2019 Pumpkin Patch Guide for Greater Richmond

Now that fall is finally here, it’s time for one of our favorite fall traditions – pumpkin picking! Not only is pumpkin picking a great way to get outside and enjoy the beauty of fall here in Virginia, but time in the pumpkin patch is family time, as well. And thanks to the abundance of pumpkin patch options in and around Richmond, you’ll have no trouble finding pumpkins to carve, to decorate with or, if you’re really ambitious, to make your own pies.

Many of our local farms and pumpkin patches offer pick-your-own pumpkins, as well as seasonal gourds and pre-picked pumpkins for sale. But even better than just pumpkins, many of these spots offer a wide array of activities, games, and adventures for all ages. From hayrides to haunted houses to corn mazes, you’ll often find that a trip to the pumpkin patch can easily turn into a day of outdoor fun and fall memories for the whole family.

To help you plan your fall pumpkin picking expedition, we’ve taken a look at some of the best pumpkin patches and farms here in the Richmond area. But, if you don’t mind a little travel, we’ve also found a large selection of farms just outside of Richmond. So take a look at our list and try some out!

Be sure to check out these farms and pumpkin patches in the Richmond area and beyond for pumpkins, gourds and all things fall – and in the meantime, we’d love to hear about your experience at any of these great farms. Or if you have a spot that we may have left off the list, be sure to let us know! Drop us a line at cs@richmondmom.com.

 

Richmond Area Pumpkin Patches

Ashland Berry Farm

ashland berry farm
Ashland Berry Farm / Facebook

Address: 12607 Old Ridge Rd, Beaverdam, Virginia 23015
Phone: (804) 227-3601

September 28 – October 31, 2019
Ashland Berry Farm Pumpkin Patch opens for the season this weekend, September 28 – and as always, they have FREE parking and FREE hayrides to the patch with all-you-can-carry pumpkins for $20! Bring the family for a day of fun on the farm and enjoy fall activities like the Pumpkin Patch, Fort Pumpkin Adventure, and the 3D Boo House. Plus, be sure to stop by the donut shop for some FRESH homemade donuts and other delicious treats, or head to the country store for unique gifts. Fort Pumpkin, the 3-D Boo House and the Donut Shop all open on October 5, 2019. Some activities are only available on weekends, so be sure to visit the website for hours.

Pumpkin Pricing: All you can carry for $20 or individually priced between $4-$20.

Free activities: Hayrides

Other activities: (Check online or call for pricing)

  • Fort 3D Boo House (non-scary fun, perfect for little ones)
  • Fort Pumpkin Adventure: Inflatable Maze, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Straw Maze, Rope Bridge, and The Animal Corral
  • Terror on the Farm (for older kids and adults). Click here for hours.

Concessions: The Donut Shop is open on Saturdays and Sunday from 10am – 5pm and offers Chocolate Glazed, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla Glazed, and Plain donuts, along with hot dogs, corndogs and farm fresh french fries.

Hours: Monday-Fridays, 1pm – 6pm (last hayride leaves at 5:30pm). Saturdays and Sundays, 10am – 5pm (last hayride leaves at 4:30pm).

 

Boulevard Flower Gardens

the farm at ruffin mill
Boulevard Flower Gardens / Facebook

Address: 2120 Ruffin Mill Rd., South Chesterfield, VA 23834
Phone: (804) 526-4000

September 27 – October 31, 2019
This family-operated greenhouse is known for its beautiful nursery, flowers, floral arrangements and gift shop featuring wine and home décor. But starting Septmebr 27, Boulevard Flower Gardens becomes a fall fun destination for the whole family with a pumpkin patch and kid-friendly activities each weekend through the end of October. While the kids play, you can peruse their selection of local Virginia and RVA products, including jams, jellies, wine, craft beer and more. Pick pumpkins for the holidays, but be sure to stick around for even more fun throughout the day, including a straw maze, playgrounds, a corn pit, barrel train rides, pony rides, and more!

Pumpkin Pricing: $1.99 – $9. Click here for more pricing information.

Free activities:Admission is free, as are the straw maze, the corn pit, and the playgrounds

Other activities: 

  • Feed the Animals – $1
  • Barrel Train Ride – $5
  • Pony Ride – $8
  • Face Painting – $2
  • Decorate a Pumpkin – $2
  • Toddler Bounce House – $3
  • Pumpkin Fun Card – $20; Includes all or any combination of activities ($25 value). Can be shared among children. Individual tokens can be purchased at $1 each.

Concessions: Hot dogs, BBQ sandwiches, nachos, “Pickle on a Stick”, soft pretzels, Kettle Corn, and cold drinks.

Hours: Garden Hours, Monday – Saturday: 9am – 6pm and Sundays 10am – 4pm; Fall Fun Weekend activities are Saturdays, 9am-6pm and Sundays, 10am-4pm; concessions are available Saturday and Sunday, 11am – 3:30pm.

 

Chesterfield Berry Farm

chesterfield berry farm
Chesterfield Berry Farm / Facebook

Address: 26002 Pear Orchard Road, Moseley, VA 23120
Phone: (804) 644-5378

September 21 – October 31, 2019
The 2019 Pumpkin season at Chesterfield Berry Farm has officially begun and as always, it promises fun for the whole family. This locally owned and operated farm is popular throughout the year, but in the fall, their 150-acre pumpkin patch draws visitors from all over. Take a hayride to the pumpkin patch for picking, then stick around for a wide variety of fall-themed activities, including a kids’ zone, corn mazes, animals and much more. If you want to make it a full day on the farm, be sure to pack a picnic or take advantage of the farm’s on-site concessions.

Pumpkin Pricing: $0.59/pound

Activities:

  • Hayrides to and from the pumpkin patch
  • “Fun Zone”
  • Eight-acre corn maze
  • Farm animals and animal feeding
  • Corn “pool”
  • Hay mazes
  • Scary Fun Barn
  • Corn cannons
  • Wagon and barrel train rides
  • Paintball

Admission/Activity Pricing:
General Admission: $12; includes hay ride to the pumpkin patch, unlimited play in the Fun Zone, corn/hay maze admission, farm animals, and corn pool.
Ultimate Farm Fun Pass: $16; includes all of General Admission activities, plus the Scary Fun Barn, corn cannons, anbd paintball target shoot.

*Children ages 2 and under are FREE. Discount coupons for admissions will be available at the front gate.

Concessions: Bring your own or call the farm to find out more about concessions available on site.

Hours: Call or visit Facebook to confirm hours

 

Cross Creek Garden Center Fall Festival

cross creek fall festival
Cross Creek Nursery and Garden Center

Address: 501 Courthouse Road, Richmond, VA 23236
Phone: (804) 378-0700

October 5 – October 31, 2019
The annual Cross Creek Family Fall Festival will be kicking off October 5 with fun for the whole family. While this local garden center doesn’t offer a traditional pumpkin patch, you can still choose from hundreds of pre-picked pumpkins perfect for carving, baking and decorating – along with a wide selection of colorful “specialty” pumpkins. Plus, every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month of October and the Family Fall Festival will feature pumpkin painting, a “haunted” hayride perfect for all ages, tractor rides, barnyard animals, and a bouncy house. Bring a picnic to enjoy on their newly renovated patio or visit Carytown Burgers & Fries food truck on October 14 and 20-21.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (804) 378-0700 for current pricing.

Free Activities:

  • Animals
  • Bouncy House

Other Activities:

  • Pumpkin painting ($5 each)
  • Hayrides through the “haunted forest” ($4; children 2 and under are free)

Regular Garden Center Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 7am – 6pm; Sundays: 10am – 6pm

Fall Festival Hours:
Every Saturday and Sunday starting October 5, 2019; 11am – 4pm

 

Gallmeyer Farms

Pumpkin Patch Gallmeyer Farms
Gallmeyer Farms / Facebook
Address: 4506 Millers Lane, Richmond 23231
Phone: (804) 795-9979
September 28 – October 31, 2019
The Pumpkin Patch at Gallmeyer Farms gets its start September 28 and 29 with their annual Fall Festival. The festival offers free admission, free parking, free hayrides, free visits to the Jumping Bunny Bounce House, live music, food vendors, and more. Then, throughout the month of October, you can enjoy free hayrides, spooky house tours, the straw bale maze, and the romping pile. For even more fall fun, visit their website at www.gallmeyerfarms.com and learn more about field trips and group visits to The Pumpkin Patch.
In addition to pick-your-own pumpkins throughout the season, you’ll find pre-picked pumpkins, mums, specialty pumpkins, gourds, hay bales, and corn shocks.
The best way to learn what is happening daily at The Pumpkin Patch is to visit us at www.facebook.com/GallmeyerFarms.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (804) 795-9979 for current pricing or click here for the 2019 Wholesale Pumpkin Catalog.

Admission Fee: Free

Free Activities:

Fall Festival Dates and Hours:
Satruday and Sunday, September 28-29, 2019; 10am – 5pm

Regular Hours:
Open daily, October 1-31; 8am – dusk

 

Hanover Vegetable Farm

hanover vegetable farm
Hanover Vegetable Farm / Facebook

Address: 13580 Ashland Rd, Ashland, Va 23005
Phone: (804) 752-2334

September 28 – October 31, 2019
Celebrate fall at Hanover Vegetable Farm with pick-your-own pumpkins, plus plenty of fun family events. Head out during the week to pick your own pumpkins, or come out for weekend festivities and special fall events like hayrides, a corn maze, and much more! Special events will be planned all month long, so be sure to visit Hanover Vegetable Farm for more updates on activities.

Pumpkin Pricing: $0.59/pound

Special Weekend Events:

September 28-29; October 5-6; October 19-20; and October 26, 2019:
The Pumpkin Patch will be open from 10am – 6pm and activities will include:

  • Hayrides to the pumpkin patch
  • Corn maze (two trips through with all tickets)
  • Petting Barn (feed is $1)
  • NEW THIS YEAR! Corn Cannons (additional fee)
  • Pallet Maze
  • Giant Sand Pit
  • Charlotte’s Web Hide and Seek
  • Giant Tether Ball
  • Corn Pits
  • Face Painting (additional fee)

Ticket prices (purchase at the gate):
Entry only ticket – $5 (does not include a pumpkin)

Pumpkin and entry ticket – $10; includes entry to all the activities plus one pumpkin (any size) you pick from the field.

October 12-13, 2019: Gourds, Goblets and Ghouls Festival

This fun annual event includes live music, wineries, cider, beer garden, 40+ vendors, hay rides, pumpkin picking, corn maze and lots of fun activities for the whole family! All visitors 21 will receive a free goblet (while supplies last), wine or beer can glass for everyone 21 and over with free wine and cider tastings provided. Plus, each day of the festival, the first 500 visitors (21+) will receive a free tote bag.

Ticket prices (purchase online or at the gate):

$8 Non-Pumpkin Ticket ($10 at the gate)
Includes all activities, including a free hayride to the pumpkin patch, but a pumpkin is not included.

$12 Pumpkin Ticket: ($15 at the gate)
Includes all activities, two trips through the corn maze, plus a pumpkin to take home.

$24 Haunt and Festival ticket (Saturday only): ($35 at the gate)
Enjoy the festival all day and then stay for the The Red Vein Haunted House. This ticket includes all the fall activities, two trips through the corn maze and a pumpkin. The festival closes at 6 pm and the haunt doors open at 7:30 pm. Return anytime Saturday night to enjoy the haunt (closes at 11 pm) or stay and have dinner at one of the food trucks and enjoy the bonfire until the haunt opens. This ticket is good for Saturday of the festival (Oct. 12th) and Saturday night of the haunt only.

October 27, 2019: End of Season Bash

Come out and enjoy food trucks, live music and local brews from the Rockville Center and, of course, all the fun activities for the whole family. Check the online calendar for details. As a thank you to customers, entry tickets for this day will be only $2!

Hours: Open weekdays until October 31, 2019 from 2pm – 6pm for pumpkin picking only (no additional activities). Open weekends in October from 10am  – 6pm.

 

Holly Fork Farm, Produce, and Pumpkin Patch

holly fork farm
Holly Fork Farm, Produce and Pumpkin Patch / Facebook

Address: 4901 Holly Fork Road, Barhamsville, Va 23011
Phone: (804) 366-6349 (available for calling or texting)

September 21 – October 31, 2019
For fall fun, Holly Fork Farm has it all. Their pumpkin patch opens on September 21, 2019, and offers pumpkins of every shape and size with prices to suit every budget. Admission is free and wagons are provided. All you have to do is find the perfect pumpkin and a friendly staff member will tell you the price. Or choose from pumpkins and gourds that have been pre-picked, as well as mums, straw, hay bales, jams, jellies, pound cakes, and a wide assortment of snacks and treats. Enjoy a full day of fun with animal visits, pumpkin launching, hayrides, a jump pad, inflatables, a play area, and more during the week, then come out for extras like pony rides and barrel train rides on the weekends. Pets (on a leash) and picnics are welcome and general admission is always free.

Pumpkin Pricing: Prices vary (usually a maximum price of $21.99)

Free activities:

  • Play area with kid-friendly games
  • Animal visits

Other activities:

  • Jump Pad – $4.50
  • Inflatable Slide – $3
  • Bounce House – $2
  • Hayrides- $1.50)
  • Chicken feeding – $1/feed bag)
  • Pumpkin launch – $2/pumpkin or $5/three pumpkins
  • Straw Maze and Activities – $2
  • Pony rides – $6.50; weekends only
  • Barrel train rides – $4; ages 10 and under; weekends only
  • Unlimited inflatable slide and bounce house wristband – $4.50; weekends only
  • Mega wristband (unlimited inflatables, jump pad, train rides, straw maze, hayrides, and one bag of chicken feed)  – $14

**Some activities are weather dependent, so be sure to call first if there’s been rain!

Special Events:

October 19, 2019: Harvest Hoedown

This fun annual event runs from 10am-4pm and includes all of the regular activities, plus lots of food, local vendors, face painting, glitter tattoos, a square dancing demo, blue grass music, and fun for all ages! Admission is $2/person.  

Concessions: Jams, jellies, pound cakes, homemade bread, drinks, hotdogs, BBQ, popcorn and ice cream and more. Or bring your own family picnic to enjoy.

Hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays; 10am – 6:30pm
Fridays and Saturdays; 10am – 7pm
*Please note, Holly Fork Farm will be closed September 23, 24 and 30.

 

Lloyd Family Farms

lloyd-family-farms
Lloyd Family Farms / Facebook

Address: 12204 Pinhook Road, Rockville, VA 23146
Phone: (804) 387-0068

September 28 – October 27, 2019
With something for everyone, Lloyd Family Farms in Hanover County makes for a perfect family fall outing. Their pumpkin patch (pick-your-own or pre-picked) opens September 28, 2019. During the fall season, the farm offers hours of family fun including hay rides around the farm, a corn maze, barnyard friends meet and great, a corn crib for the kids to play in, pony rides, and a 50+ acre pumpkin patch. Plus, new this year, they’ll be offering a Pipe Slide, Straw Castle, Bike Track and a giant Pinball Field for even more fun! On weekends, there will be local food trucks on site, so be sure to visit them on Facebook for updates each week.

Pumpkin Pricing: $0.79/pound (usually between $1 – $30). Flat rate gourds, mums, straw bales, and more are also available.

Admission: $10/person (2 years and under are free)

Activities (included in admission): 

  • Hay rides
  • Corn crib
  • Meet and greet with barnyard animals
  • Pipe Slide
  • Straw Castle
  • Bike Track
  • Giant Pinball Field

Concessions: Visit Lloyd Family Farms on Facebook to see which food trucks will be available on weekend. Please note that vendor costs are not included in admission. They will also offer water, sodas, juices, and snacks for purchase at the checkout tent and at the barn.

Hours:
Fridays, Saturdays and, Sundays; 9am – 6pm; Columbus Day, Monday, October 14, 9am-5pm

 

Mt. Olympus Farm and Farm Market

mt-olympus-berry-farm
Mt. Olympus Farm / website

Address: 23928 Jefferson Davis Highway, Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Phone: (804) 448-0395

Located in Ruther Glen, Mt. Olympus offers loads of options when it comes farm fresh, seasonal produce – including pumpkins from late September through October. Stop by to pick-your-own pumpkins, then pick up some fresh seasonal greens, winter squash, beets, sweet potatoes and more. Plus, on weekends throughout October, you can enjoy free hayrides, “Hay Mountain,” and ghost train rides for kids!

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (804) 448-0395 or visit Mt. Olympus on Facebook page for pricing and availability updates.

Free Activities:

  • Hayrides
  • Hay Mountain
  • Ghost Train Rides

Hours:
Thurs-Sat 10-6 and Sun 10-5 (Closed Monday)
**You might want to call ahead to verify farm hours.

 

Swift Creek Berry Farm

swift-creek-berry-farm
Swift Creek Berry Farm / Facebook

Address: 17210 Genito Road, Moseley, VA 23120
Phone: (804) 739-2037

Late September – October 2019
Not only is Swift Creek Berry Farm a beautiful place to spend a fall day, it also offers a wide selection of pumpkins perfect for carving, baking or decorating. In addition to pumpkins, you’ll find a wide selection of games and activities for the whole family, including field games, corn hole, a straw maze, pumpkin painting, a fire pit and more! Best of all, admission and activities are completely free. Picnic tables will be available, so feel free to bring something for lunch and don’t forget to visit the greenhouse for fall plants like violas, pansies, mums, ornamental cabbage, eatable salad mixes in pots, and various perennials.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (804) 739-2037 for current pricing

Free activities:

  • Straw maze
  • Corn hole
  • Pumpkin painting
  • Assorted games for kids
  • Fire pit

Concessions:  Farm-fresh products, including local honey, seasonal vegetables and greenhouse items are available for sale and outside picnics are welcome.

Hours:
Late September through October:
Weekdays 9am to 4pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 1pm to 5pm
*Call ahead to confirm

 

Windy Knoll Farm 

Windy Knoll Farm Pumpkin Patch
Windy Knoll Farm / Facebook

Address: 10094 Windy Knoll Dr, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Phone: (804) 730-8733

October 2019
This family-owned and -operated farm is the perfect place to find your holiday pumpkins – and make memories! Located just outside of Richmond in Mechanicsville, Windy Knoll Farm offers hayrides out to their pumpkin patch where you’ll find a wide variety of pumpkins at various price points, or choose from pre-picked pumpkins at the farm cottage.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (804) 730-8733 for current pricing

Free activities:

  • Hayrides to the pumpkin patch

Concessions:  Bring your own

Hours:
Fridays, 1pm – 5pm; Saturdays, 9am – 5pm

 

Pumpkin Patches Beyond Richmond

To make sure you’ve got plenty of options without having to spend an entire day in the car, we’ve also found some fantastic pumpkin picking options within an hour or two of the Greater Richmond area:

Belmont Pumpkin Farm

belmont-pumpkin-farm
Belmont Pumpkin Farm / Facebook

Address: 155 Belmont Lane, North, VA 23128
Phone: (804) 384-8441

September 28 – October 31, 2019
Considered one of the best pumpkin patches in the Tidewater area, Belmont Pumpkin Farm has earned its reputation for excellence over the last 30 years. In addition to pick-your-own pumpkins, Belmont Farm offers fun fall activities every weekend from September 28 until October 31, 2019. Head to the farm for pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, hayrides, a sunflower trail, treasure hunts and more. Plus, you can meet the newest farm animal babies along with three little piggies, miniature horses, pygmy goats. and sheep. Every weekend, you’ll find pumpkin funnel cake, pumpkin rolls, BBQ, and tons of fun.

Pumpkin Pricing: Pumpkins are priced by size and measured by hoops in the barn. Call (804) 384-8441 to find out more.

Admission: $7/person or $20/family; $15/military family, Children two and uner and adults 62 and over are free. Bring your own clothes and build a scarecrow for $6.

Activities included with admission:

  • Hayrides
  • Corn and sunflower maze
  • Pumpkin painting (with pumpkin purchase)
  • Face painting
  • Treasure hunts
  • Corn hole
  • Farm animals
  • Play area
  • Crazy Fort Playground and Pirate Ship

Concessions: Pulled pork BBQ, hot dogs, pumpkin desserts, and select beverages are available at the farm cafe. Free apple and pumpkin butter tastings are available, as well.

Hours:
Saturdays and Sundays, 10am – 6pm; Columbus Day, Monday, October 14, 10am – 6pm

 

Belvedere Plantation

via Belvedere Plantation

Address: 1410 Belvedere Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Phone: (540) 373-4478

September 21 – November 3, 2019
Head to  Belvedere Plantation for some good old fashioned pumpkin picking fun. This 645 acre heritage farm was built in the 1760s on the historic Rappahannock River near Fredericksburg – and today, it offers a wide variety of fall activities, including acres of pick-your-own pumpkins and specialty pumpkins. While you’re there, be sure to stop in the Plantation Market for pre-picked pumpkins in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. On weekends, you’ll also find a huge array of activities for kids of all ages during Belvedere Plantation’s Fall Harvest Festival, open every weekday and weekend from September 21- November 3, 2019. You’ll find the a-maze-ing Maize Maze corn maze, slides, a fun barn, and so much more. Last but not least, if you’re at the farm on a Friday or Saturday night – you’re in for a special treat! The fields are lit at night…and if you get lucky you might even catch sight of the “Great Pumpkin!”

Pumpkin Pricing: Standard orange pumpkins are $0.69/pound or $29.99 for all-you-can-carry. Specialty pumpkins and gourds are priced based on type.

Admission: Click here to see ticketing options or to purchase tickets online.

Activities included with admission:

  • Wagon ride to Pumpkin Patch for picking (pumpkins extra)
  • Maize Maze
  • Fun Barn
  • Zippitydoo
  • Olde Barnyard,
  • Swine Speedway
  • Pumpkin Mountain Slide
  • Jumping Pillow
  • Barrel Train
  • Pedal Tractors
  • Little Farmers Corral
  • Straw Jump
  • Trike Track
  • Spider Web
  • Ball Zone
  • Colonel’s Corn Box
  • Candy Cannon Show
  • Back 40 Games

Additional activities like private hayrides, Pumpkin Plunkin’ (paintball arcade), Paint the Pest, Barnyard Blasters, Cut Flowers, Pumpkin Painting, and campfires are available at an additional cost.

Special Events:

NEW for 2019! Sunflower September Spectacular: Sunflower pick-your-own field open September 21-22, 24-26, and 27-29. Sunflower field closes at sundown on Friday and Saturday.

Teachers Weekend (and immediate family): September 28-29; Special At the Gate ticket $12.95 each. Online Tickets not available for these special offers. No other discounts apply.

Senior Citizens, Heros or nonperishable food donation discount: Get $2.00 off Farm Admission during September and October Saturdays, Sundays and Columbus Day. $1.00 off admission during other dates.  Offer extended to those youngsters who are age 65 and over. Discount is applied at the Gate.

Fall Finale: November 1-3; Pumpkin Patch is closed for the season, but other attractions are offered at a special admission rate!

Concessions: Find plenty of tasty treats at the Red Rooster Grill and Bakery Cafe, including apple cider slishies, sandwiches, hot dogs, funnel cakes, wings, fresh lemonade, and more.

Hours:
Friday Nights, 5pm-10pm; Saturdays, 10am-10pm; Sundays, 10am-6pm; Columbus Day, Monday, October 14, 10am-6pm; Tuesdays – Fridays, 10am – 2pm (not all activities are available); November 1-3, Friday, 5-10pm; Saturday, 10am-10pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm

 

Bush Neck Farms

Bush Neck Farms
Bush Neck Farms / Facebook

Address: 1502 Bush Neck Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Phone: (757) 258-0114

October 1 – October 31, 2019
After you’ve spent the summer picking apples, blueberries, peaches and nectarines at Bush Neck Farms, you’re going to want to be sure to head back in the fall for pumpkin season! You’ll find just the right pumpkins for carving and baking starting October 1 in their large pumpkin patch. Be sure to call ahead or visit the Bush Neck Farms Facebook page for all of the latest patch updates, hours and availability.

Pumpkin Pricing: Pumpkin prices range from $1 – $10 depending on size and color (large white pumpkins are $10).

Activities:  Call Bush Neck Farms at (757) 258-0114 or visit them on Facebook for updates throughout the season.

Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8am – 4pm

 

Carter’s Mountain Orchard

carter-mountain-orchard
Carter Mountain Orchard / Facebook

Address: 1435 Carters Mountain Trail, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Phone: (434) 977-1833

Late September – early November 2019
Although best known for it’s apples and amazing views of the surrounding Charlottesville countryside, Carter’s Mountain Orchard is also a great place to find pumpkins for carving, baking and decorating. Although they don’t offer a pick-your-own option, there are plenty of pre-picked pumpkins to choose from. And while you’re there, be sure to check out the orchard’s many activities – from pick-your-own apples, to the Bold Rock Cider tasting room, to their famous apple cider donuts at the country store and bakery.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (434) 977-1833 for current pricing

Activities:

  • Hayrides
  • Apple picking (pay by the pound)
  • Kids’ activities
  • Wine and cider tastings

Concessions: Carter Mountain Country Store and Bakery offers baked goods, as well as apple butter, jams, jellies and preserves, along with many other local food items. The Mountain Grill provides lunch (with an all new farm-to-table menu) every Tuesday through Sunday from 11am – 2:30pm.

Hours: Open daily. Click here for a complete calendar of hours in October and November.

 

Chiles Peach Orchard

Chiles Peach Orchard
Chiles Peach Orchard / Facebook

Address: 1351 Greenwood Road, Crozet, VA 22932
Phone: (434) 823-1583

September 21 – early November 2019

Because Chiles Peach Orchard is part of the same family of farms as Carter’s Mountain, you’ll enjoy many of the same exceptional offerings at this Crozet orchard, including apples. But from September through November, you’ll also find the perfect pumpkins. Head to the patch to pick your own, or choose from pre-picked pumpkins at the farm market.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (434) 823-1583 for current pricing

Activities:

  • Apple picking (pay by the pound)
  • Pumpkin Picking
  • Kids’ activities
  • Wine and cider tastings

Concessions: Food is available at the farm market, including take-home goodies like jams, jellies, apple butter and fresh-pressed cider. Plus, the ice cream parlor offers frozen yogurt, soft-serve ice cream, cider slushies, milkshakes, sundaes made with fresh seasonal fruits, homemade fudge and baked goods including hot cider donuts, pies and cookies.

Hours: (October)
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 6pm
Sundays: 10am – 5pm

 

College Run Farms

college-run-farm
College Run Farms / Facebook

Address: 2051 Alliance Road, Surry, VA 23883
Phone: (757) 294-3970

October 1 – 31, 2019
Located in beautiful Surry, Virginia, College Run Farms features fall fun for every age. In addition to pick-your-own pumpkins (where you can drive your car into the field and cut them straight from the vine), College Run also offers pre-cut pumpkins, gourds and winter squash in their farm market. While you’re there, take a turn through the corn maze, but whatever you do, don’t leave without trying their one-of-a-kind homemade pumpkin ice cream.

Pumpkin Pricing: Pumpkin pricing ranges from $1 minis to $5/$6 carving pumpkins to $30 giants and everything in between. Cash or check only.

Activities: Four-acre Corn Maze ($3, kids 5 and under are free). Check on Facebook or call ahead to confirm activities and pricing.

Concessions: Homemade pumpkin ice cream is available daily inside the farm store (while supplies last!), along with assorted baked goods and cold drinks.

Hours:
October 1-30, 10am-6pm; October 31 – Halloween Day, 10am-4pm

 

Cullipher Farms

Cullipher Farms
Cullipher Farms / Facebook

Address: 772 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23457
Pungo Farm Stand: 1444 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Phone: (757) 721-7456

September 27-October 27, 2019
Pick-your-own pumpkins will be ready to go at Cullipher Farms beginning in late September. Head to the farm to cut your very own pumpkins straight from the vine. You’ll find hundreds of picture perfect pumpkins ranging from under a pound to over 100 pounds. The farm also offers a wide range of family-friendly fall activities, including a three mazes, a children’s play area, wagon rides, and more. Activities are offered for a small fee, but regular admission to the farm is free. The farm grows more than 30 types of fruit and 250 varieties of vegetables year-round, most of which are available for sale at their nearby Cullipher’s Pungo Farm Stand, which also offers other local fruits and vegetables, jams, jellies, relishes, dressings, baked goods, cheese and butters, ice cream, peanuts, bedding plants and much more. Be sure to stop by and check it out on your way out of town!

Pumpkin Pricing:U-Pick Jack-O-Lantern, Specialty and Pie pumpkins – $0.79/pound. Gourds $0.50 each.

Admission: General admission is free.

Activities: (fees apply for some activities, see pricing below.)

  • Pumpkin Picking
  • Sunflower Maze: great for little ones
  • Cotton Maze: medium difficulty maze; takes 20 minutes to complete.
  • Corn Maze: Hardest level of difficulty, miles of path, and should take the average person about 60 minutes to complete. It is 12 acres this year.
  • Wagon Rides
  • Children’s Play Area (includes hay mountain, sand pile, corn stalk tunnel, two slides for kids of all ages, tire swings, pipe tunnel, pedal carts, and more.)

Activity Pricing:

  • All-Access Wristband –  $18 (ages 2+) includes access to Children’s Play Area, all three mazes, and one wagon ride around the farm
  • All Three Mazes Only: $12/person
  • Play Area Only: $4/person (one adult free to accompany child ages 2-6
  • Wagon Ride Only: $2/person (one adult free to accompany child ages 2-6)

Concessions: Local fruits and vegetables, jams, jellies, relishes, dressings, baked goods, cheese and butters, ice cream, peanuts, and more are available at the nearby Cullipher’s Pungo Farm Stand.

Hours:
September 28 – October 29, 2018
Fridays, 12pm-4pm; Saturdays, 10am-4pm; and Sundays, 10am-4pm

 

Henley Farms

Henley Farms
Henley Farms / Facebook

Address: 3484 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Phone: (757) 426-6869

October 2019
October ushers in the start of pumpkin season at Henley Farms. Bring the family for a day of fresh air, farm life and, of course, pick-your-own pumpkins! Take a hayride to the pumpkin patch and choose from pumpkins of all shapes, sizes and colors. You’ll also find other decorative gourds and Indian corn that will make great decoration throughout the fall.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call for pricing

Activities:

  • Pick-your-own pumpkins
  • Free Hayrides

Concessions: Locally sourced foods and Henley Farm’s own fresh, seasonal produce is available at their nearby farm stand, located at Henley’s at Pleasant Ridge.

Hours: Call to confirm daily hours

 

Hickory Ridge Farm

Hickory Ridge Farm
Hickory Ridge Farm / Facebook

Address: 2928 Battlefield Blvd S., Chesapeake, VA 23322
Phone: (757) 560-6763

September 15 – October 30, 2019

You-pick pumpkin patch, fall festival weekends, storybook characters, hayrides, bounce houses, pony rides, friendly farm animals, play area with children’s corn maze, toddler hay maze, sand piles and picnic tables – these are just a few of the ways Hickory Ridge Farm is celebrating fall! The fall family fun started September 15 and features fun-filled activities during the week, with even more family-friendly events on the weekends, including concessions, a DJ with interactive games for the kids, character visits, and more.

Plus, from October 1 until the end of the season, pick pumpkins straight from the vine, then enjoy games, bouncy houses, a corn maze, barrel train rides, food, drinks and so much more. Be sure to visit the farm stand before you leave to pick up hay bales, mums and pre-picked pumpkins for decorating, along with local honey, eggs, homemade bread, jams, salsa, cider and peanuts.

Pumpkin Pricing: $0.59/pound for regular pumpkins or $0.89/pound for specialty pumpkins and gourds.

Admission: Weekdays – $11; Weekends – $13; Adults are free in the play area; Adult hayride is $5; children 2 and under are free.

Activities: (Monday – Friday) *some activities may have fees not listed here, so call ahead or ask at the gate.

  • Storybook Character hayrides ($5/adult and $3.75/child, 2 and under free)
  • Barrel train rides ($3.75)
  • Bounce House
  • Hay bales to climb
  • Children’s Corn Maze
  • Corn Hole
  • Toddler-Only Hay Maze ($6.50/child, one adult free)
  • Playhouse City
  • Sand piles for play
  • Friendly farm animals
  • Pumpkin decorating station (pumpkin purchase required)

Weekend Activities: (Saturday and Sunday)

  • All activities listed above
  • Pony rides ($6)
  • A live DJ featuring fun music and interactive games for kids
  • Face painting (private vendor, prices vary and are not included with admission)

Child All-Inclusive Wristbands: (includes play area, corn maze, one barrel train ride and one hayride)

  • Weekdays $11.00
  • Weekends $13.50
  • Adults are free in play area
  • 2 and under are free in play area and on hayride.

Concessions: Stop by the fully stocked farm stand for local produce and homemade local goodies like pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, hot cider, Cider donuts, local peanuts, drinks, snow cones, kettle corn, jams, salsa, pickles and much more. On weekends in October, enjoy K&D Hot Dogs, BBQ, and Sub-Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream.

Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9am – 6pm
Saturday: 10am – 7pm
Sunday: 12pm – 6pm

 

Historic Greenbrier Farms

Historic Greenbrier Farm
Historic Greenbrier Farms / Facebook

Address: 225 Sign Pine Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Phone: (757) 421-2141 or (757) 421-4550 for special events

September 21 – October 31, 2019
For one of the best pumpkin picking experiences in the Chesapeake area, head to Historic Greenbrier Farms from late September through the month of October. Not only will you love strolling the beautiful grounds, you can pick pumpkins from 9am – 5pm during the week, or bring the whole family out on the weekends for a fun-filled day, complete with a petting zoo, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, kids’ games, FREE face painting, and more. And if you’re feeling especially brave, stick around for their spooky, after dark Haunted Farm (starting September 27).

Pumpkin Pricing: All pumpkins start at $12 and go up according to weight. Pumpkin price includes a free hay ride to the pumpkin patch and all other activities when available.

Activities: (weekends only*)

  • Face painting*
  • Petting Zoo*
  • Kids’ Games*
  • Pumpkin Picking
  • Free Hayrides to the pumpkin patch

Concessions: Bring a picnic or snacks of your own to enjoy.

Hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 6pm

 

Liberty Mills Farm

Liberty Mills Farm Pumpkin Patch
Liberty Mills Farm / Facebook

Address: 9166 Liberty Mills Road, Somerset, VA  22972
Phone: (434) 882-MAZE (6293)

September – November, 2019
While best known for its legendary 33-acre corn maze, Liberty Mills Farm is a great place for pumpkins, flowers, and family fun. Located 30 minutes northeast of Charlottesville, Liberty Mills Farm offer a scenic fall destination with a market, an antique tractor collection, and, of course, a pumpkin patch. Visit the farm to pick pumpkins with no admission fee, or buy tickets for the corn maze and enjoy a hayride, explore the farm, and more.

Pumpkin Pricing: Pick-your-own pumpkins – $.060/pound; specialty pumpkins – $0.70/pound; pre-picked pumpkins – $0.65/pound.

Admission: Free to pick pumpkins; Weekend Daytime Maze Admission  (Saturdays 10am – 6pm; Sundays 11am – 6pm) – $12 (ages 5+); Weekday Maze Admission (See Calendar for Open Days – 1pm – 6pm- closed on most Mondays and Tuesdays) – $10 (ages 5+); Children 4 and under are free for the maze; Weekend Hay Wagon Ride without Maze ticket – $2/person.

Activities: 

  • Pumpkin picking
  • Hayrides
  • Corn Maze

Concessions: Find fresh farm goods at the Liberty Mills Market.

Hours:
Weekdays – 1pm – 6pm (closed most Mondays and Tuesdays, see calendar to confirm); Saturdays 10am – 6pm; Sundays 11am – 6pm

 

Miller Farms Market

miller farms market
Miller Farms Market

Address: 12101 Orange Plank Road, Locust Grove, VA 22508
Phone: (540) 850-5009

September 28 – late October, 2019
Less than an hour and a half outside of Richmond, you’ll find Miller Farms Market and more than 20-acres of pick-your-own pumpkins in every shape and size. During their pumpkin season, which starts September 28 and runs through the end of October, you’ll enjoy free admission and hayrides, plus you can stop in to JoJo’s Kitchen for a fresh, made from scratch breakfast or visit the market store for Miller Farms’ wide array of food and gifts, including milk, cheese, turkey, beef, honey, maple syrup, peanuts, gift baskets and much more – all from right here in Virginia.

And of course, don’t miss the corn maize! This year features the “Cow’s in the Cornfield” theme and cover eight acres. The maze is open 8am-5pm, Mondays-Fridays and on Saturdays the maze is open from 8am-5pm.

Pumpkin Pricing: $0.75/pound; mini pumpkins and gourds, $1 each; winter squash, $1/pound; or mix-and-match a wheelbarrow full for $85.

Free Activities: Hayrides to and from the pumpkin patch are available 9am – 5pm on Saturdays and Columbus Day. Hayrides on Monday-Friday are from 4:30pm – 6pm. Admission and parking are also free.

Concessions: Assorted food and drinks available in the marketplace.

Hours:
Monday-Saturday, 8am – 5pm; Hayrides are 4:30 – 6pm on weekdays and 9am – 5pm on Saturdays and Columbus Day, Monday, October 14.

 

Parrish Pump Patch and Corn Maze

Parrish Pumpkin Patch
Parrish Pumpkin Patch / Facebook

Address: 2571 Dundas Rd, Kenbridge, VA 23944
Phone: (434) 917-5461

September 29 – November 4, 2019
Located in Kenbridge, Virginia (about an hour outside of Richmond), Parrish Pumpkin Patch offers an old fashioned farm experience and fun for the whole family. Head out to the pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkins, wind your way through the eight-acre corn maze, and enjoy activities like antique corn shelling, corn box and grain bin digging, silo exploration, pitcher pump duckie races, King Slingshot, barnyard animal interaction, hayrides, and so much more farm charm! With activities available every day of the week, Parrish Pumpkin Patch is the perfect place to make family memories this fall.

Pumpkin Pricing: 3 for $1 gourds or $25/$35 for large pumpkins. Please note, prices may be higher if the pumpkins are particularly large. Prices will be marked.

Admission: $9/person (ages 3+); $5/seniors (65+); children 2 and under are free

Activities included with admission:

  • Pumpkin patch
  • Hayrides
  • 8-acre corn maze and walking path
  • Old-fashioned barnyard activities and games
  • Dundas IMAX Experience

*No admission required to pick pumpkins only

Concessions: Food vendors will be available on select dates. Check online or on Facebook for schedules.

Hours: Open daily, call to confirm hours.

 

Pumpkinville

pumpkinville
Pumpkinville

Address: 7691 Richmond Road, Williambsurg, VA 23168
Phone: (757) 869-9751

The name pretty much says it all. This small family-owned and -operated seasonal farm is a one-stop shop for fall. Featuring pick-your-own or pre-picked pumpkins of every shape and size, the farm also provides plenty of activities in their festive, fall-themed farmyard. Enjoy free rides and games, or shop for fall must-haves like winter squash, gourds, flowers, arts and crafts and, of course, cornstalks and straw bales for fall decorating. Pumpkinville is a great place to spend the afternoon, but be sure to call ahead to reserve space for parties or large groups. For more information or to make your reservations, call (757) 869-9751.

Pumpkin Pricing: Call (757) 869-9751 for current pricing.

Free activities:

  • Hayrides
  • Corn Maze
  • Games
  • And more!

Concessions: Feel free to bring your own food and drinks to enjoy.

Hours:
Sunday-Thursday, 9am – 8pm; Friday and Saturday, 9am – 9pm

 

Round Hill Farm

Round Hill Farm Pumpkin Patch
www.round-hill-farm.com

Address: 6347 Everona Road Culpeper, Virginia 22701
Phone: Contact Robert Faulconer at (540) 308-8245 (Cell)

October 5 – 31, 2019
For years now, Round Hill Farm has been one of Central Virginia’s favorite destination for all things fall – and that, of course, includes pumpkin picking! Come out for old-fashioned hayrides, a barnyard petting-zoo, corn maze, pony rides, apples, mums and much more. Your admission will include a number of activities, with even more fun available for an additional charge. Be sure to see the complete list of activities below!

Pumpkin Pricing: Call for pricing

Admission:  $12.50/person

Activities included with admission:

  • Hay Ride to Pumpkin Patch
  • 200 ft. Zip Line
  • 100 ft. Super Slide
  • Hay Bale Maze and Pyramid
  • Corn Maze
  • Farm Animals
  • Moon Bounces
  • Tire Swing Playground

Activities available for additional fees (call for pricing): 

  • Off-Road Adventure Rides
  • Pumpkins
  • Face Painting
  • Pony Rides
  • Barrel Train Rides
  • Pumpkin Blaster
  • Mechanical Bull

Concessions: Bring your own

Hours:
Weekdays, 3:30pm – 6pm; Saturday and Sunday, 10am – 5pm

 

Sarah’s Pumpkin Patch 

Sarah's Pumpkin Patch
Sarah’s Pumpkin Patch / Facebook

Address: 146 Cave’s Ford Lane, Orange, VA 22960
Phone: (540) 308-8267

September 28 – October 31, 2019
This working family farm in scenic Madison County offer three acres of pick-your-own pumpkins throughout the month of October.  Head to Sarah’s Pumpkin Patch to find the perfect pumpkin, and while you’re there be sure to take advantage of free hayrides, yard games, and more.

Pumpkin Pricing: All pumpkins and large gourds are $0.60/pound or you can fill a wagon for $50.

Admission:  Free

Activities:

  • Hayrides
  • Corn Maze
  • Corn Hole
  • Ladder Golf
  • Corn Box

Concessions: Bring your own

Hours:
Saturday, 10am – 5pm; Sunday, 12pm – 5pm

 

Snead’s Farm

Snead Farm Pumpkin Patch
Snead’s Asparagus Farm / Facebook

Address: 18294 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Phone: (540) 371-9328

September 28 – October 31, 2019
While “formally” known as Snead’s Asparagus Farm, don’t let the name fool you, because when fall arrives, Snead’s is all about pumpkins! This historic, sustainable family farm offers 20+ acres of pick-your-own pumpkins, as well as the Tarzan Patch – a field that is home to their JUMBO pumpkins, weighing in at 200 pounds and up. Visit Snead’s any day of the week for pick-your-own pumpkins and sunflowers, or choose from their decorative gourds, edible winter squash, raspberries, apples, apple cider, mums, cornstalks and straw bales for decorating, free-range eggs, tomatoes and local honey. And during the month of October, be sure to participate in their Fall Festival for fun activities every day of the week, as well as a few special additions on the weekends!

Pumpkin Pricing: Pick-your-own pumpkins – $7; Tarzan pumpkins (200 lb+) – $40; Medium pre-picked carving pumpkins – $5; smaller pumpkins in “kids'” patch – $3

Admission: Weekdays – $5/person; Weekends (and Columbus Day Monday): $8/person

Activities included with admission:

  • Hayrides (weekends only)
  • 10-acre pick-your-own sunflower field ($1/stem)
  • Animals including chickens, horses, llamas, sheep, cows and barn cats.
  • Barn visits and a hay loft
  • The “Modest Museum” – Civil War cannonball and other relics found on the farm
  • Mountain Slides
  • Creek play area with rope swings, picnic area, see-saws, and log and bridge crossings
  • Play in a Vietnam-era Sikorsky Helicopter
  • 3 large sand pile play areas.
  • Straw barn with rope swings
  • “Whispering Pine” tree maze with teepee, wormhole and farm art
  • Unicorn art trail
  • Perennial gardens and farm art
  • Hiking trails

Concessions: On weekends, The Well at Snead’s Farm will offer farm-to-table dining, as well as a selection of beers made with Snead’s Farm ingredients by Spencer Devon Brewing. Additional food selections will be available on weekends, as well, including Appalachian Kettle Korn, Three Ladies Pickles and farm goods, O’ Taste and See Donuts (gourmet apple cider and pumpkin mini-donuts, iced and hot coffee, hot apple cider and hot chocolate), Pälzer Mädel (hand-crafted jams and jellies and hot Belgian waffles with toppings), and Debbie Nance’s Oven Pizza.

Hours:
Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 6pm; Columbus Day, Monday, October 14, 9am – 6pm