Chicagoland Pumpkin Patches Open for Fall Season
Crisp weather and colorful foliage are on the horizon for Illinoisans. Pumpkin- and apple-picking season is almost upon locals and visitors who make the trek out to pick pumpkins, collect apples, and stock up on all things autumn. To help with the search as residents and visitors prepare their fall calendars, Patch has compiled a list of the best patches in and around Chicagoland.
Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm is one of the top picks for its hayride, corn maze (this year's theme celebrates the United States' 250th anniversary), petting zoo, pumpkin patch, and hours of operation from Monday to Sunday. Admission costs between $5-$12 on weekdays and between $12-$14 on weekends.
Other notable farms include Didier Farms with its animal land zoo, corny corn maze, camel rides, agriculture rides, pumpkin playland, kids activities, bake shop, and concessions; Goebbert's Farm and Garden Center - South Barrington featuring petting zoo, corn stalk maze, duck derby, pony rides, giraffe barn, camel rides, wagon rides, magic show, jumping pillow, pig races, corn box, gem mining, and more.
Bengtson's Farm also offers a range of activities including tractor town, happy swing, chicken truck, mega slide, cow coaster, free selfie booth, gemstone and arrowhead mining, pony rides, petting zoo, haunted barn, and fun barn. Admission ranges from $24-39 depending on the day and time.