2023 Chicago and Northeastern Illinois Pumpkin Patches And More.org

Looking for a local pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayride, gourds and other Halloween activities in Chicago and Northeastern Illinois? Scroll down this page and you will see the all of those in Chicago and Northeastern Illinois, sorted by county. Some are farms, where you take a hay ride out into the field, others are elaborate farm stands with mountains of pumpkins and other activities and some are simple roadside stands. Most have loads of pumpkins to choose from. To really make it fun for your kids, look for those that have the extra activities, like a corn maze, spook house, or hayride. There is usually a small fee for the mazes (of course, the more elaborate mazes tend to charge more. Hayrides are often free. ALWAYS call before you go to confirm the info, they don't always report changes to me!

And if you know of one I missed and want to add it or correct the information, please let me know! If you are looking for pumpkin weigh-offs and the US and world's largest pumpkins, see this page! Want to do a fundraiser selling pumpkins? See this page! There are affiliate links on this page. Read our disclosure policy to learn more.

New for this year, see our Top Ten list of best pumpkins to make pumpkin pies and for baking and cooking. Also, our Master List of 100 Varieties of Pumpkins for every purpose. Then see this page for our easy pumpkin pie from a real pumpkin recipe.

Updates for March 2023

Most pumpkin patches and corn mazes usually open by mid September, some earlier! You may also like a local zombie event or Zombie Paintball!. The world's best pumpkin pie recipe is here, and the pie crust recipe is here! And we have home canning, preserving, drying and freezing directions. You can access many pumpkin and other recipes and other resources from the drop down menus at the top of the page or the site search.  If you are looking for pick your own apples with pumpkins and often also fun activities, see this page.

NOTE: Many farms went out of business in the past 2 years and others are dropping their websites and switching to Facebook pages thus breaking all links to them. If a link is broken please click the "click here to report a broken link or blank page" so we can find the replacement link! Thanks!

After Halloween, find a Christmas tree at a local Christmas tree farm (and enjoy a bonfire, smore, hot chocolate and free hayrides, and often Santa visits! And next Spring, you'll want to take your children to a free Easter egg hunt - see our companion website to find a local Easter Egg hunt. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to write me!

Pumpkin Patch Listings, by county

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Boone County

• Country Memory Trail - corn maze, hayrides
  10568 Caledonia Road, Belvidere, IL 61008. Phone: (815) 544-0698. Directions: Located just north of Belvidere on the corner of Caledonia Road and Hwy 76. Open: Tuesday to Sunday 12 PM to Sunset, Closed Mondays. Large Groups Welcome with Advance Reservations. Note: I have not seen updated information about this in 5 years, so CALL before you go!
• The Lindberg Pumpkin Patch - Pick your own corn maze, pumpkins, hay rides, pony rides, playground, inflatables, petting zoo, more
  3178 Hwy 173, Caledonia, IL. Phone: 815-765-2587. Open: September - end of October, 9 AM to 7 PM daily. Directions: 5 miles East of the intersection of state highway 173 and Interstate 90. We're located at the intersection of route 173 and Wyman School road in Boone County Illinois. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. The Pumpkin Patch offers a safe and fun family atmosphere. Come out to our farm this fall. This is not a scary haunted place. Pumpkins, pony and wagon rides, haunted house, witches, scarecrows, Halloween costumes, cornstalk maze and autographed copies of Frank Fiorello's latest pumpkin book. Click here for a link to our Facebook page. Formerly called Fiorello's.
• Susie's Garden Patch - Follows organic practices, corn maze, pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals
  10258 US highway 20, Garden Prairie, IL 61038. Phone: 815-597-3011. Fax: 815-597-3414. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6:30 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm; Pumpkin Fill Up on Columbus Day Weekend; October 11, 12 and 13th (2015 dates). Directions: 6 miles East of Belvidere and 7 miles West of Marengo on Highway 20. Click here for a map and directions. We follow organic practices, but are not seeking certification. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. We offer a corn path for the little ones. Special Event: There is No Membership or Admission Fee for anything. Click here for our Facebook page. What is Pumpkin Fill Up? Pumpkin Fill Up started when Eagle Grocery Store Closed. With no place to market our Fall crops, we sat down did some brain storming and vola!! Pumpkin Fill Up: you can pick you favorite pumpkin at wholesale pricing. $ 3 ea. Free Admission. There is a simple corn maze and corn path. (free) You drive your car out and start your adventure. Gourds, squash, mini pumpkins, pie pumpkins. Pony Rides are available on Saturday and Sunday.
• The Pumpkin Patch - corn maze, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, straw or hay bale maze, corn cannon, we also have pie pumpkins, horse-drawn hay rides, farm market, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, inflatables/bounce house, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, group reservations
  3178 Highway 173, Caledonia, IL 61011. Phone: 815-765-2587. Fax: 847-415-2694. Open: Everyday in September from 9 am to 6 pm and in October from 9 am to 7 pm. Directions: 5 miles East of the intersection of state highway 173 and Interstate 90. We're located at the intersection of route 173 and Wyman School road in Boone County Illinois. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. The Pumpkin Patch offers a safe and fun family atmosphere. Come out to our farm this fall. This is not a scary haunted place. UPDATED: October 28, 2009)

Cook County

• Chicago Park District's Pumpkin Patch - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field
  Humboldt Park, 1440 N Humboldt Dr Chicago, IL 60622. Phone: (312) 742-7549. Fee: Free; Age Range: 6-12 years. Humboldt Park Pumpkin Patch. Activities include: pick your own pumpkin, inflatable jumping jack, face painting, games, music and treats. Email: [email protected]. Six local parks on the city's North Side will offer fields filled with pumpkins of all sizes, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, pony rides, a petting zoo, fall harvest photos, face painting and refreshments. Pumpkin Patches are held on Saturdays in October from 11 am to 3 p.m.. Tickets for individual activities range from $.50 to $3, and ticket packages including all activities are available for $15 each. Tickets will not be sold after 2:30pmSee this page for the complete list of locations , schedule and listings. or call your local park or (312) 742-PLAY for additional information. Halloween festivities include fun for the entire family with great pumpkin patches, haunted houses (and not so haunted houses), parties and much more. Payment: Cash, only.
• The Children's Farm at The Center - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, haunted house, Honey from hives on the farm, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, IL 60464. Phone: 708-361-3650. Alternate Phone: 708-361-3651. Fax: 708-361-2811. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Friday, from 3 pm to 5 pm; Saturday and Sunday, from 10 am to 4 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. On weekends in addition to the pumpkin patch we have a PUMPKIN PLAYLAND ($8) Barn tours & Petting Farm Enjoy hands on interaction with all of our farm animals. Straw Bale Climber: See how high you can climb on our structure of straw! Giant Corn Box: A giant box filled with corn kernels, provides endless fun Spooky Wood Shed: An eerie experience designed for our youngest guests. Crazy Maze-y: Enjoy navigating your way through our crazy maze-y! No charge for pumpkin patch only. Free Admission to our Pick-your-own Pumpkin Patch Offering a variety of pumpkins, gourds, mini pumpkins, carving tools, straw bales, corn stalks, local honey & more! Weekends: Free Admission to our Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin Patch Offering a variety of pumpkins, gourds, mini pumpkins, carving tools, straw bales, corn stalks, local honey & more! Complimentary Hayrack rides & Food Concessions.
• Delairs Cornstalk Farm - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, haunted corn maze,
  13901 Wolf Road, Orland Park, IL 60467. Phone: (708) 785-9532. Email: [email protected]. Open: From mid-September to late October, the farm will close for the season on Monday October 28th; The farm opens daily at 11 am till dusk 7 days per week. Directions: Our farm is located at the corner of 139th and wolf road 1/4 mile north of 143rd. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Our Farm offers a corn maze, craft barn, homemade jellies, custom made painted pumpkins, apples, gourds and much more, farm opens last weekend of September and runs till October30. Payment: Cash, Check. Also haunted corn maze, pumpkins, homemade jellies and more. Stroll through the a craft barn, choose a custom-painted pumpkin, or purchase fresh apples and gourds.
• Forest View Farms - pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, haunted rides, haunted trail, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  16717 S. Lockwood Ave (5300 w. 167th St), Tinley Park, IL 60477. Phone: 708-560-0306. Alternate Phone: 888-560-0306. Fax: 708-560-0236. Email: [email protected]. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Forest View Farms, Equestrian Center is located 25 minutes southwest of Chicago in the Tinley Park-Oak Forest area, conveniently located on 167th Street between Central and Cicero. We are 1/2 of a mile from I-57,1 mile from I-80 and 4 miles from I-294. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. We offer a heated barn and a heated indoor arena along with two outdoor arenas and several turnouts. The farm is contiguous to the Cook County Forest Preserve that provides our boarders and trail-riders with direct access to miles of forest preserve trails. We offers boarding, lessons, summer camp, trail rides, pony rides, hayrides, horse-drawn vehicles, group events, birthday parties, petting zoo and our famous fall festival and haunted hay ride. Riding Lessons are offered all year in a heated facility. The Pumpkin Patch is open to School Groups, Scout Troops and Birthday Parties Only, October 3rd to October 30th from 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on Mondays (except for holidays). Includes petting farm, hayride and pumpkin. Pony rides available at an additional cost. Call for pricing.
• Goebbert's Farm & Garden Center - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, Fall festival, kiddie (mini) corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, pig races, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, Jumping pillow, haunted house,
  40 W Higgins Rd, South Barrington, IL 60010. Phone: 847-428-6727. Fax: 847-428-6850. Email: [email protected]. Open: Sept 19th -October 31st; Attraction Daily 9 am to 6 pm; Farm Market Monday to Friday 9 am to 7 pm; Sat & Sun 9 am to 6 pm; Columbus Day 9 am to 6 pm; Halloween Day Open 9 am to 3 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Located 1 mile west of Barrington Road on Higgins Road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page.
• Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest - Corn maze, Pumpkin patch, Hay ride, Ferris wheel, Pumpkin bounce house,
  2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614. Phone: 312-742-2000. Email: [email protected]. Open: Fall Fest on Fridays-Sundays, October 2-4, 9-11 and 16-18, and Monday, October 12th. Country Fun Without Leaving the City. A bounty of seasonal family fun awaits visitors at the zoo's first Fall Fest. This new, harvest-themed event will feature a variety of attractions across the main zoo grounds and at the Farm-in-the-Zoo. Here's a taste of other activities: hay mountain, Ferris wheel, Pumpkin bounce house, Fun slide, Pumpkin carvers, Strolling entertainers, Sing-alongs for kids, Animal chats and learning stations. Free admission. Activity tickets: $3 for 1; $27 for 10; $51 for 20. Pumpkins will be sold at the pumpkin patch from October 1-31.
• Meinke's Garden Center - , pumpkins (in a market, stand or shop)
  5803 W Touhy Ave, Niles, IL 60714. Phone: 847-647-9455. Open: year-round, Mon-Fri 8 AM-8 PM and Sat-Sun 8 AM-6 PM.. Directions: See their website for directions. Click here for our Facebook page. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard .
  A visitor writes on October 30, 2016: "not sure when Christmas trees start. "
• Odyssey Fun Farm - pumpkins, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, cow train rides, corn maze, kiddie (mini) corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, corn cannon, pig races, goat walk, tractor-pulled hay rides, Zombie paintball, Bounce house, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, Bouncy castle, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, school tours
  19112 S Oak Park Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477. Phone: 708-429-3800. Email: [email protected]. Open: late September tp late October, 7 day a week from 10 am to 6 pm; Zombie Safari Hay Ride ; Join us every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from mid-September to late October, 7 pm - Midnight (Closed Sunday during September). Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From I-80 take the Harlem South Exit and then at the second light make a left and you cant miss us!. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page..
• Patch Landscaping and Snow Removal - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, we also have pie pumpkins, Cider mill with fresh apple cider made on the premises
  6107 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660. Phone: 773-262-7282. Alternate Phone: 773-262-6435. Fax: 773-262-7266. Email: [email protected]. Open: Starting October 1st to Halloween at Patch Landscaping and Snow Removal Monday through Friday 8 am to 6 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Pumpkin updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page.
• Puckerville Farms - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field,
  113332 Bell Road, Lemont, IL 60439. Phone: 708-508-0906. Alternate Phone: 708-606-2952. Email: [email protected]. Open: September 19th Thru October 31st, 7 days a week, Monday to Friday 3 pm to 7 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 7 pm. Directions: we are just south of 131th street on Bell Road. Bell Road is west of LaGrange road. Easy access from I55. Please feel free to call for directions. Click here for a map and directions. . Payment: Cash, Check. Halloween Along with carving, and pie pumpkins we grow giant pumpkins ( come out and see what the biggest will be this year) also blue, white, and Cinderella types, if your looking for something different see what grows this year. Christmas Hand decorated wreaths, wood-burning fireplace, apple cider, candy canes for the kids, don't go to a parking lot for your tree make it a special trip to remember. Hay rides/bonfire packages call for information.
• Pumpkins Chicago - pumpkins (brought in from the field), restrooms, gift shop,
  3458 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60657. Phone: (773) 388-4444. Email: [email protected]. Open: Pumpkin Patch hours: Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 9 pm, Friday from 9 am to 10 pm; Saturday from 10 am to 10 pm; Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, AmEx . Urban Pumpkin Patch near Wrigley Field. All-sized Pumpkins, Indian Corn, Gourds, Hay Bales, Halloween gifts and accessories.
  A visitor writes on October 18, 2011: "Pumpkins Chicago have a great selection and will even deliver locally for free. We had a pumpkin carving party at their urban pumpkin patch and everyone had a great time. Tim is a great host. And you can't beat free parking in Wrigleyville!"
• SeatGeek Stadium Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival - pumpkins, corn maze, kids haunted house, pumpkin jumpers, face painting, pumpkin painting, Puppet Show, Magic Show, and a petting zoo!
  SeatGeek Stadium at 7000 S Harlem Ave, Bridgeview, IL. Email: [email protected]. Open: 2019 dates, Week 1: October 18, 19, 20, 2019 and Week 2: October 25, 26, 27, 2019. The event features a number of big attractions such as a pumpkin patch, corn maze, kids haunted house, pumpkin jumpers, face painting, pumpkin painting, Puppet Show, Magic Show, and a petting zoo!
  It's fun for the whole family. FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL with online purchase of Parking Pass at TicketWiz.us. (ADDED: October 04, 2019, JBS)
• Settlers Pond Shelter - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, train rides, haunted corn maze, kiddie (mini) corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  1301 E. Offner Road, Beecher, IL 60401. Phone: 708-663-8103. Email: [email protected]. Open: October 1st through Halloween, October 31 from 10 am to 5 pm, 7 Days a Week. Directions: From Chicago (or southern suburbs): Take 394 south Goodenow Road west (right) Stoney Island Avenue north (right) Offner Road east (right). Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. We have our own Jams and Jellies, and Fudge. Check out our own gourmet coffee's for sale. We have Kangaroos, Zebra, Kinkajous, Patagonian Cavy's and your normal barnyard animals to mention a few. Click here for our Facebook page.

DeKalb County

• Bountiful Blessings Farm Produce - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, Fall festival, we also have pie pumpkins, haunted trail,
  15565 McGirr Road, Hinckley, IL 60520. Phone: 320-217-9253. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Sunday - dawn to dusk; May through December. Directions: North of Hinckley, Il on McGirr Road between Hinckley Road and Somonauk Road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. On October 12, 13 and 14, we will be hosting a Fall Family Fun Festival. Open daily 9 am to dusk. Special activities each day 1 pm to 5 pm; Free Admission. Free hot cider and popcorn! Mattilda the witch will be handing out treats from 1 pm to 5 pm each day.
• Honey Hill Orchard - apples, raspberries, pumpkins, petting zoo, straw maze, school tours.
  11747 Waterman Road, Waterman, IL 60556. Phone: 815-264-3337.Email: [email protected]. Open: starting late August each year. 2,100 apple trees, with an additional 500 trees at a second farm location. What started out as a simple farm stand has grown to include pick your own apples, raspberries and pumpkins, a bakery, the Apple Barn Country Store and family activities.
  Comments from a visitor on October 17, 2009: "We went to the Honey Hill Orchard last week (10/10/2009) and had a wonderful time! There were plenty of apples still available and even some raspberries! There was a 10 pound minimum to pick (per group, not per person) for $15 for apples. There were also hay rides out to the pumpkin patch and a bakery that sells delicious pies and donuts as well as a cute store. All of the employees were so friendly there! We decided this is the best orchard we have been to in this area and will be back next year!"
• Johnson's Pumpkins - corn maze, pumpkins
  1765 West State Street, Sycamore, IL Phone 815-895-3752. Email: [email protected]. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Their website and Facebook pages are gone; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pumpkins, corn maze or Fall activities or are even open? If so, please write me, their last reported hours were Corn Maze Hours: Open on weekends starting September 25th - October 31st 2015. (weather permitting); Fridays 5-9 pm; Saturday 10 am to 9 pm; Sunday 10 am to 5 pm; Columbus Day 10 am to 5 pm; Pumpkin Stand Open Daily, 10 am to 6 pm. Directions: located 1 mile west of Sycamore, Illinois at the corner of State Rt. 64 and Motel Road.
• Jonamac Orchard, Inc. - Pumpkins, apples, corn maze, haunted corn maze, hayrides, pick-your-own pumpkin patch, kiddie barn
  19412 Shabbona Road, Malta, IL 60150. Phone: 815-825-2158. Directions: three quarters of a mile south of Malta on Shabbona Rd. (19412 Shabbona Rd.) Open: 7 days a week. Mid-August till Thanksgiving 9 am to 5:30 daily. Also, prepicked sweet corn, pumpkins, squash, apples, cider, preserves, honey, popcorn, Indian corn, weekend hayride to the pick-your-own pumpkin patch. Get lost in our 10 acre Corn Maze with 3 miles of pathways and 2 bridges. The kids will love our Barnyard activity area with a huge bale pile, peddle tractors, sand pile, corn bin, play barn, bunny barn, mazes, tube slides and other fun activities. On weekends the Apple Train will be running and you can try your marksmanship skills at our Apple Launcher. We will also have festivals, live music, horse drawn wagon rides and more. Corn Maze is open from September 5th through November 1st on Friday and Saturday 10 AM to 9:30 PM and Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM. Click here for information about our Haunted Corn Maze.
  A visitor writes on September 09, 2010: "We've been taking the kids for about 5 years now. Its getting to be a habit."
• Larson's Family Farm - pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides, Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Christmas wreaths and boughs, Christmas decorations, saws provided, trees bagged,
  4404 Somonauk Road, Sandwich, IL 60548. Phone: 815-786-2249. Email: [email protected]. Open: October hours Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 2 pm to 5 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. Closed Mondays Christmas Tree hours: November is Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9 am to 4:30 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2 am to 4:30 pm. December hours are: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 2 pm to 4:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday 9 am to 4:30 pm Closed Mondays Pumpkins start October 1 thru October 28th "Christmas cutting season starts the day after Thanksgiving, closing date varies" Both seasons we are closed on Mondays. Directions: Located 5 miles south of route 30 at the town of Hinckley on Somonauk Road or 4 miles north of routh 34 at the town of Somonauk (Caseys Gas station) on Somonauk Road And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in October, November, December. Payment: Cash, Check.
• Philips Family Farm - pumpkins
  17735 Chicago Road, Big Rock, IL 60511. Phone: 815-786-7522. Directions: I-88 west to Rte 56/30 west; continue on Rt 30 west to Hinkley; left at High School on East Sandwich Rd.; 4 miles to Chicago Rd; left one quarter mile. Open April - October, 8 am to 6 pm.
• Sycamore Pumpkin Patch - Pick your own pumpkins.
  15326 Quiqley Road, Sycamore, IL. Phone: 815-895-3276. Open: Late September - October 31, daily 10 AM to 6 PM. Hayride, Haunted Forest, Maze of Corn, Giant Pumpkin Patch, Charlotte's Web, barnyard animals, store and refreshments. Admission charged.
• Yaeger's Farm Market - corn maze, pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, Honey from hives on the farm, prepicked produce, farm market, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, school tours
  14643 Illinois Route 38, Dekalb, IL 60115. Phone: 815 756 6005. Email: [email protected]. Open: October 3 to October 25 on Monday to Saturday 9 am to 5 pm Sunday 11 am to 5 pm.Directions: 3 miles East of DeKalb on Illinois Route 38 10 miles West of Illinois Route 47 on Illinois Route 38. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. We offer tractor rides to the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own on Saturday, Sunday and Columbus day in the October 3-25. The rides are from 9-4:30 on Saturdays and Columbus Day and 11-4:30 on Sundays. We have a one acre playland area that includes a corn maze, farm animals, straw pyramid, wooden ship, train, and castle, bounce house and inflatable castle (weather permitting). The hayrides are also weather permitting. There are also plenty of pumpkins to choose from on our lawn.

DuPage County

• Abbey Farms and The Nagel Emporium - pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, petting zoo, playground, pedal karts, jumping pillow
  2855 Hart Road, Aurora, IL 60502. Phone: 630-966-7775. Email: [email protected]. Open: Pumpkin Daze & Store Season: September 19 - October 31; Seasonal Store / Bakery: Daily 10 AM to 6 PM (7 days a week season open to close); Park Hours: Closed Monday, Tuesday to Friday 10 AM to 6 PM, Saturday 10 am to 6 PM, Saturday Night Maze: 6 PM - 10 PM, Sunday 10 am to 6 PM. Most farm activities are included in your paid admission. No need to purchase tickets for an extra hay ride or longer stay! A general admission purchase allows you to stay through the night! However, some specialty attractions are available at a minimal extra cost.All of the following farm activities are available from open till 6 pm when the farm changes to ‘night admission': pedal go karts, craft beer tent, fire pits, petting zoo, hayrides, pony rides, playground, kids ziplines, jumping pillow.
• Sonny Acres Farm - pumpkins, Hay rides, haunted houses, Petting Zoo
  29W.310 North Ave. , West Chicago , IL 60185. Phone: 630-231-9515. Phone: 630-231-3859. Directions: Sonny Acres Farm is located on Rt. 64 one mile east of Rt. 59 in West Chicago . Open: daily 10 am to 6 pm, from mid-September through October 31, Sonny Acres is host to family fun and activities. amusement rides, cotton candy, roasted corn, and much more. Haunted Barn, Dizzy Zone, Spook Shed, Petting Zoo, Hayride, Kiddie Koral, Photo Booth, Potty Pitch, Country Store, Costume Shop, Roasted Corn, Lemonade, Elephant Ears, Dori's Food Truck
  Carnival, Giant Slide, Pony Wheel Ride, Giant Swing, Spinning Pumpkins, Kiddie Train & Much More!The largest part of the Harvest Season Festival are the pumpkins, gourds, and dried corn stalks. See the Dizzy Zone, or scream in our Haunted Barn, you are going to need tickets to do so. Want the kids to be able to run around and enjoy Sonny Acres? Let them romp around in our fun Kiddie Koral (Adult supervision required). Pony Rides - Daily. Petting Zoo - weekends in October - Children can interact with and feed the animals. Our one-of-a-kind hayride includes a leisurely 15 minute journey through the woods. The sturdy hay wagons are pulled by our own lovingly restored tractors Haunted Wagon Ride.
  Comment from a visitor, September 29, 2007: "I have a 2 year old girl who had a fabulous time. There are lots of great rides for the little ones, and it is on a spacious and beautiful site. Highly recommended!"
• Wheaton Landscape and Garden Center - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field,
  626 East Roosevelt Road, Wheaton, IL 60187. Phone: 630-668-0947. Email: [email protected]. Directions: 2 miles West of I 355 on Roosevelt Road * 4 miles North of I 88 use Naperville exit to Roosevelt Road go east 4 blocks on right * 2 miles east of County Farm Road on Roosevelt Road. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in October. Open: Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 9 pm; Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm; Open for Christmas trees from Thanksgiving until Christmas eve. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.

Ford County

Grundy County

• Dollinger's Pumpkin Farm - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, train rides, corn maze, we also have pie pumpkins, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, Honey from hives on the farm, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, picnic area (bring your own food), face painting, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, group reservations
  7420 East Hansel Road, Channahon, IL 60410. Phone: 815-467-4698. Alternate Phone: 815-467-6766. Email: [email protected]. Open: Daily, from 10 am to 6:30 pm, September 21 to October 30. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Pumpkins, gourds and specialty pumpkins harvested from the field. FREE Admission! Gift Shop includes homemade canned goods, unique halloween and fall decorations, taffy apples, specialty caramels, fudge, chocolate dipped pretzels. See how bees make honey in our bee barn, see how the Indians lived in our teepee. Mums, corn stalks and hay bales are also for sale. On the weekend join us for food, hot apple cider, horse drawn hay rides, steam train rides and face painting (tickets required). (UPDATED: September 08, 2016) (UPDATED: March 03, 2015)

Iroquois County

• Parkside Farm Stand - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field where they grow, pumpkin patch- harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn, trike track
  638 East Crescent Street, Gilman, IL 60938. Phone: (815) 383-2235. Email: [email protected]. Open: Typical season is from September through October; Please visit our Facebook page for current hours. Directions: Located on Route 24 just east of Mann Park in Gilman. . Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. Free kid activities include Duck Races, Trike Track, Puzzles, Games, and more. (ADDED: September 13, 2018)

Kane County

• Abbey Farms of Marmion Abbey - pumpkin patch-pick in the field, corn maze, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, Bouncy castle or moon bounce, school tours
  850 Butterfield Road, Aurora , IL 60502. Phone: 630-897-6936. Alternate Phone: 630-897-7215. Email: [email protected]. Open: Abbey Farms Fall Festival Weekends in October Saturday 10:30 am to 6 pm Sunday 12 am to 6 pm Schools and groups by appointment! Tuesday to Friday 10 AM to 6 PM; Saturday 10 am to 6 PM; Saturday Night Maze: 6 PM - 10 PM; Sunday 10 am to 6 PM; Closed Monday; Last entry 1 hour before close; Limited attractions on Weekdays; Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Saturday & Sunday only, weather permitting; Beer Tent Hours are Saturday 12 PM to 9:30 PM and Sunday 12 PM to 5:30 PM, All alcoholic beverages must remain within the tent premises. Picking updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Abbey Farms is located on the Marmion Abbey Campus at: 850 Butterfield Road, Aurora Illinois, 60502 For specific directions from your location visit our website (for a google map!). Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Welcome to Abbey Farms of Marmion Abbey - A family tradition since 1957 . We are adding new and exciting services for you and your family this year. From our first annual Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze to new Christmas time family activities, we think you will like our updates! Proceeds from Abbey Farms, a nonprofit organization, enables the continuation of the various ministries performed by the Monks of Marmion Abbey. We hope to see you this year.
• Anderson Farm - tomatoes, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, straw or hay bale maze, prepicked produce, tractor-pulled hay rides
  251 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, IL 60538. Phone: 630-896-8835. Fax: 630-554-0098. Email us at: [email protected]. Open: daily 9 AM to 6 PM July 1 thru October 31. Directions: Interstate 88 to Orchard Rd. south to U.S. 30 (by-Pass). East across Fox River to Douglas Rd. North to Montgomery Rd. West 1/4 mile to farm on south side of road. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in August, September. U-Pick Tomatoes beginning early August thru September. Hay Rides, Straw Maze and Petting farm the last three weekends in October. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Sweet Corn, Cucumbers, Pickling Cukes, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Peppers, Potatoes, Beans all picked daily. Michigan Peaches July to September. Michigan Apples and Cider September thru October.
• Goebbert's Pumpkin Patch - pumpkins, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, Fall festival, train rides, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, corn cannon, pig races, goat walk, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, haunted house, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  42w813 Reinking Rd, Hampshire, IL 60140. Phone: 847-464-5952. Email: [email protected]. Open: Fall Festival begins on September 20th Monday to Sun 9 am to 6 pm; October hours are Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Sat & Sun 9 am to 6 pm; Columbus Day 9 am to 6 pm; Attraction 9 am to 6 pm daily; Halloween 9 am to 3 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: I90 west to Route 47. Exit left to farm. Click here for a map and directions. . Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover.
  A visitor writes on October 19, 2009: "searched on the internet and drove by farm with a giant pumpkin on the top of a grain bin! Admission prices in 2009 are: $8.00 per person Monday to Friday $5.00 per person. Children (2) yrs. and under are free. This includes:, Petting farm with Goat Mounain.and Bunny Town, Wagon ride to the Pumpkin Patch, Cornstalk Maze, Haunted Mine, Pig racing, Pumpkin Eating Dinosaur, Munchkin Maze, Pony Rides ($4.00 additional), Camel Rides( $4.00 additional) Weekends only:, Mr. D's Magic and Illusion Show, Pumpkin Cannon, Boo Blaster($1.00 for three attempts), Roasted Corn (additional) You can see the farm from the corner of Rt.72 and Rt. 47 in Hampshire."
• Kuipers Family Farm - pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, corn maze, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, kiddie (mini) corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, goat walk, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, Jumping pillow, haunted trail, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill with fresh apple cider made on the premises, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, Jumping pillow, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  1n318 Watson Road, Maple Park, IL 60151. Phone: 815-827-5200. Fax: 815-827-4100. Open: 7 days a week, Monday through Saturday 9:00 to 6:00. Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm; September 19 through Halloween; then November - December dail from 10 am to 5 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: I88 West to Sugar Grove and Route 47 exit. Route 47 North 10 miles to Keslinger Road. 5 miles West on Keslinger to Watson Road. North on Watson to Entrance. I90 West to Randall Road exit. Randall Road South to Route 38. West on Route 38 five miles past Route 47 to Watson Road. South on Watson Road to farm. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page.

  Approximate Ripening Dates: Please call for daily updates to the apple picking schedule.
  Variety	Ripens:	Variety	Ripens
  Paulared	mid-August	Red Delicious	October 4
  Prima	Aug 30	Golden Delicious	October 4
  Jonamac, Gala	September 6	Mutsu, Idared	October 18
  Cortland, McIntosh	September 13	Rome, Winesap	October 18
  Spartan, Ozark Gold	September 13	Blushing Golden	October 25
  Empire, Jonathan	September 20	Granny Smith	Nov or later

  Turn your fall pumpkin picking into a family event. Kuipers offers u-pick pumpkins right from the patch! We also have pre-picked pumpkins in many sizes. When the fall season is over don't forget to come back to Kuipers for your Christmas Season. We offer fresh u-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees and wreaths. We'll even have hot cider, home baked pies and our famous apple cider doughnuts to warm you up! For holiday decorating visit our Gift Shop for beautiful Christmas decorations and crafts.
  A visitor writes on September 18, 2010: "My boyfriend and I decided to go out to this farm last year to get a pumpkin and do some apple picking. We drove from downtown and had a blast, even though its geared more towards families with children (and we don't have any). We will definitely be going back this year..... maybe for a tree as well!"
  A visitor writes on October 05, 2008: "My In-Laws have been going there for a couple years and that is all they can talk about for weeks. This years I brought my Family there and we had a blast ! ! ! ! I can't wait until next year ! ! ! ! My 3 year old Daughter loved it and my 22 year old Brother loved it too ! ! ! ! My Mother can't wait until next year also ! ! ! ! "
  A visitor writes on October 06, 2008: "We went to the farm this weekend, and although it started to rain while we were there, we still had a great time (my husband, me and our 5-year-old). This is a very big farm with something for everyone, literally, and plenty of low-hanging apples for kids to pick. We chose this farm over others on your excellent website because of the variety of apples they offer--we wanted some for eating, some for pies, and some to make applesauce, and we need different types for that (pie apples need to be firm). There are dozens of varieties of apples, inclduing some we weren't familiar with (Gold Rush, Ida Red), though not all areas are open for picking each day--depends on ripeness, etc. The admission charge is kind of expensive, but at the same time the apple prices were comparable to what I pay in my local grocery store (it was $14.00 for 10 pounds, so $1.40 a pound--less than at my local Jewel and certainly less than Whole Foods, though these apples are not organic as far as I know). They also have a cool 5-acre corn maze, and a whole farm of attractions across the street, includng pumpkin patch and pony rides and petting zoo, which we skipped this time due to the rain getting heavier. They also have a bakery and an outdoor food tent which had something for each of us (braturst, cheeseburgers, hot dog and very, very good apple cider donuts, which I don't usually like, but these were lighter and more flavorful than most). We also bought their cider which we thought was very good quality. Every sngle person was friendly despite the bad weather and crowds, and they have a lot of helpers everywhere you go. Our final verdict is that we will definitely go back! If you do not like a big farm with lots going on, I would choose a smaller place that just has apples, and perhaps it will be cheaper. You will end up spending more money here because there is a lot to do and to buy, but we kind of knew going into it that we'd spend some money on this once-a-year outing, so we didn't mind. Out of 5 stars, we'd give it 5!"
  A visitor writes on December 08, 2008: "I LOVE THIS PLACE! We have been coming for three years now, and absolute fell in love with their Amaizing Corn Maize, and also with their kiddie section, that is actually not just for kids. The second corn maize that you can ring their bell once you find it is fun for all ages as is their new shed with hay bale. My kids had a blast this fall, and we easily spent the day there. Too much to do, and they slept like babies afterwards! The apples were delicious, and again, this was a fun outing for my kids. This is a clean, friendly, clever place. The Amaizing Corn Maize is just so fun, with Victory Lane, tall flag banners, and very clever puns throughout. Kuiper's is the best; just wish they were closer to my home, but it was still worth the drive, and we will come back every year. Keep up the great work! It gets better and bigger every year, and that's wonderful."
• Norton's Produce - pumpkins
  39 W 369 Illinois Highway 64, Saint Charles, IL 60175. Phone: 630-377-8118. Call for directions. Open Last 3 weekends in October M-Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm.
• Plank Rd Orchard - UPDATE for 2021, Their Facebook page has not been updated since 2018; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering open? If so, please write me
  50w737 Plank Rd, Sycamore, IL 60178. Phone: (815)899-4020. Fax: (815)899-4020. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm, closed Wed. Payment: Cash, Check. Apples, pumpkins
• Saint Charles Scarecrow Festival - FestivalDowntown, St. Charles, IL. Phone:(630) 377-6161. Alternatephone: (800) 777-4373. Email: [email protected].. Open: October 11-13, 2013; Friday & Saturday: 9 am to 9 pm, Sunday: 9 am to 6 pm. If you would like more information regarding the event, please contact the Saint Charles Visitors Bureau at 630-377-6161. Saint Charles. They have a Scarecrow Contest, live entertainment, children's events and the Autumn on the Fox Art & Craft Show. The festival showcases more than 100 handmade scarecrows, which can be entered in five categories - traditional, whimsical, mechanical, children's and local businesses - for visitor voting. Enjoy free live entertainment, great food, numerous free and interactive children's events, the famous Autumn on the Fox Art & Craft Show and so much more at this NON-alcohol, family fun festival!
• Sugar Grove Pumpkin Farm & Produce - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn, corn maze, kiddie (mini) corn maze,
  4s041 Merrill Rd, Sugar Grove, IL 60554. Phone: 815-901-6887. Alternate Phone: 815-764-5124. Email: [email protected] . Open: on Labor Day; then 7 days a week from 9 am to 7 pm; Special Hours: October 31 from 9 am to 3 pm; November 1 to November 5 Open from 10 am to 4 pm; November 6 Closed for the Season. Directions: Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Visit our website for wholesale pumpkins. Entry, activities and corn maze are complimentary. No public restrooms. We're a small vintage dairy farm turned pumpkin patch. Perfect for small groups of 25 of less such as but not limited to, Scout Troops, Daycares, Preschools, etc. We have over 55 varieties of quality pumpkins and gourds. 9" mums, corn stalk bundles, straw bales, broom corn and ornamental corn varieties. Pumpkins available outside in the yard as well as inside our early 1930s dairy barn. (UPDATED: January 13, 2017) (UPDATED: October 18, 2015)
• Thanksgiving Farm - Follows organic practices, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, tractor-pulled hay rides, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill with fresh apple cider made on the premises, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, school tours
  1221 Lindenwood, Aurora, IL 60506. Phone: 630-818-7594. Email: [email protected]. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Their website and Facebook pages are gone; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pumpkins, corn maze or Fall activities or are even open? If so, please write me, their last reported hours were Monday through Friday from 3 pm to 7 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm; Farm opens Saturday October 2nd and remains open through December for Christmas trees. Directions: Near the intersection of Orchard and Jericho. Click here for a map and directions. . We follow organic practices, but are not seeking certification. Payment: Cash, Check. We also offer camping on the farm for Scout Troops and specialize in educational presentations to school groups. Call for further information.
• Troxel Farm and Garden - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, we also have pie pumpkins, picnic area (bring your own food)
  1s511 Countyline Road, Maplepark, IL 60151. Phone: 708-491-3790. Email: [email protected]. Open: Daily 9 am to 7 pm; April 21 to October 31. Directions: 4.5 miles south of MaplePark IL on Countyline road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Specialty pumpkins. Indian corn and cornstalk bundles. Gourd carving workshops. Meet Applejack our Miniature horse.
• Wiltse's Farm Produce & Greenhouses - pumpkins, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, restrooms, picnic area
  50 W 379 State Route 38, Maple Park, IL 60151. Phone: 815-827-3575. Email: [email protected]. Open: Mid - April through October 31st Open Daily from 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: Directly on State Route 38, Maple Park, Illinois - 1/2 mile East of County Line Road or 6 miles West of State Route 47. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. The Wiltse family has been growing and selling quality vegetables for four generations. We start the season out with greenhouse products that consists of all sorts of annuals, vegetables and perennials - hanging baskets and planters, mulch, landscaping materials and services. We start picking Asparagus in the spring then will open our U-pick strawberry patch and following with our vegetables and finish with a variety of fall items including hardy fall mums, fall squash and our U-pick pumpkin patch. We are truly a family farm!.
• Windy Acres - Pick-Your-Own pumpkins Fall festival
  37W446 Fabyan Parkway, Geneva, IL 60134. Open: Fall Festival Hours are: (Daily)-Monday-Sunday 9 am to 7 pm; Saturday September 26th to Sunday November 1st. Directions: one quarter mile west of Randall Road, on the north side of Fabyan Parkway in Geneva. Also, cornstalks, vegetables, gourds, squash, straw bales, fall mums, jams and jellies, apples, cider, honey, Halloween toys, huge 100 lb pumpkins.

Kankakee County

• Kankakee Valley Park District - haunted house, children's trick or treating
  893 West Station Street, Kankakee, IL. Phone: 815-935-6513. Alternate phone: 815-939-1311. Special programs and attractions, camps, corn mazes, Splash Valley, Oak Orthopedic Ice Arena and events offered throughout the year.
• Saathoff Family Farm - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field,
  11492 N 5000 E Rd, Manteno, IL 60960. Phone: 815-592-9258. Email: [email protected]. Open: Call or email for hours. Payment: Cash, only.
• Vana's Pumpkin Land - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, Cider mill with fresh apple cider made on the premises, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  7705 W Rt17, Kankakee, IL 60901. Phone: 815-939-2000. Open: I suspect they have gone out of business; their website is gone. Directions: 7 miles West of Kankakee on Route 17. And for a map to our farm, Click here. In October, Pumpkin Land is open every day. On Sat & Sun, Pumpkin Land holds its Fall Festival weekends. Each weekend feature a different special attraction. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Gourds, jack-be-little, white pumpkins, bird houses, banana squash, and so forth.

Kendall County

• Andersons FUN-E Farm - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, Bounce house, haunted house, haunted rides, haunted trail,
  508 Il 126, Plainfield, IL 60453. Phone: 888-352-5837. Email: [email protected]. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Their website and Facebook pages are gone; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pumpkins, corn maze or Fall activities or are even open? If so, please write me, their last reported hours were Monday to Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm from September 28 to October 30; Haunted hayrides is open Thursday to Sunday from dusk to 10 pm, Later is possible from October 1 to the 31st. . Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page.
• Kellers Farmstand Oswego - corn maze, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, straw or hay bale maze, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides,
  2500 Johnson Road, Oswego, IL 60543. Phone: 630-219-8194. Open: Saturdays and Sundays; Weekends September 19 - October 31 (Plus open Columbus Day, Monday, October 12) 9 am to 6 pm. Your admission includes: 13-acre Corn Maze, rope maze, hay wagon ride, animal barn, pedal tractors, kids straw maze, grainboxes, and a large kids play area with pirate ship, castle, train, tractor, truck and more! Oswego Farm's pick-your-own Pumpkin Patch and the pick-your-own Apple Orchard are the only activities open 9:00 to 6:00 weekdays. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover.
• Zuidema Farms - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, prepicked produce
  14313 us Hwy 52, Newark, IL 60541. Phone: 815-736-6538. Email: [email protected]. Directions: We are 19 miles West of I 55 on Route 52. Also 6 miles West of Route 47 on Route 52. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in July, August, September, October, November. Open: It is a self help stand and we have brown eggs year round. July thru September we offer vegetables. In the fall we offer squashes, pumpkins, potatoes, Indian corn, corn stalks. Payment: Cash, only. We sell fresh brown eggs all year long. We have a vegetable stand, pumpkins, squash, corn stalks, Indian corn. It is a self serve stand.

Lake County

• Didier Farms - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, train rides, corn maze, pig races, we also have pie pumpkins, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, farm market, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, inflatables/bounce house, carnival rides, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  16678 W. Aptakisic Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069. Phone: 847-634-3291. Alternate Phone: 847-634-3295. Fax: 847-634-3298. Email: [email protected]. Open: Daily 9 am to 6 pm until Halloween. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: 2 miles west of Route 21, on Aptakisic Road, or 2 miles east of Route 83, on Aptakisic Road. Located on the northeast corner of Buffalo Grove Road and Aptakisic Road in Prairie View/Lincolnshire, Illinois. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. New this year! Pumpkin Play Land - Farm Obstacle Course. Also daily weekday sp ecials - Call for details. Homemade Apple Cider and Pumpkin Donuts made daily!. (UPDATED: October 14, 2019, JBS)
  
• Ethels Place - Pumpkins
  20475 N Quentin Rd, Palatine, IL 60074. Phone: 847-726-8080. Also, straw, cornstalks, Indian corn, Christmas trees, wreaths, poinsettias, garland
• Hoffman's Garden Center - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, haunted corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, prepicked produce, restrooms, pony rides, petting zoo
  30699 North US Highway 12, Volo, IL 60073. Phone: (815) 344-1990. Fax: 847-566-7298. Email us at: [email protected]. Directions: On Il. Route 12, 3/4 of a mile south of route 120, on the East side of Route 12. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in August, September, October. Open: Monday through Friday open 8-6. Saturday 8-5, Sunday 8-4 Corn maze is open from Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. We grow our own.
• Krueger's vegetable's - beans, pumpkins, tomatoes, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, and prepicked produce, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides
  28572 West Route 120, Lakemoor, IL 60051. Phone: 815-385-4981. Email: [email protected]. Open: Staring in July and ending October 31 we are open 7 days a week 9 am till 6 pm. Directions: From us rte 12 we are located a mile and a quarter west of Route 12 on Route 120 Click here for a map to our farm. Crops are usually available in July, August, September, October.our pumpkins patch hayrides start in October every weekend from noon till 5 pm. Payment: Cash, Check.
• Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm - corn maze, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, tractor-pulled hay rides, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, picnic area, face painting, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  13236 W. Townline Road, Waukegan, IL 60087. Phone: 847-662-5733. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Friday from 12 pm to 8 pm; Saturday 10 am to 10 pm; Sunday 10 am to 7 pm; Extended hours on Columbus Day weekend, please see our website. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Located 10 minutes northeast of Gurnee Mills and Six Flags. Click here for a map. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. Family fun and agriculture education rolled into one great farm. Pumpkins, corn stalks, Indian corn, straw bales, honey, squash, fall decorations available mid September through Halloween. Some pumpkins available in November. Groups, school tours, Scouts & youth groups are welcome with reservations. (UPDATED: October 10, 2020 JBS)
• Mini Earth Greenhouses - pumpkins, gourds.
  Peterson Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Phone: 847-223-7282. Open: fall hours are 8-6 Monday to Friday and 9-5 Saturday and Sunday. Payment: Visa, Mastercard, cash.
  A visitor writes: "They also grow thousand of annuals and perennials. They were just a small grower that is open to the public that's growing every day. They grow everything there! They have something new all the time. They have a vegetable stand with tomatoes, onions, pickles, cucumbers, 5 different squash, peppers, eggplant, bi color sweet corn and much more! they grow and sell 6 regular types of pumpkins, 11 specialty pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, Indian corn, fall planters, a wide selection of hardy mums, winter pansies and lots of other great things. 
• Patch 22, Ltd Pumpkins + Pony rides - pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Fresh eggs, restrooms, face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  15900 W Kelly Rd NW corner of Highway 41 and Kelly Rd, Wadsworth, IL 60083. Phone: 847-336-0120. Alternate Phone: 847-815-5579. Fax: 847-336-0145. Email: [email protected]. Open: For the month of October we will be open to the public on both Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am until 5 pm; Including Columbus Day this year!
  No charge for admission or parking; field trip reservations during the week for groups of 20 or more. Directions: located on Highway 41, just north of Wadsworth Road, turn west on Kelly Road. Click here for a map and directions. Saturdays + Sundays 10 am to 5 pm throughout October for pumpkins, straw bales corn stalks Pony rides + hayrides also available other times by reservations for groups of 20 or more book early for field trips, we fill up fast. Payment: Cash, only. also available for delivery: we offer handwalked pony rides Barnyard Buddies petting farm hayrides.
• Pumpkin Patch - Pumpkins
  15 N 272 Old Sutton Road, Barrington, IL 60010. Phone: 847-426-0260. Directions: I-90 to Exit 59. Turn Right to first stop light (Rte. 72). Turn left on 72 to 1st stop light, turn right to Sutton Road. Open 9 am to 6 pm daily until October 31.
• Volo Auto Museum Fall Fest - Trolley Rides with Ghost stories based on ACTUAL FACTS of Volo History and Hauntings, restrooms, gift shop, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), picnic area, school tours
  27582 Volo Village Rd, volo, IL 60073. Phone: 815-385-3644. Email: [email protected]. Open: The Fall Fest is ONE DAY ONLY; October 31st in 2015 from 11 am to 2 pm, but the museum is open 10 am to 5 pm, seven days a week. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover . Volo Auto Museum is an attraction built from an old 1848 dairy farm. The original farm house is a private residence and the barn was converted to an antique mall. The rest of the property was developed into an auto museum. The old barn was featured on Discovery Channel because it is haunted. (ADDED: September 20, 2011, suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on September 20, 2011: "It\'s amazing! Great way to spend the whole day with the entire family!"

LaSalle County

• Country Pond Gardens - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, restrooms, school tours
  2190 N 45th Road, Leland, IL 60531. Phone: 815-495-9200. Email: [email protected]. Open: Friday, from 1 pm to 6 pm; Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm; CSA by appointment. Directions: Go 2 miles south from the intersection of Route 34 and Route 23 north on East 22nd road to the Stop Sign at North 45th road. The farm is directly in front of you, turn right on to North 45th road to enter the farm driveway. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.

Livingston County

• Jones Country Gardens - pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, child-sized haybale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  22055 North 800 East Road, Pontiac, IL 61764. Phone: 815-358-2585. Fax: 815-358-2585. Email: [email protected]. Open: September 19th-October 31st, Daily 10 am to 6 pm. Directions: From North: Route 23 to Cornell; go 1 block past Casey's Convenience store and turn right on 6th street; go 5 miles to stop sign at County Road 800; turn left; go 1/2 mile to greenhouse on right. From South: Take I-55 North to Route 116(Pontiac/Flanagan)Exit; go West to Graymont. Turn right on Country Road 800 in Graymont; go 5 miles to greenhouse on left. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Fall Program starts late September and runs through October 31; Hay rides to the Pumpkin field on weekends and Columbus Day. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. In the Fall we turn our beautiful wooded area into Pumpkinland where storybook scenes are set up. SpongeBob Squarepants and his Pineapple House, Winnie the Pooh and his Tree House, the Care Bears, Strawberry Shortcake and her Strawberry House and Thomas the Train are just SOME of the scenes you'll see in Pumpkinland. Other areas of fun activities in Pumpkinland are: The Straw Tunnel, The Tile Tunnel, Lil' Tractor ride and Treasure Hunt. In 2008, Entry to Pumpkinland (includes hayrides on weekends) is $3.00, age 2 and under are free.

McHenry County

• All Seasons Orchard - pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field where they grow, pumpkin patch- harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn, Fall festival, cow train / barrel train rides, corn maze, kiddie (mini) corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, corn cannon, pig races, goat walk, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill with fresh apple cider made on the premises, U-pick and already picked, farm market, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, restrooms, inflatables/bounce house, jumping pillow, ziplines, pedal kart track, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, group reservations
  14510 Il Route 176, Woodstock, IL 60098. Phone: 815-338-5637. Email: [email protected]. Open: Pumpkins available starting late September. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Pumpkin updates: Click here for updates. Directions: From Chicago. Take I-90 West towards O'Hare/Rockford. Exit on IL-47 toward Woodstock. Take a right onto IL-47N and continue for approximately 9 miles. When you see IL-176E (right turn), keep continuing on IL-47N. The next stoplight is IL-176W, turn left. Continue for approximately 2.5 miles. All Seasons is located on the right. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: February 14, 2017)
• Cody's Farm - pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay rides
  19502 River Road, Marengo, IL 60152. Phone: (815) 568-7976. Alternate phone: (815) 276-3799. Email: [email protected]. There is a Pumpkin Festival, every weekend in October. There is also an Autumn Drive with home grown vegetables/pumpkins, Fall decorations, plenty to eat, barrel rides, corn box, corn maze, pumpkin launcher, Children's tractor track, antique tractors, music and many craftors. In the Spring, they have a Strawberry Festival in the middle of June (exact date TBD); U Pick will be available. Please email us and we will send you the exact date when it is determined. (ADDED: April 29, 2010, JBS)
  A visitor writes on October 02, 2011: "Excellent little farm. Went on Saturday 10/01--not crowded at all! Delicious apple donuts, cider and good looking produce, especially pumpkins. Reasonable prices. They carry a few crafts and goat milk bath products. I will be back for the Autumn Drive!"
• Dave's Pumpkins - Jack 'O Lantern pumpkins, specialty pumpkins, gourds, specialty gourds, winter squash, corn shocks, straw, Indian corn, bittersweet, pie pumpkins, crafts
  9112 Algonquin Road, Huntley, IL 60142. Phone: 847-217-7767. Email: [email protected]. Directions: 2 miles west of Randall Road on Algonquin Road; OR 3 miles east of Route 47 on Algonquin Road; Located on north side of road. Map. Open: daily from mid September through October 31, 8 am to 6 pm. 2013 pumpkin price: $6 any size
• Davidson's Giant Pumpkins - pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, straw or hay bale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, haunted house, restrooms, farm animals
  21605 Streit Road, Harvard, IL 60033. Phone: 815-943-7042. Email: [email protected]. Open: 9 am to 9 pm, 7 days a week. Directions: route 14 west to streit road make left 1mile to route 23 on corner of Streit and Route 23. Click here for a map and directions. Early birds welcome, Nightowls welcome. Payment: Cash, Check.
• Grizzy's Pumpkins - pumpkins
  Rte. 20 and Coral Road, Marengo, IL 60152. Phone: 815-923-4250. Email: [email protected]. Directions: from Chicago take I-90 West to Rte. 20 (Marengo Exit). West 4 miles to Pumpkin Farm or from Rte. 47 in Huntley,take Main Street West to first Stop sign then right to Rte.20 then right on Rte 20 to Pumpkin Farm. Open October 1 - October 31. Pumpkins, squash, Indian corn, gourds.
• Harms Farm Garden Center - Pick your own pumpkins.
  4727 W Crystal Lake Rd, McHenry, IL. Phone: 815-385-5385. Open: October 1 to 31st, for Fall Harvest Festival; seasonal times. 8 am to 8 PM. Call in advance.Pumpkins, fresh fruit, apples, Pumpkins, Squash, Apples, Corn Stalks, Indian Corn, Family Fun, Pumpkin Train Ride, Jumpasaurus, Amazing Maze, Petting Zoo, Fun House, Spook House and More, weekend events, Christmas trees and crafts.
• Koehn's Farm - Pumpkins, Full Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Sweet Corn and other various homegrown veggies
  414 South Crystal Lake Road, McHenry, IL 60050. Phone: 815-344-1810. Directions: West of route 31 & north of wool valley road on Crystal Lake Road. Open: for vegetables mid-July through end October Open for pumpkins end of September through end October Monday to Sun 9-6.
• Prairie Sky Orchard - pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, restrooms, school tours
  4914 North Union, Union, IL 60180. Phone: (815) 923-4834. Open: Every day 10 am to 5 pm, Labor Day weekend to October 31. Pumpkin updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. Free admission. Please no pets in orchards. No picnic facilities. Orchard tours for school, troop, or groups are on Thursday's, please call to reserve your spot. Giant pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns, pie pumpkins, white pumpkins, Cinderella pumpkins, gourds, squash, and mums.
  A visitor writes on October 02, 2009: "Staff was wonderful and I am sure that my family and I will be going back for years to come. Thanks, Rachel"
• Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze - corn maze, pumpkins, gem mining, group wagon rides, pig races, zip lines, farm animals, pony rides, pumpkins (in season) and free campfires, Paintball Shooting Gallery, Private Hayrides, Private Picnic & Campfire Sites
  9407 Richardson Road, Spring Grove, IL 60081. Phone: 815-675-9729. Email: [email protected]. Open: September and October, to November 1st; Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Spring Grove is on Route 12 about 6 miles west of Fox Lake. Spring Grove State Bank is at the corner and also a strip mall with a bar, restaurant, etc. Turn north on Richardson Rd. and go about 2 miles to our farm. Click here for a map and directions. 24 acres, divided into three separate sections of varying challenge. Two bridges connect the mazes, and 20 checkpoints within the three sections will take guests up to three hours to discover A soybean maze will entertain the pre-school
  crowd along with the 4-H Petting Zoo which is open September 18 through October 31; Saturdays (11 am to 4:30pm) and Sundays (12 pm to 4 pm). We now have over 30 activities and we are adding more and more each year! You will find plenty of things to do even if you are 3 years old, teenage, 20-something, 30-something, and older! There are 3 different pedal cart tracks -one for each age group. Two jumping pillows so the big kids and adults don't run into the littler kids. The under 48” tall kids have their own fenced in, secure area with lots of fun things to do. We also offer snacks (hot food starting Labor Day weekend), Clean porta-potties are available when you start or finish your amazing trek.
  A visitor writes on October 18, 2010: "This place was expensive! I have never spent so much money just to get in and the prices on some of the food items were beyond insane. There were a lot of fun things for my 2 and 4 year old to do, but the place was overrun with teenagers who were actually playing in the areas meant for the younger children despite numerous activities that would have been more appropriate. Needless to say, we did not get our money's worth. I would suggest that anyone with young children go here while older children are in school and be prepared to pay more than most other places to get in."
• Royal Oak Farm Orchard - pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill with fresh apple cider made on the premises, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, face painting, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
  15908 Hebron Road, Harvard, IL 60033. Phone: 815-648-4141. Fax: 815-648-4821. Email: [email protected]. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Updates: Click here for updates. Crops are usually available in August, September, October, November. Open: Monday to Saturday: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm U - Pick closes at 5 pm Closed on Sunday. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Raspberries: August 1 to October 15 or first heavy frost Blackberries: September 15 to October 31 or first heavy frost Apples: August 15 to November 15 Pumpkins: September 15 to November 15 or first heavy frost. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. No admission fee Monday to Friday $3.00 Admission fee per car Saturdays, Labor Day and Columbus Day Rides in the Entertainment Area include Royal Oak Express, Royal Oak Carousel and Orchard Tours. Each require a $2.50 token. Free Playground and Petting Zoo. Group Tours and School Tours available by appointment Monday to Friday. (UPDATED: October 10, 2020 JBS)
• Stade's Farm & Market - pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field where they grow, pumpkin patch- harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, cow train / barrel train rides, train rides, goat walk, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, Fall festival, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, inflatables/bounce house, jumping pillow, ziplines, train rides (train on a track), pedal kart track, petting zoo, school tours, group reservations, events at your location (call for info)
  3709 Miller Road, McHenry, IL 60081. Phone: (815) 675-6396. Alternate Phone: (815) 979-9212. Email: [email protected]. Open: pumpkin Picking is available the third open weekend of our Fall Festival through the last weekend of October, hours are 10 am to 5:30 pm for hayrides to the pumpkin patch. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. Stade's Farm host several special events a year. Please refer to our website for all information about our Classic Car Show, Truck and Tractor Show, and Arts & Crafts on the Farm. (UPDATED: September 08, 2020)
• Sun Berry Orchard - Uses natural growing practices, pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field where they grow, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Fresh eggs
  3712 Greenwood Rd, Woodstock, IL 60098. Phone: (847) 404-7555. Email: [email protected]. Open: Typical season is from early May through November; in season, Everyday from 8 am to 6 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check, Venmo, PayPal, ApplePay, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: June 17, 2021)
• Tom's Farm Market and Greenhouses, Inc. - corn maze, pumpkins, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, , farm market
  10214 Algonquin Road, Huntley, IL 60142. Phone: (847) 669-3421. Email: [email protected]. Open: 9 am to 7 pm, Monday to Friday, Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm, Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm; Pick-Your-Own pumpkins on weekends only. Directions: North on Randall Road to Algonquin Road, turn left (west) 3-one half miles. Located on north side of road OR north on Route 47 to Algonquin Road, turn right (east), go 1-one half miles. Located on north side of road. We have U-pick strawberries in June, and Our market is always filled with a delicious aroma that can be smelled right after walking through the door. Our famous pies, cookies, scones and home- made breads are tasty and baked fresh every day. As the season changes, so do our bakery items. For our Fall Fest in September and October, we he have our famous apple cake that is applelicious! November we begin taking orders for our Thanksgiving pies. Call our bakery, to place an order. We are open during the Holiday Season so you can purchase pies and our specialty breads (eggnog teacake, cranberry walnut or our miniature fruit cake). In the Fall, we have a 5 Acre Corn Maze, Straw Mounds, Petting Zoo, Bunny Village, Goat Walk, Wooden Train/School Bus/Tractor, Spider Web. Also,* Additional tickets required for Pumpkin Barrel Ride * ($2.00), Face Painting * ($3.00), Giant Pumpkin Jumper * ($2.00), Giant Inflatable Train * ($1.00), Pony Rides * ($4.00)(not available 9/29 and 9/30), Tom's Chucker * ($3.00).
• Von Bergen's Country Market - All homegrown on our farm, hand picked in-season vegetables including, sweet corn, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, cucumbers, green/red/yellow peppers, specialty peppers, beets, zucchini and other summer squash and more. We also grow our own muskmelons, honeydew melons, watermelons, and carry fresh fruit from Michigan and Wisconsin.
  9805 Route 173, Hebron, IL 60034. Phone: 815-648-2332. Email: [email protected]. Directions: Located on IL Route 173 6 miles West of Route 12 in Richmond or 2 miles East of Hebron. Open: We are open 8:30 am to 6 pm everyday between mid-July thru October 31. Some produce available after hours.

Will County

• Bengtston Pumpkin Farm - U-pick pumpkin farm, hayrides, pony rides, corn maze, hay rides, pig races, and more
  13341 West 151 St, Lockport, IL. Phone: 708-301-3276. Open: October 10 am to 8 PM. Admission charged. Tractor pulled Hayrack ride, pumpkins (of course!), a completely animated Haunted Barn, a giggling animated Fun Barn, the "famous" action-packed Pig Races (running 10x a day on the 1/2 hour),an adorable Petting & Feeding Zoo, The Giant Crazy Corn Maizey & Pony Rides. Enjoy a variety of entertaining animation throughout the barnyard and farm. Sing along with the animated singing chickens at "The Grand Ole' Poultry", The Pumpkin Launcher, the Flying Frogs ride, a Train Ride, "The See-Through Skeleton Band" playing daily, Farm Animals, Straw Tunnel, the Honey Pots T-Cup ride, Pony Rides, the Frog Hopper Ride, "Moulin Rouge Chickens on a Hot Tin Roof. Be sure to see the all new animated "Prairie Dogs" performing live at the Pig Races 10x daily! Also farm animals, custom shop and concession stand. (Occasionally misspelled "Bengston" or "Bengston's")
  A visitor writes on October 25, 2009: "I will agree this place is OVERLY commercialized..I have been here once before, and while it is "nice", it is ridiculously overpriced..I mean to pay $30.00 (could be a little more) just for myself, husband and daughter to walk THRU THE DOOR, not including the prices of pumpkins or other things..it's ridiculous..There are plenty of pumpkin patches in the chicagoland area with nearly the same amentities that don't charge an entrance fee anywhere near to that magnitude, or don't charge an entrance fee at all..Bengtston's Pumpkin Patch is WAY overpriced..save your money for the actual pumpkins or other things you want to buy and not ridiculous profits into their own pockets."
  A visitor writes on October 06, 2009: "I live behind this farm - it has changed alot in the last 10 years - it is now very commercial and expensive. They haven't had a u-pick section in years, they no longer grow their own pumpkins at all, they are shipped in. The "hay-rides" don't have any hay-its just a tractor pulled people-mover.
  A visitor writes on February 17, 2009: "I absolutely love this place... They have tons of stuff here like a hayride that takes you out to the pumpkin patch, a haunted barn, a fun barn, a halloween shop, pig races, a corn maze, many animated displays, rides, food, a pumpkin launcher, pony rides, a petting zoo, fake cows you can milk, and more. It is definitely the most popular pumpkin farm in the Cook County area and was even voted the best pumpkin farm in the chicagoland area. I have been going here with my family for close to 20 years now and it is honestly one of my favorite places in the world. There is a wide variety of activities and it is just a wonderful atmosphere(although it does get very crowded at times). I love watching the animated scenes and the pig races are also entertaining. The haunted barn has some really cool scenes as well. The fun barn is great for younger kids."
  A visitor writes on July 17, 2008: "Bengston's is very commercial. While there may be some u-pick pumpkins mainly there are just big piles of pumpkins that we doubted were grown there. If you are looking for an old fashioned lazy farm atmosphere this is not it. It is just an expensive mechanical mayhem. My family and I were very disappointed with our visit to pick apples. We were each charged a "field fee" of $3 a person PLUS the cost of our apples. We had to pay $12 before we even picked an apple! My husband was so outraged he wanted to leave but we had already promised our 3 and 5 year old children we were picking apples. The only varieties they had were standard "store type" kinds like Braeburn and Delicious. The trip ended up costing us close to $40 for 2 bags of apples. Never go again!"
• Bronkberry Farms - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, porta-potties, picnic area (bring your own food), farm animals
  18061 S. Bronk Road, Plainfield, IL 60586. Phone: 815-436-6967. Open: mid April thru November 1st; Tuesday thru Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard.
• Butterprint Farm Pumpkin Patch - pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, tractor-pulled hay rides, porta-potties, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties
  243 S./ Th Avenue, Monee, IL 60449. Phone: 708-534-8801. Open: Monday to Friday to registered groups only from am till 6 pm, September 24 to October 31; We will be closed to the general public. Directions: The Butterprint Farm is easy to get to. From the north, take I57 south to the Monee-Manhattan exit. Take Monee-Manhattan road west for 3 miles then north on 80th Avenue for just under a mile and you are here!Easy to follow directions are found on our website at Butterprintfarm.com as well. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Groups are encouraged to come to the Historic Butterprint Farm this Fall for pumpkin picking. Our fun filled educational tours can not be found elsewhere! Crow Family puppet shows,farm demonstrations, petting zoo,early Stassen Farmstead, hike the Butterprint Prairie,get up close and personal with wild animals in the learning center.Take a 3/4 mile scenic Hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick your pumpkin from the vine Lunch facilities are available inside and out! So register your group today!.
  See comments about this farm here!
• Garden Patch Farms & Orchard - Apples, pumpkins, straw maze, hayrack rides
  14154 W. 159th Street , Homer Glen, IL 60491. Phone: 708-301-7720. Email us at: [email protected]. Directions: garden patch is located on 159th Street (Route 7) 1 mile east of Cedar Road and 1 mile west of Parker Road in Homer Glen, Illinois. Click here for a map to our farm. We are open May, June, July, August, September, October. Our hours are: Monday thru Sunday, 8 am to 6 pm specific harvesting dates are provided at our web-site events calendar. Fall activities include pumpkins, jump castle and straw maze, hayrack rides. Many other fruits and vegetables, unusual included, available at fruit stand.
• Heap's Giant Pumpkins - Corn maze, pumpkin patch, hay rides, , snacks and refreshment stand, picnic area
  4853 US Highway 52, Minooka, IL 60447. Phone: (815) 475-7373. Email: [email protected]. Open: 7 days a week through October 31st; Pumpkin Farm Hours: 7 days a week 9 AM to 7 PM; Corn Maze Hours: 7 days a week 9 AM to 5 PM; Hay Ride Hours: Weekends only 10 AM to 5 PM (Starting September 25th). See this page for most current information. Directions: Our farm is located seven miles west of I-55 on US-52 Exit (253). From Route 80 get off at the Minooka Exit (122) and take Ridge Road North 3.5 miles. Next, turn left on US-52 and go four miles. We have over 25 acres of pumpkins! Pre-picked pumpkins are available on site or you can take U-Pick Hay Ride to the pumpkin patch to find that perfect pumpkin. Payment: Cash, Check . (ADDED: September 26, 2010, suggested by a visitor)
• Johansen Farms Children's Zoo and Pumpkin Patch - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, Fall festival, train rides, corn maze, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, Bounce house, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, Inflatables/bounce house, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  710 W Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440. Phone: 630-759-8711. Alternate Phone: 630-739-7587. Fax: 630-739-7657. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Sunday 9 am to 7 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. . Chicagoland's pumpkin farm and children's zoo for kids and families has fun rides and events that make great memories: a bakery with great pies, a petting zoo with friendly animals, rides and mazes for all ages and lots of treats and gifts for everyone. You pay one price for all activities—do them once or a hundred times! Walk through our giant patch of over 25,000 pumpkins on your way to the children's zoo, where over 500 animals await you inside. Watch your child's face light up at the experience of holding a baby chick, playing with a goat, riding a pony, or jumping on a hayride. Hop aboard a train ride or try to find your way through our amazing corn maze! Weather Permitting. We now also have Miniature Golf Also have special Girl Scout and Boy Scout Nights at the farm. (UPDATED: October 04, 2016) (ADDED: September 03, 2009, suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on October 20, 2012: "I decided to try Johansen Pumpkin Patch today after researching on your and there personal website. My son and I had a GREAT time and what I have found to be most 'bang for your buck'. Although we missed going to the field to pick our own pumpkin we enjoyed finding one from the large variety offered. After that we moved on to the petting zoo area which is $10.50 unlimited except pony rides. The petting zoo was fantastic. My son and I enjoyed most holding the baby chicks. There are so adorable and so many different ones. One side had the really small babies and other side were probably just few weeks older. We each held at least ten. Then we moved on the petting and feeding the friendly goats, sheeps, and lamps. Mama pig and piglets, donkey, birds, chickens, and turkeys were fun to look at-sorry no petting these animals. Overrall the animals and property looked well cared for. There were quite a few rides to choose from for all ages which is unlimited as well. We did the hayride-short circle around ride around the corn field. My son enjoyed bouncy house and inflatable side with the other kids. I like they had 3 slides so no long waits. Unfortunately, we ran out of the time to do the train ride-it was getting cold. Also, we tried few treats such as Apple Cider doughnuts which they kept bringing out fresh. I'm not usually a big fan but these were good. It was nice to samples some of the items they sell like apple and pumpkin pie, pumpkin and banana bread, several different spreads which were all tasty. I was a bit disappointed they different offer a better food selection for the season like kettle or roasted corn. Only hotdogs, nachos, regular popcorn, soda. I highly recommend this pumpkin farm so much to do for the money as they can be quite costly. Great for all ages. Already planning on going again next year:) "
• Konow's Corn Maze - corn maze, pumpkins, hayrides, petting zoo
  16849 S. Cedar Rd., Homer Glen, IL. Phone: 708-301-8845. Email: [email protected]. Open: September 27- October 30- Everyday from 11 am to 7 pm. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult in the Corn Maze. Call for group/school rates. All farm fun-no ghouls, ghosts or goblins. Ask about our evening campfires! Visit our shopping area! Pumpkins, straw bales, corn stalks, and fall decorations-we have plenty to chose from! Free with admission: Straw Bale Playground-Petting Zoo-Hayrides-Cornfield Bouncer-Huge Corn Pit-Tryke Track-Large Maze-Small Maze for the Kids-Cow Train Express-Jumping Pillow Coupon for $1.00 off each admission up to 6 people (not valid on group/school rates)-Save up to $6.00.
  A visitor writes on October 15, 2009: "Had a blast, has everything, been to all the other farms for years, glad I made it to the best this year! We loved the Giant outdoor Jumping Pillow, Corn Bin Bury yourself, and Simple Hay Bales. Not to mention the Corn Maze, Hay Rides, Cow Trains, Big Trikes, petting zoo, water pump duck races. Great Admission price and price for Hot Dogs, Pizza, and drinks. You and your kids will love it. 5 STARS! I-55 South to I-355 South to US7 (157) East about 1 mile turn right at radio/cell tower, about 1 mile on left. about 30 minutes from western Cook. Click here for a Google map and directions"
  A visitor writes on October 06, 2009: "Konow's Corn Maze is a fun, more traditional family place and more low key (compared to Bengtston's), with actual hay on their rides and the corn maze can't be topped. They had a corn pit near the concession stand for the kids to play in, not sure if it's still there but the kids love it
  A visitor writes on October 12, 2008: "10 Acres of Maze Fun. We are going today-came highly recommended."
• McCarthy Farmstands - pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, we also have pie pumpkins, porta-potties
  9700 W 167th Street, Orland Park, IL 60467. Phone: 708-349-2158. Alternate Phone: 630-306-5337. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Sunday 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: April 15, 2016)
• Settler's Pond -Click here to see their listing under Cook County (They are on the Cook/Will county line)
• Siegel's Cottonwood Farm - pumpkins, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, Fall festival, train rides, Zombie paintball, corn maze, kiddie (mini) corn maze, child-sized haybale maze, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, haunted house, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, inflatables/bounce house, jumping pillow, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, group reservations
  1741 S. Weber Rd, Lockport, IL 60441. Phone: 815-741-2693. Fax: 815-729-2693. Email: [email protected]. Open: Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm September 26 to November 1. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Less than an hour anywhere in Chicagoland. Free parking. Located 5 miles south of I-55 on Weber Road (Exit 263) in Crest Hill. Located 5 miles north of Route 80 on Larkin Avenue, Exit 130, go 5 miles north. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page. Largest selection of pesticide free herb and vegetable plants in Will County. Look for Pixie Fairies and Pirates on the farm mid-May, Woofapalooza Benefit mid June, Pumpkin Fest runs September 26 to November 1 and Statesville Haunted Prison runs October 1 to November 1. (UPDATED: June 05, 2015)
  A visitor writes on August 11, 2014: "Siegel's Cottonwood farm has become a family tradition. We love to go to the farm, see the animals, have a smoked turkey leg, root beer and fresh apple pie. We have been going for 15 years now. Location is great. Parking is free and lots of parking. The staff is so friendly and helpful. We enjoy their produce and the gift store treasures. Our only complaint...it is not open 12 months of the year...but everyone needs downtime. "
  A visitor writes on August 21, 2012: "This place us Awesome! I brought my Grand kids here last year and they had a blast all day. I love how they have an actually pumpkin field were the kids can learn where pumpkins are actually grown and pick them themselves. They also have so many attractions included in the admission which is great. I hate going somewhere having to pay admission but then have to pay for just about everything else that there. This is our new place to go every year in the fall. "
  A visitor writes on September 26, 2010: "I visited Siegel's Cottonwood Farm for the first and only time in Fall 2009. I called first to ask about the corn maze. According to the website and a person on the phone they were open until 6:00. We got there at about 4:00 figuring that 2 hours should be plenty of time. After only 30 minutes in the maze an employ came in and asked us to leave as the maze closes an hour before the rest of the farm. The website should have said that...the woman on the phone could have told us...the woman who sold us the tickets should have told us...and the employee who let us into the maze definitely should have told us! One trip to the manager later, we were allowed back into the maze for another 20 minutes. We will go to a different maze from now on."
• Settler's Pond Pumpkin Patch - pumpkin patch- harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn, straw or hay bale maze, cow train / barrel train rides, Zombie paintball, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, Fall festival, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, carnival rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, group reservations
  1301 Offner Road, Beecher, IL 60401. Phone: (708) 990-2780. Email: [email protected]. Open: October 1st through the 31st from 11 am until 5 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Carnival rides every Saturday and Sunday except the 31st October 10 and 17th Infield paintball. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. 2020 Admission is $7 for children. $5 for adults. We have carnival rides on the weekends and outdoor paintball on weekends (UPDATED: September 22, 2020)
• Tom and Zach's Pumpkin Patch - pumpkins,
  15725 W Bruce Road, Lockport, IL 60441. Phone: 815-838-6816. Email: [email protected]. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Crops are usually available in August, October. Open: Everyday, 8 am to 6 pm. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, only.

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Events and festivals:

• 11th Annual Long Grove Apple Fest - hosts a bevy of apple-inspired treats.
  Long Grove, IL. Phone: 847-634-0888. Event dates: October 3-5.
• Fall Fest on the Rock - musical entertainment, antiques and collectibles, and a horseshoe tournament.
  Utica, IL. Phone: 815-626-0025. Event dates: September 27 and 28, between Rock Falls and Sterling in Utica.
• Apple and Pork Festival - Museum tours, apple and pork delicacies, antiques and live entertainment.
  Clinton, IL. Phone: 217-935-3364. Event dates: September 27 and 28, in Clinton, DeWitt County.
• Anna's Apple Festival - old-fashioned rope swing, a 40-foot slide and apple butter-making demonstrations.
  Anna, IL. Phone: 618-833-5533. Event dates: September 27 and 28.