Every year, we see it: A desperate parent on social media asks where they can find a pumpkin patch to take the kids.
And we get it. Not only are pumpkin patches a lot of fun, but in Central Florida — where the trees are evergreen, and the temperature is always warm — pumpkin patches and pumpkin-spice lattes are just about the only way to experience the picturesque, more traditional idea of the fall season.
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Luckily, plenty of cute pumpkin patches sprout up across our area around this time, offering an opportunity to craft great photos and build precious memories.
We took the liberty of compiling a list of some of the best, most stunning pumpkin patches in our area, so you can start planning your fall celebrations right away.
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Southern Hill Farms
Where: 16651 Schofield Road Clermont, FL 34714
When: Hours vary by day – Fall Festival begins Sept. 25 through Nov. 7
Admission: $20, kids 2 and under free, purchase online in advance only
Extra info: Apple cider donuts, pumpkin carving, s’mores around fire pits, pick your pumpkins, hayrides, petting zoo, bounce houses and more
Pets: No. Service animals trained for tasks for people with disabilities welcome.
Website: https://southernhillfarms.com/events/
Painted Oaks Academy
Where: 15239 Lake Pickett Road Orlando, FL 32820
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Oct. 3 through Nov. 1
Admission: $5 adults, $3 kids ages 3-17, free parking
Extra info: Pony rides, train rides, pick your own pumpkins at $1 per pound, live music and food on the weekends
Pets: No. Service animals trained for tasks for people with disabilities welcome.
Website: https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkin-patch-festival-orlando-fl/
Cowart Ranch and Farms
Where: 8185 W Highway 100 Bunnell, FL 32110
When: Maze Dayz, 10 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Fields of Fear, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Festivities begin Oct. 5 through Nov. 3, Friday through Sunday
Admission: Maze Dayz are $10, kids 3 and under free; Fields of Fear $12
Extra info: Corn maze, petting zoo, games, bounce houses, pumpkin patch, hayrides and more
Pets: No. Leashed service animals trained for tasks for people with disabilities welcome.
Website: http://cowartranchandfarms.com/events/
Ever After Farms
Where: 4455 Dixie Way Mims, FL 32754
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday, beginning Oct. 3 through Nov. 7
Admission: $5, kids 1 and under free, some activities may cost extra
Extra info: Crop maze, hayrides, petting zoo, flower patch, playground, games and more
Website: https://www.everafterfarms.com/fall-festival/
Harvest Fields Corn Maze and Hay Ride
Where: 3000 N. Spring Garden Ave. Deland, FL 32724
When: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Begins Oct. 8 through 31
Admission: $10, kids 2 and under are free, some activities may cost extra
Extra info: Corn maze, games, activities, hayrides, pumpkin picks, vendors
Pets: No. Service animals trained for tasks for people with disabilities welcome.
Website: https://harvestfieldscornmaze.com/
The Pickin’ Patch
Where: 11000 Rolling Hills Road Dunnellon, FL 34431
When: Begins Oct. 2 through Oct. 24, every Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Admission: $5, kids 3 and under are free, some activities may cost extra
Extra info: Food, vendors, face painting and pick your own pumpkins at $1 per pound
Pets: No. Service animals trained for tasks for people with disabilities welcome.
Website: https://dunnellonpumpkinpatch.com/
Timberline Farm
Where: 3200 Southeast 115th Street Belleview, FL 34420
When: Begins Oct. 1 through Oct. 31, and runs every Friday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Admission: $8 for adults, $6 for children and students, kids 3 and under free
Extra info: Pony rides, race painting, corn crib, hayride, train ride, corn hole, music, games and more
Pets: Yes!
Website: https://timberlinefarm.net/location/
Hagerty Farms Pumpkin Patch
Where: 3225 Lockwood Blvd. Oviedo, FL 32765
When: Pumpkin patch is outside and opens Oct. 3. Closed during inclement weather.
Admission: Free, outside. Just come on by!
Extra info: Pumpkins, gourds, more pumpkins and all pumpkins — just pumpkins of all kinds! Great spot for the perfect seasonal family or Instagram photo.
Pets: Yes! Leashed.
Website: https://hagertyfarms.com/
Lake Catherine Blueberries
Where: 5849 Lake Catherine Road Groveland, FL 34736
When: Begins Sept. 24 through Oct. 30, every Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $6, kids 3 and under free, some activities may cost extra
Extra info: Live music, full liquor bar, lunch and dinner for sale, fire pits for s’mores, family fall scavenger hunt maze, scary Haunted Halloween Maze, scary Dark Forest and much more
Pets: Not recommended.
Website: http://www.lakecatherineblueberries.com/
Harvest Holler Corn Maze
Where: 950 Tavares Road Polk City, FL 33868
When: Runs through Sept. 17 through Nov. 14, every Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $15 for adults; $12 kids, seniors and military; kids under 2 free
Extra info: Mini-golf, corn maze, hayrides, train rides, swing tires, playground, food and much more
Pets: No.
Website: https://harvestholler.com/
Wildflower Farm
Where: 2218 Carrington Drive Orlando, FL 32807
When: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Beginning Oct. 2 through Oct. 31, ever Wednesday through Sunday
Admission: $5 at the door (if space available), $3 in advance. Reservations recommended.
Extra info: Animal petting area, variety pumpkin patch, refreshments, photo ops, yoga and more
Pets: No.
Website: https://www.wildflowerfarmorlando.com/pumpkinpatch
Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest
Where: 35317 Huff Rd Eustis, FL 32736
When: Begins Oct. 2 through Oct. 31. Pumpkin patch is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $, and age
Extra info: Pumpkin patch, Halloween spooky events at different hours, cook your own fire food, hayrides, bounce houses, petting zoo and more
Pets: Well-behaved leashed dogs are permitted, but not allowed in the horse ride and petting zoo areas. Please pick up any droppings.
Website: https://www.santaschristmastreeforest.com/hours-and-info/
Long & Scott Farms
Where: 26216 County Road 448A Mount Dora, FL 32757
When: Begins Oct. 1 through Dec. 12. Hours vary by events
Admission: $15
Extra info: Scott’s Maze Adventures, Night Maze, pumpkin patch, huge jumping pillow, 60-foot super slide, giant castle playground, games, educational activities and more
Pets: No. Service animals trained for tasks for people with disabilities welcome.
Website: http://longandscottfarms.com/maze/
Mick Farms Market
Where: 4261 Canoe Creek Road Saint Cloud, FL 34772
When: Pumpkins begin in October, every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission: Free, you only pay for the fresh items you pick off the vines
Extra info: Mick Farms grows fresh crops all year for picking, come pick pumpkins and gourds and more
Pets: No.
Website: https://www.mickfarmsmarket.com/
Club Lake
Where: 3403 Rock Springs Road Apopka, FL 32712
When: Fall Festival begins Oct. 2 through Oct. 31. Thursday and Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: $6.95 Thursday and Friday, $13.95 Saturday and Sunday, infants free
Extra info: Hayrides, playground, corn maze, toddler maze, duck races, football and basketball areas, pumpkin patch, concession stands and more.
Pets: Pet-friendly, as long as pet is on a leash and under control at all times
Website: http://clublakeplantation.com/events/fall-festival/