
Best Chicago Area Pumpkin Patches (Picked by Parents)
Get your fall fix at one of these parent-recommended pumpkin patches around Chicago and beyond!
In addition to offering the perfect pumpkins for your Halloween carving ideas, many of these spots host family fun like corn mazes, farm animals, play areas, apple picking and fall festivals.
Check the map to find the best pumpkin patches near you, and leave a review for any you've visited to share your thoughts with fellow parents!
County Line Orchard
Joseph Kelley said: Spending a day at County Line Orchard is one of the best family activities around. You can pick your own pumpkin at their pumpkin patch or buy one at the store. Not only are they one of the best u-pick apple orchards near Chicago, they also offer tractor riding, a petting zoo, maze, and a toddler play area.
Hobart, INHarvest Tyme Family Farm
Agreatmom2! said: At Harvest Tyme Family Farm, your family can enjoy the pumpkin patch, amusement park rides, kettle corn, corn mazes and more!
Odyssey Fun Farm
Joseph Kelley said: Explore a 13-acre pumpkin patch to find just the right pumpkin for your family, and then wind your way through 15 acres of corn maze! You can also enjoy 5 acres of family friendly activities, including the Odyssey Petting Zoo, Inflatable Kidz Zone, corn cannons, pig races, a cow train, hay rides and pony rides!
Tinley Park, ILBengtson's Pumpkin Farm
Joseph Kelley said: At Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm, pumpkins are just the beginning, and there is something sure to delight every member of your family! They have over 15 attractions including a pumpkin chucker, a petting zoo, a selfie booth, hayrides, gem and arrowhead mining, pony rides, pig races, and train rides. They also have several food options.
Homer Glen, ILMid-September - October
Konow's Corn Maze
Joseph Kelley said: Konow's Corn Maze has everything you need for a fun, fall, family outing! They have two different corn mazes; one is about 3.4 miles and one is about 0.4 miles. They have all sorts of barnyard activities such as a straw playground, jumping pillow, cow train express, hayrides, duck races, pony rides, and special events. And, of course, they have plenty of pumpkins too!
Homer Glen, ILMid September-October
Siegel's Cottonwood Farm
Kristy Pepping said: Siegel's Cottonwood Farm is owned by the 4th generation of the Siegel Family. Each season they offer different activities. In the fall, it's pumpkin time at this farm! Fall at the farm features more than 30 activities including a petting zoo, Siegel’s 5 Sports Ball Zone, hayrack ride to u-pick pumpkins, haunted barn, train rides, zip lines, two corn field mazes and much more. They add new attractions each year!
Lockport, ILJohansen Farms Children's Zoo & Pumpkin Farm
Alexandra F. said: Johansen Farm has over 25,000 pumpkins in their pumpkin patch. They are also home to one of the best petting farms in the Chicago area with over 500 animals. Your child can hold a baby chick, feed goats, and get an up-close look at little rabbits. While you're there you can stock up on apple cider donuts, mums for your garden, and other fall-themed treats.
Opens Sept 15 for the season
Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm
Joseph Kelley said: Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm offers pumpkins of all shapes and sizes! All pumpkins are pre-picked. There are also gourds, indian corn, mini pumpkins, straw bales, and corn stalk bundles available for purchase. After you pick your pumpkin you can check out their other activities including hay rides, a corn maze, and learning about farm animals.
Waukegan, ILMid September-October
Dollinger Family Farm
Joseph Kelley said: A pumpkin patch with a side history lesson, this farm, 50 minutes from the Chicago area houses an old barn that's on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the pumpkin farm, they have family favorite activities like a petting zoo, play area, a corn bin and a corn maze.
Channahon, ILSonny Acres Farm
Joseph Kelley said: Come and join Sonny Acres Farm for their annual fall festivities! They'll have train rides, pony rides, kiddie rides and inflatables, as well as great food options.
West Chicago, ILOpens Sept 18 for the season
Keller's Farmstand
Kristy Pepping said: Keller's Farmstand offers u-pick apples and pumpkins. Join them on Saturdays and Sundays as well for bales full of fun including an 8-acre corn maze, kids play area, farm animals, and a concession stand featuring rich and creamy fudge, apple cider donuts, yummy kettle corn as well as other treats.
Abbey Farms - Pumpkin Daze
Joseph Kelley said: Pumpkin Daze offers great activities such as a large corn maze, petting zoo, and more. They even have a craft beer and wine tent. Don't miss their pumpkins, pies, donuts and other favorite sweet treats!
Aurora, ILSeptember-October
Blackberry Farm - Pumpkin Weekends
Brigitte Nohra Miller said: Every weekend is full of fun at the Blackberry Farm, with different themes each weekend so you are sure to enjoy your day out with the family. Kids have tons of activities to explore, especially the fun yet scary Victorian Halloween party at the Huntoon House, and let’s not forget the 70-foot zip line which is perfect for your thrill-seeking kiddo! Add to that crafts and games, as well as unlimited train rides, corn box and more.
October Weekends & Columbus Day
Sugar Grove Pumpkin Farm
Sarah D. said: Nothing says fall like picking pumpkins, squashes and beautiful bi-colored sweet corn! Sugar Grove Pumpkin Farm has a quaint, nostalgic experience for families including a mom and pop-style farm with kids activities and a corn maze where everything is free except the produce!
Sugar Grove, ILClosed Mondays and Tuesdays
Richardson Corn Maze
Joseph Kelley said: Admission includes entrance into the maze, observation tower, train, wagon ride, carousel, pig races, pedal bikes & trikes, slides, and much more! Pumpkins, food items, and some activities are available for an additional fee.
Stade’s Farm & Market
Alexandra F. said: A longtime popular Chicago destination for u-pick berries, pumpkins and apples. Visit on a weekend in September or October to pick your own, and to enjoy their annual “Shades of Autumn” family festival, with fun outdoor attractions including a carousel, inflatables, zipline, petting zoo and more!
McHenry, ILTom's Farm Market
Sarah D. said: Tom's Farm Market has a Fall Festival with something for everyone! The Farm has 6 acres of corn maze, a climbing spider web, petting zoo, pedal tractor track, play land, inflatables and more! Take your more adventurous kids on a moonlight corn maze complete with bonfires and nighttime treats!
Huntley, ILOctober
Goebbert's Pumpkin Patch
Brigitte Nohra Miller said: Goebbert's Fall Fest and Market is a great place to bring your family for fall fun. They grow over 200 acres of fresh fruit, vegetables, and fall decor (think gourds, mums, and corn stalks). Once you're done shopping at the market you can check out all of their attractions including 50 different animals, wagon rides, a corn maze, a pumpkin eating dinosaur, pig races, corn hole and ring toss games, and more.
September-October
Kuipers Family Farm
Alexandra F. said: Head to Kuipers Family Farm to pick your own apples or pumpkins. They also have pig races, a jumping pillow, a mountain slide, a corn maze and more!
Maple Park, ILVon Bergen's Country Market - Fall Pumpkin Festival
Joseph Kelley said: The Von Bergen's Country Market is known for their high quality pumpkins and sweet corn. They have a large market filled with fresh farm produce. Daily activities include a corn maze, play area, barnyard animals, fall decor, Native American artifacts, hemp field, zombie sunflower maze, u-pick zinnia and snapdragons (while blooms last).
Hebron, ILLate September-October
All Seasons Orchard
Sean Keisman said: All Seasons Orchard is one of the largest u-pick apple orchards in northern Illinois with more than 15,000 apple trees and two orchards. Their wagon ride will take you to one or both orchards, depending on the pick-your-own apple varieties that are available. They also have thousands of pumpkins to choose from whether you want to pick your own or grab an already-picked pumpkin from their pumpkin farm. The orchard also includes a corn maze, petting zoo, bunny village, giant swings, pedal karts, and more.
Woodstock, ILYaegers Farm Market
Brigitte Nohra Miller said: What could be better than taking a hayride train to the pumpkin patch and letting the kids pick their own pumpkin from the field? The Farm also features a play land area with a 5-acre corn maze, wooden train, castle, and ship.
Dekalb, ILCody's Farm & Orchards
Brigitte Nohra Miller said: If you are looking to pick your own pumpkin from the fields, stop by Cody's Farm and enjoy a day full of fun with the kids. From hayrides, to a corn box and sand box, to barrel rides, there is plenty of fun to be had by all! Don't forget to check out their 5-acre corn maze. Fresh produce and fall decoration items are also available.
Marengo, ILOpen on weekends in October, u-pick pumpkins available
Royal Oak Farm Orchard
Alexandra F. said: Royal Oak Farm Orchard offers family fun and entertainment on a 160-acre farm. They have over 21,000 apple trees with over 30 varieties of apples to choose from. They also grow pumpkins, giant pumpkins, gourds and winter squash. And they have the country's first apple tree maze, Amaze 'N Apples, where you can wander through 1.5 miles of trails with 9 varieties of apples.
Harvard, ILHoney Hill Orchard
Brigitte Nohra Miller said: Honey Hill Orchard offers u-pick pumpkins as well as apples. Kids will enjoy the petting zoo and get busy running/navigating though a straw maze and more. Don't forget to visit their bakery for some tasty treats!
Waterman, ILJonamac Orchard
Joseph Kelley said: Jonamac Orchard is a three generational family farm owned and operated by the McArtor Family since 1984. The apple orchard is part of the 105-acre farm in Northern Illinois, with over 20,000 apple trees. They also have a huge selection of pumpkins you can pick yourself from their massive 12-acre patch!
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