Where to find the best pumpkin patches near Philadelphia

As much an amusement park as a pumpkin farm—seriously, there are potato sack races, a jungle trail maze, bull roping, bell ringing, etc.—the 18-acre Doylestown family farm is a charming experience for kids and adults. All-day admission to the Adventure Farm costs $21+ and grants you access to as many as 45 activities accessible throughout the week. The real allure of Hellerick’s, though? The hilarious pumpkin-rolling competitions, where you’ll get lost watching kids gleefully chucking the lumpy orange globes down the Bucks County hillside. Late September through November also means U-Pick 55+ different types of pumpkins, squash and gourds in all shapes and sizes.

This Lansdale mainstay packs its patch with pumpkins that are perfect for both consumption and optimal carving. The farm gets some notable extra credit for its solid customer service—they’ll spill all you need to know about keeping your produce, pumpkin or otherwise, in tip-top shape. For the farm’s most festive pumpkin experience, plan to attend the annual lighting of the “Great Pumpkin,” where adults can jam to live music and kids can sit cross-legged in the crisp fall air for storytime.

The pride and joy of Gloucester County for pumpkins; you’ll find pumpkins, both giant and mini, here, plus gourds and Indian corn. For the patch, guests pay a flat fee to embark on a 20-minute hayride to the whimsical, purple and pint-sized “Hilda’s House,” where kids pick a small pumpkin and select a prize from Hilda’s Cauldron. They also make scratch-made pumpkin donuts, pumpkin cakes, and iced cookies. Wristbands for the whole experience cost $20.

The pride and joy of Gloucester County for pumpkins; you’ll find pumpkins, both giant and mini, here, plus gourds and Indian corn. For the patch, guests pay a flat fee to embark on a 20-minute hayride to the whimsical, purple and pint-sized Hilda’s House, where kids pick a small pumpkin and select a prize from Hilda’s Cauldron. They also make scratch-made pumpkin donuts, pumpkin cakes, and iced cookies. Wristbands for the whole experience cost $20.

For 10 days in October, Dilworth Park at City Hall transforms into a family-filled autumnal attraction in the middle of Philadelphia. “Maze Days” includes pumpkin carving, children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project and more. On October 19 and 26, there’s also live music, fresh apple cider making, a stein-hoisting contest hosted by Broad Street Brewing, Not So Silent Cinema and Bingo with prizes.

Pumpkin picking isn’t limited to green spaces. Over on the Delaware Waterfront, Morgan’s Pier has been hosting a Fall Fest since 2011. This year, through October 26, the beer garden and outdoor restaurant unveils cute autumn décor, warm beverages, live entertainment, a brand-new seasonal menu, pumpkin carving, and more. Pick your perfect pumpkin from the Pier’s Pumpkin Patch (starting at $5) with carving kits provided.

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Gather the whole family for East Passyunk Fall Fest on October 26 from 11am to 4pm. The Avenue will be transformed into a pedestrian-only playground between Morris and Dickinson Streets with 70+ arts and craft vendors, costume contests, live music, and tons of food and drink specials. Head to The Gateway (Broad & Passyunk) for pumpkin carving where can get creative and carve out the perfect fall masterpiece.

Kicking off its pumpkin-picking season in mid-September, this Medford, New Jersey farm is traditionally known for Christmas trees, but doubles as a fall-festive apple- and pumpkin picking during autumn months, with daily wagon rides and maze (with 40 scarecrows!) through its 151-acre farm. There, you’ll get to pick out your favorite pumpkin—from tiny miniatures to giant jack-o-lanterns—and take a photo with their “Giant Inflatable Pumpkin.” Heads up: Pumpkins are priced by a size chart and average under a dollar per pound each.

This outpost near Cherry Hill has been in operation for over 75 years. It opens its patch near the end of September each year, offering a pumpkin wonderland with pumpkin picking and evening campfire hayrides on weekends only. Expect fun photo opps—from scarecrows to giant blow-up pumpkins, and even a pumpkin house and witch's cauldron. Pick up one of their carving or pumpkin painting kits. Tickets run $7.50 per person and pumpkins are sold by their weight.

Pumpkins are aplenty at Duffield’s, packaged with an educational, narrated hayride or purchasable as standalone. Aside from the standard pumpkin-picking hayrides ($15), pumpkin paint nights and family fun nights are hosted throughout the season. The family-run farm has 45+ varieties of homegrown pumpkins and gourds. Stop in their market for lunch (homemade soups and sandwiches) or freshly baked sweet treats, including apple cider donuts.

Saturdays and Sundays (and Fridays in October), Country Barn in Lancaster offers more than 10 acres of pumpkins. Kids entertainment comes in the form of Barnyard Kingdom, a $25 admission that includes access to a five-acre corn maze, a wagon ride, duck and pig races, and a giant bouncy pumpkin.