Chicago Best Pumpkin Patches and Festive Instagram Spots
Fall is here and so is the pumpkin season! Although coronavirus has caused cancellation of many events and social experiences this year, it will not take away the festive flavor of the season - whether it is in your latte, donut, or the cutest social media posts and while some of our favorite popup fall/halloween events might not take place in Chicago this year, many pumpkin patches will remain open with the limited capacity and new safety regulations.
Here is where you can pickup a pumpkin for a festive home decoration or pumpkin carving, purchase fresh produce, apples, sunflowers, and, of course, take the cutest festive outdoor pictures or maybe even host a professional photoshoot.
COUNTY LANE ORCHARD
Location: Hobart, Indiana (200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342)
Season: August 28th - October 31st, (Open daily, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm)
! Must tries: apple cinnamon & pumpkin donuts
Things to note: masks are mandatory
Fun Family Activities: U-pick apples, u-pick pumpkins, u-pick sunflowers, free live outdoor concerts (barnyard jams), corn maze ($7.00), kids farm, moo chooo rides for kids ($2.00/ride, $10.00 pass), delicious bakery on site
In their own words:
“Our patch is perfect for those on the hunt for a unique pumpkin! Our famous pumpkin house sits in the middle for the best photo op. If you are not interested in searching, County Line Orchard also has great pumpkins to choose from at the Big Barn.”
DIDIER FARMS
Location: Lincolnshire, Illinois ( 16678 Aptakisic Rd, Lincolnshire, IL 60069)
Season: September 19th - October 31st, (Open daily, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Things to note: masks are mandatory, no pets allowed, online ordering available, see safety measures here
Fun Family Activities: u-pick pumpkins, the tractor drawn hayride corn maze, animal zoo, children kiddie rides, pig races, farm stand and fresh baked goods, and many more
! Must tries: fresh apple cider & pumpkin donuts, freshly baked pies
In their own words:
“During our Pumpkinfest, the last week of September and all of October, we offer hayrides, pony rides, camel rides, kiddie rides, craft area, and have an animal land to explore, in beautiful Lake County, Illinois.”
SONNY ACRES FARMS
Location: West Chicago, Illinois (29W310 North Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185
Season: September 19th - October 31st, (Open T-F, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sa-Su 9:00 am - 4:00 pm)
Things to note: restaurant on site, masks are mandatory
Fun Family Activities: u-pick pumpkins, halloween costume shop, animal zoo, Kiddie Koral, Spook Shed, Train and Hayride attractions, jumping pillows, farm stand and fresh baked goods, and many more. Se the full list of the fall festivities here.
! Must tries: bbq sauces and seasonings, choose from hundreds of various kinds and sorts of pumpkins
In their own words:
“During the months of September and October the celebration of harvest time spreads across the farm. Decorated with mountainous piles of pumpkins and a variety of specialty squash and gourds, Sonny Acres offers a fall display not often seen at any ordinary pumpkin patch. Visitors who explore the grounds will discover a Farm Fresh Market, Spook Shed, Halloween Costume & Gift Shop, carnival rides, food and all sorts of fall displays and attractions.”
GOEBBERT’S PUMPKIN PATCH AND APPLE ORCHARD
Location: Hampshire, IL ( 42W813 Reinking Rd, Pingree Grove, IL 60140)
Season: September 19th - October 31st, (Open daily, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Things to note: No pets or outside food may be brought in, don’t forget your mask, consider buying tickets in advance (GA: $12.99-$16.99), online ordering available
Fun Family Activities: u-pick pumpkins, u-pick apples, Entrance to Animal Land, Pedal Karts, Tire Mountain, Corn Stalk Maze, Wagon Ride to the Field /Orchard, Haunted House, Munchkin Maze, Straw Bale Maze, Western Town, Pumpkin Eating Dinosaur, Goebbert’s Pumpkin Express Train Ride, Pumpkin Slide, Jumping Pillow, Chicken Show, Pig Races, and Corn Box (Pony and Camel rides are available for an additional cost of $6 each, and our Pop-A-Shot Attraction for big kids is an additional $3).
In their own words:
“Our Fall Festival is what we are known for! We offer a full day of family-friendly activities that are sure to delight kids and grown-ups of all ages. The General Admission fee includes almost all of the activities on the Farm. Parking is free, and we are open rain or shine. In inclement weather, some activities do need to be shut down. We accept cash and credit cards throughout the farm. A very small number of food stands are cash only.”
Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest
Location: Homer Glen, Illinois (13341 W 151st St Homer Glen, Illinois 60491)
Season: September 18th - October 31st, (most days 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, see an accurate schedule here)
Things to note: “Due to the rapidly changing rules, regulations, and public opinion regarding the Covid-19 virus we will not be posting any specific rules or policy alterations until September 15th on our FACEBOOK page as well as here on our website”
Fun Family Activities: u-pick pumpkins, pony rides, petting zoo, haunted barn, pig races, the milking cows, tractor town, party barn, happy swing, train rides and many more. Se the full list of the fall festivities here.
In their own words:
“So, you have decided that you want to find a pumpkin patch in Illinois. If that’s the case, then you’re in the right spot, friend! Bring your kids, bring your significant other, bring yourself, but come on down to Bengtson’s Pumpkin Fest! Bengtson’s is a pumpkin farm near Chicago (we’re located in Homer Glen which is a stone’s throw from Chicago) and we’ve been around for nearly four decades. Since we first opened our doors we’ve shared the joys of autumn and we’ve become everyone’s favorite fall tradition.”
PATCH 22
Location: Wadsworth, IL(15900 W Kelly Rd, Wadsworth, IL 60083)
Season: October 1st- October 31st
Things to note: check the fall schedule here
Fun Family Activities: pony rides, petting farm, horse drawn, tractor drawn, hayrides, spooky hayloft and many more. Se the full list of the fall festivities here.
In their own words:
A real, working, family-run farm where you can enjoy real, natural, family fun. For your entertainment, we offer pony rides, hay rides, a petting farm, and a nice country location for your party or special event. During the fall, we have thousands of farm-grown pumpkins with lots of variety and exotics! We also carry corn stalks, straw bales, hay bales, gourds, ornamental corn, and taffy apples. Refreshments are available while you browse and enjoy the surroundings.