Local Events October 1, 2024

Top Pumpkin Patches A Short Drive Away

Rekindle the nostalgia of fall with a visit to a local pumpkin patch. Delight in the fall foliage and smell of spiced apple cider while picking a pumpkin and tasting seasonal fall treats. Our favorite has to be cider donuts! These local pumpkin patches are sure to please with activities for the whole family. For more fun, check out our October Events post for local events near you!

 

Photo courtesy of Messick’s Farm Market

 

Messick’s Farm Market | Saturday & Sunday Through October 27th

6025 Catlett Rd. Bealeton, VA 22712

Family owned- and operated- farm market and agritourism venue that provides freshly-picked and local produce, farm-prepared made-to-order meals, wine, and delicious frozen custard. Family-oriented and packed with fun, we have something for everyone. Messick’s friendly staff members welcome visitors year-round, and are dedicated to serving their community by offering fun, fresh foods, and seasonal activities.

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Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill’s 31st Annual Pumpkin Patch | Through October 31st

3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304

The pumpkin patch offers all sizes of pumpkins grown by Navajo farmers, from small hand-held “spookies” to very large pumpkins for jack-o-lanterns; prices start at $1 and go up based on size.  Also for sale are beautiful gourds, delicious home-made soups and baked goods, and autumn-Halloween-themed crafts.

Free Admission

 

Photo courtesy of Belvedere’s Plantation

 

Belvedere’s Plantation | Through November 2nd

1410 Belvedere Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22408

Take a tractor-drawn wagon ride out to the Patch and wander as long as you’d like, choosing the perfect pumpkins. The Plantation also has over 25 attractions to make your farm adventure filled with fun and laughter! Click here for Belvedere’s Farm Map

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Nalls Produce Pumpkin Hill | Through November 3rd

7310 Beulah St, Kingstowne, VA 22315

Pumpkin Hill has been a Franconia tradition for over 30 years! Browse dozens of varieties of pumpkins and gourds, let your kids climb and explore the pumpkin play area, and take photos at our famous Pumpkin Wall. Pick up some apple cider, pumpkin butter, and other seasonal treats. Nalls has everything you need for an awesome fall!

Free Self Guided Tours

 

Photo courtesy of Clark’s Elioak Farm

 

Clark’s Elioak Farm | Through November 3rd

10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Take a hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick out your perfect pumpkin! There are many different styles and sizes to choose from.

Prices may Vary, Click Here for More Info

 

Butler’s Orchard | Through November 3rd

22222 Davis Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

Butler’s Orchard is a 300 acre orchard that includes hay and pumpkin coach rides, corn mazes, giant slides, bonfire sites, corn hole, and more – all included with admission. Fall goodies such as apple cider donuts, kettle corn, and pit beef are available for purchase. This family farm produces over 25 varieties of plants and produce, so don’t forget to stop by the Farm Market! You even have the option to pick your own pumpkins

Hours and Admission Prices Vary, Click Here for More Info

 

Photo courtesy of Montpelier Farm

 

Montpelier Farm | Through November 3rd

1720 Crain Highway North, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Come pick out your favorite pumpkin at this 7-acre farm. They offer a “Spookley the Square Pumpkin” Corn Maze, hay rides, petting animals, pedal karts, rope maze, hay & play, hill slides, and so much more.

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 Pumpkin Village | Through November 5th

19246 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg, VA 20175

Kids will love all that the Pumpkin village has to offer! The farm play area includes: giant hill slides, a hay maze, unlimited hayrides, straw mountains, miniature pumpkin village, spider web crawl, pirate play ship and much more.

Hours and Admission Prices Vary, Click Here for More Info

 

Photo courtesy of Cox Farms

 

Cox Farms | Through November 5th

15621 Braddock Road, Centreville, VA 20120

One of the largest fall festivals in Virginia! Activities include: giant slides, world famous hayrides, farm animals & their babies, cornundrum cornfield adventure, imaginature trail, rope swings, kiddie zone, goat village, straw tunnels, themed play areas, live entertainment, local apples & fresh cider, foamhenge, and a patch pumpkin to choose from.

 

Town & Country Nursery

1885 Darke Ln, Kearneysville, WV 25430

Call for hours & pricing: 304-725-1252

With there being thousands of pumpkins, come pick out your favorite at this 5-acre patch offering 63 variations of pumpkins. You are also able to pick tomatoes and green beans daily. 

 


 

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