpkin picking season! We live on the NE side of Lincoln and this is just a…read moreshort 15-minute drive up O St. I loved pulling up and seeing the family pulling pumpkins fresh from the farm while we picked our favorites from bins around the property. While my sister and I shopped and styled our pumpkins, the kids played on the playground and in the stock tank full of corn. They even had kitties to see and other things to buy, like corn stalks and mums. This is a self-service patch so you either put cash in the can or they do accept Venmo. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/Oehlerking-Punkin-Patch-110240077491020/