It’s that time of the year again when all the farms and church communities set up their pumpkin patches filling the cities with pumpkins.
While it might not feel like fall in Central Florida, businesses and communities do their best to make it more like fall. With fall festivals, decorations, and more, here are some of the best pumpkin patches to visit in Central Florida this year!
Best Pumpkin Patches in Central Florida
Central Florida is a huge area with many cities and much to offer! And while many may be from the Orlando area, you’ll see a varied selection below.
Daytona Beach Area
The Arboretum
For the first time, The Arboretum in Ormond Beach is opening a pumpkin patch! Aside from a pumpkin patch, they are also hosting a fall event starting in October. You will be able to get pumpkins in September. However, you won’t want to miss all the fun in October, where they will have photo areas, food trucks, fun fall games, and more.
Info
Address: 3065 W State Rd 40, Ormond Beach, FL
Admission: $5 for the event
Parking: Free
Starts: Pumpkins on sale September 28th, 8 am – 4 pm,
and fall events start October 4th, 4-8 pm
Pet friendly? No
Lakeland Area
Harvest Holler
The Harvest Holler Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch in Polk City have plenty to do and try. From the Cow Barrel Train to Big Frank-n-Slide there are plenty of fun activities for the whole family, and if you’re hungry, check out Paw Paw’s Vittles for cheeseburgers, boiled peanuts, and more! Plus there is also Maw Maw’s Country Store where you can find some delicious cobblers.
Info
Address: 950 Tavares Rd, Polk City, FL 33868
Admission: $17 per person, $14 for kids 2-12. There are also admission prices for seniors and the military.
Parking: Free and plenty of parking
Starts: September 20th – November 17th, Friday: 4 pm-8 pm, Saturday: 12 pm-8 pm, Sunday: 12 pm-5 pm
Pet friendly? No
Ocala Area
Ocala Pumpkin Patch
If you are in the Ocala area, don’t miss out on this awesome pumpkin patch! The Ocala Pumpkin Patch is always fun to visit and there are plenty of photo ops while visiting the patch. This year they also have some great events such as Taste of Fall, movie night golf cart drive-in, and more.
Since this is at a church the proceeds will go to Women’s Ministry of Open Arms Village.
Info
Address: 1126 East Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States
Admission: Free! Just pay for your pumpkins
Parking: Free and plenty of parking
Starts: Friday, October 11th at 4:00 pm. Monday-Friday 4 PM – 8 PM, Saturday 9 am – 8 pm, Sunday 11 am – 8 pm.
Pet Friendly? Yes, must be on a leash.
Orlando Metropolitan Area
Amber Brook Farms
This is such a neat farm! Here you’ll be able to check out the pumpkin patch as well as all their fall offerings – entertainment and drinks. Plus they also have photo ops. There is a petting zoo, u-pick sunflowers, 25+ activities, and more.
Info
Address: 36111 County Rd 44A, Eustis, FL
Admission: Adults $14.95, Children 2 and under: free
Parking: Free
Starts: Weekends from September 21st-November 3rd
Pet Friendly? No
Club Lake’s Annual Fall Festival
The annual fall festival at Club Lake is one I am quite familiar with. It’s not only a tradition in my family to go every year, but it’s one that I love because you don’t have to pay money to get into the pumpkin patch or country store. If you do want to join in the fall festivities, however, you do need to pay, but you get to experience a lot. From hayrides to pumpkin chuckin’, there is plenty to do at this fun annual festival!
Info
Address: 3403 Rock Springs Road, Apopka, FL
Admission: $16.95 per person. Infants are free. 10% off Military discount available.
Parking: Free and plenty of parking
Starts: September 28th – October 27th, open 3 days a week. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 am – 6 pm
Pet Friendly? Yes
Great Scott Farms
Known for their seven-acre corn maze, Great Scott Farms is a beautiful farm in Mount Dora. They have zip lining, a super slide, and more! You’ll also find a wonderful pumpkin patch along with a farmers market.
Info
Address: 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora, FL
Admission: $19 at the gate, $16 online
Parking: Free
Starts: Sept. 28 – Nov. 24: Saturdays and Sundays 10 am – 5 pm
Pet Friendly? Dogs are welcome, but they do have a few rules to follow
Santa’s Farm
Known for growing their own Christmas Trees, Santa’s Farm is a beautiful farm hosting various events and festivals. One of these is the fall festival which also has a lovely pumpkin patch. The festival also has plenty of attractions, specialty drinks, and more.
Info
Address: 35317 Huff Rd, Eustis, FL
Admission: Weekends: $17.95 online; $20.95 at the gate.
Late Night Weekends: $15.95 online. Weekdays: $9.95 online.
Parking: Free
Starts: Weekends from September 29th through November 2nd and select weekdays in October.
Pet Friendly? Yes. Well-behaved leashed dogs are permitted
Southern Hill Farms
If you’re looking for hours of entertainment and some delicious apple cider donuts, check out Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida! This is about a 50-minute drive from downtown Orlando, but it is still worth it! Especially with all the activities you can do at the farm and all the fall food and drinks you can eat plus they also have a pumpkin patch.
You can check out my other post on Orlando Pumpkin Patches for more!
Info
Address: 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, FL
Admission: Weekday tickets are $21.95 and weekend tickets are $24.95
Parking: Free
Starts: Thursday through Sunday from September 28 to November 17
Pet Friendly? No
Sarasota Area
Hunsader Farms
This cute farm is hosting its 33rd Annual Pumpkin Festival. Aside from the pumpkin patch, this festival also has a craft show, live music, hayrides, a corn maze, games, and more!
They also have a food section, pumpkin pie, homemade ice cream, and roasted sweet corn.
Info
Address: 5500 CR 675, Bradenton, FL
Admission: $15, Children 10 and under are free. Cash Only.
Parking: $5
Starts: Oct. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Pet Friendly? Yes. Dogs ARE allowed, as long as they are friendly and on a leash.
Dakin Dairy Farms
Dakin Dairy Farms in Myakka City is having its first annual harvest festival. This festival has lawn mower races, a pumpkin patch, a kids zone, a 6-acre corn maze, and more!
There will also be ice cream, food trucks, and vendors.
Info
Address: 30771 Betts Rd, Myakka City, FL
Admission: $15, kids 10 and under are free. Some vendors may accept cash only.
Parking: Free
Starts: October 5&6, October 12&13, 10am-5pm
Pet Friendly? Yes as long as they are leashed and friendly.
Fruitville Grove
This amazing farm in Sarasota will be hosting its 36th annual Pumpkin Fest! While you do have to pay for admission to get in and enjoy the festivities, they do have a great pumpkin patch to check out.
If you’re interested in the festivities, they will have pony rides, hay rides, crafts, scarecrows, corn stalks, food trucks and so much more!
Info
Address: 7410 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL
Admission: Free (yes the festival is free admission!)
Parking: $5
Starts: October 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 10 am-5 pm. The Pumpkin Patch and Farmers Market is open Monday – Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 10-5.
Pet Friendly? Yes, dogs are permitted during the weekdays.
Tampa Bay Area
Fox Squirrel Corn Maze
This cute spot is hosting its 13th annual Fox Squirrel Corn Maze. Aside from a lovely pumpkin house full of pumpkins for sale, there are also hay rides, a jump pad, and many more activities.
Info
Address: 6151 Varn Rd, Plant City, FL
Admission: $12, Children 3 and under: Free
Parking: Free Parking
Starts: Saturdays and Sundays, September 28-29, October 5-27, 2024. 10 am to 6 pm
Pet Friendly? No (except service animals)
Gallagher’s Pumpkins + Trees
This is such a neat spot in St.Petersburg. Gallagher’s Pumpkins and Trees has some great photo ops and also a lot of pumpkins. If you’re looking to get some photos this is the perfect spot as they do have a pumpkin house and a few other great spots for photos. You’ll also see a petting zoo, a bounce house, and more.
Info
Address: 7401 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Starts: September 16th, 9 am – 9 pm
Pet Friendly? Yes! Dog-friendly
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