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Even though fall rolls around at the same time every year, there’s always something that feels special about the sights, smells, and tastes of the season. These are the Best Pumpkin Patches in Dallas Fort Worth. One of the most enduring fall traditions in the U.S. is going to a pumpkin patch to choose your very own pumpkin to decorate or carve and partaking in all the fun fall activities that go along with it.
Just loving this tee! I think I’ll wear this, grab a hot chocolate and visit all of the pumpkin patches throughout Dallas Fort Worth.
Every year, families and friends make it a tradition to visit a pumpkin patch or multiple pumpkin patches because who can really stop at one?? Visiting a pumpkin patch isn’t just about finding the best pumpkin, but the experience and memories that you make while there. And of course the perfect family photo =) Every pumpkin patch is unique and offers different activities than the next one. Use this guide to choose your favorites. And I hope that you find one that your family can treasure the memories of your visit for a lifetime.
We absolutely love the FALL and all things pumpkin. And know you do too!!
The Best Pumpkin Patches in Dallas Fort Worth
Gunter: The Big Orange Pumpkin Farm at Preston Trail Farms
- Admission: $8 per person for ages 2 & up. Weekday admission includes:
- one pie pumpkin
- feed for petting barn
- hayride
- roping pen
- hay maze
Weekend admission includes is $10 per person ages 2 and up and includes:
- {NEW} farm train
- feed for petting barn
- hayride
- hot dog
- roping pen
- hay maze
- Dates: September 15, 2018 – November 21, 2018
- Hours of Operation: 8:00am-8:00pm Sunday – Saturday (the farm cafe and farm store open at 6:00 AM)
- Address: 15102 State Highway 289 in Gunter, Texas
- More Info: This Pumpkin Farm has become an annual destination for thousands of North Texas and Oklahoma residents.It is set along the historic Shawnee Trail and besides being a destination for their Pumpkin Patch it is also a year-round destination farm that offers access to fresh local seasonal produce and an escape to a simpler and more sustainable lifestyle.
- Dog Parents: dogs are allowed on a leash
Grapevine: Hall’s Pumpkin Patch
- Admission: Free admission and Free parking. However, additional activities are CASH only.
- Other rules: Please visit their site before heading out and you will note that there are no professional photography sessions, no pets and no outside food allowed.
- Dates: It is open daily through October 31st
- Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday 3:00 – 8:00 pm, Friday 3:00 – 10:00pm, Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 – 8:00pm
- Location: 3420 Hall Johnson Road, Grapevine Texas
- More Info: Hall’s Pumpkin Farm welcomes families from all over Tarrant County and beyond to come out and enjoy an old fashion fall celebration. Every October, our family celebrates the harvest by inviting folks to visit our farm. They have pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, gourds, hay bales and corn stalks. Located in historic Grapevine Hayrides start at $3. Corn Maze: $5. Cash only.
The Pumpkin Patch at First Christian Church
- Admission: Free admission
- Dates: It is open daily from October 1 – October 31st
- Hours of Operation: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Location: 910 S Collins Arlington, TX 76010
- More Info:The Pumpkin Patch features over 5,000 different pumpkins and gourds to choose from, a story time reading corner for children, photo opportunities, games, decoration stickers, and fun activities for all ages. The price for pumpkins and gourds depends on size. Prices range from $.50 to $30 this year. They do take large orders for businesses or events, please contact the church office for details. You can also watch for updates on their FB Page.
Melissa: Lola’s Local Market
- Admission: No admission fee but bring money for the vendors and activities that you would like to participate in.
- Dates: Opens the weekend of September 28 through the first week of November; Open Tuesdays—Sundays (closed Mondays)
- Hours of Operation Saturdays 10am – 10pm with after dark attractions opening at dark, Sundays noon – 6pm, & October Fridays 6-10pm.
- Location: 1771 Kever Main, Melissa Texas
- More Info: Lola’s has a wide varietal of pumpkins for sale. You won’t be disappointed! Activities on the weekend include pony rides, hayrides, pumpkin painting and more. Peruse through the huge selection of pumpkins (including exotic pumpkins) and fresh goodies available at the market. Food trucks and vendors will be on site during the weekend.
The Best Pumpkin Patches in Dallas Fort Worth
Canton: Yesterland Farm
Of all of the Pumpkin Patches this one will take a bit longer to travel to BUT heck, its Canton and its totally Hallmark Movie-esque which make this one a must-visit during the Fall =) Plus, they’ve made a fantastic recovery after the tornadoes and this family farm surely deserves our support.
- Admission: They offer a variety of ticket types that can be purchased ahead of time online, check this out – $18.95 (online) and $21.95 (at the gate)
- Dates: See screenshot below of the dates
- Hours of Operation Saturdays 10am – 10pm with after dark attractions opening at dark, Sundays noon – 6pm, & October Fridays 6-10pm.
- Location: 15410 Interstate 20, Canton, TX 75103
- More Info:
While the rest of the world is going green, we’re going orange — with pumpkins and gourds of all sizes, colors and shapes! They have many varieties in our Pumpkin Patches scattered around the farm. Some are good for cooking and some are fun for painting or carving. Pumpkins range from $1 – $20 depending on size! Plus, they have many more attractions —
Farm Attractions: Corn Maze, Wagon Train rides, Farm Zoo, Pig Races, Rubber Duck Races, Pumpkin Movie in the Tipi, WesterLand Village, Playground Area, Hi-Striker, Kiddie Pedal Carts for our little guests, Specialty Shows, Candy Cannon and lots of Photo Ops.
Amazement Park Rides: Ferris Wheel, Super Slide, Turbulence, Pirates Revenge, the Ft. YesterLand Roller Coaster, Santa’s Runaway Sleigh, YesterLand Express Train, Rock Climbing Wall, Super Gyrosphere, Dinosaur Ride, Swing Ride, River Rapids, Whizzer and more.
Frisco: Pumpkins on the Prairie at Grace Ave. United Methodist Church
- Admission: FREE
- Dates: September 20, 2018 – October 31, 2018
- Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday 9:00 am – 7:00 pm. Note that activities do not begin til 12pm on Sunday
- Location: 3521 Main Street, Frisco, TX 75034
- More Info: Check the schedule of events for fun activities going on throughout the month.
Denison: Elves Farm
Admission:
- $10 per person – Pumpkin Tour
Price includes all activities & one pumpkin from patch. - $5 per person – The Ride Along Tour
The ride along tour does not include a pumpkin.
Activities:
- Farm Zoo – visit with the Chickens, Goats, Pot Belly Pig (Hamlet) and our rabbit Spike.
The Maze
Hay Ride
Dress the Scarecrow
Hay Jump
Visit to the Patch
Sack Races
GaGa Ball
Bounce Pad
Duck Races available for added charge
Pumpkin Sling Shot (additional charge)
Corn Cannon (additional charge) - Dates: October weekends
- Hours of Operation: They are open every weekends in October. Hours are Saturday 10am – 5 pm and Sunday 1pm – 5pm for our annual Pumpkin patch. We are closed during the week to the public because we conduct school tours by appointment only.
- Location: 601 Harvey Lane Denison
- More Info: They bring in over 100,000 pounds of Pumpkins, Gourds, Indian corn and specialty pumpkins to our farm every year. The Pumpkin Patch activities include Hayrides, The Maze, a farm zoo, hay jump and dress your own scarecrow stations (great photo opportunity). Farm specialties include picnic areas, tours, snacks, drinks, gifts, arts and crafts, restrooms, country atmosphere, and free coffee on request. So bring the family and the camera out to the farm for great time.
Dallas: Autumn at the Arboretum
- Admission: $15 adult, $12 Seniors, $10 children, FREE for under 2
- Dates: September 17, 2018 – November 22, 2018
- Hours of Operation: Daily from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Location: The Dallas Arboretum. 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218
- More Info: Named one of “America’s Best Pumpkin Festivals” by Fodor’s Travel and “One of the World’s 15 Most Breathtaking Gardens” by Architectural Digest.
Rockwall: Blaise Pumpkin Patch
- Admission: $8 per person. Age 1 and under is FREE
- Dates: September 29, 2018 – October 31, 2018
- Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm
- Location: 1232 East Fork Dr., Rockwall, TX 75087
- More Info: Come visit the in our wooded sanctuary in the midst of suburban Rockwall. Your family will enjoy a petting zoo, a hayride around the property, pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Here’s what they offer:Animals: Goat, Sheep, Longhorn
Hayride – around our wooded property
Pumpkins for sale – Jack-o’-Lantern Pumpkins, Pie Pumpkins, and Specialty pumpkinsHay Bales for sale – $10.00 eachSmall hay maze – just the right size for little ones.
Farm train – weekends only, $2.00
Picturesque background makes for great pictures!Chris and Jill’s Pumpkin Pie Popsicles – $3.00Emily’s Pumpkin Fudge – $1.00
Ruibal’s Rosemeade Market Annual Fall Festival
- Admission: Free admission (this is a typically running market) but concessions and pumpkins have a fee.
- Dates: Saturday, Oct. 13, 11am–3pm
- Hours of Operation: Daily from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Location: 3646 Rosemeade Parkway, Dallas; 972.306.2899
- More Info: Ruibal’s annual autumn extravaganza returns with face painting, balloon animals, fresh roasted corn and more. Ditch the picnic and snack on provisions from food vendors all decorated with autumn hues. And as always, Ruibal’s will have an extensive selection of pumpkins, gourds and fall plants perfect for your front porch. Bring the camera for lots of picture-perfect backdrops. The pumpkin patch displays at all four locations will be open from Sept. 22–Oct.31.
Phew!! That’s a whole lot of pumpkin!
But I know y’all love it just as much as I do, Fall is here!
Just be sure that after you choose the Pumpkin Patch that you would like to visit, go review their website to make sure you have confirmed the hours, the cash policy, dog policy etc to have the best time for you and your family.
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