Pumpkin season in San Diego is less about the pumpkin and more about the whole experience around it.
It means corn mazes where your toddler gets genuinely lost for three minutes and you panic. It means hayrides that smell like childhood nostalgia mixed with actual hay. It means photo ops so ridiculously perfect that you will post them in December just because. And it means overpriced kettle corn that your kids inhale before you even get back to the car.
But not all San Diego pumpkin patches are created equal. Some are glorified parking lot pop-ups with wilted vines and zero activities. Others are full-blown farm experiences with animals, bounce houses, and enough fall vibes to justify the drive and the ticket price. That’s why we put together this guide to the best pumpkin patches in San Diego, so you can pick the one that fits your family, your schedule, and your tolerance for dirt under tiny fingernails.
Let’s give a big round of applause to Oma’s Family Farm, our amazing presenting sponsor this year!
Oma’s Pumpkin Patch features a charming array of attractions, including a whimsical hay maze, a petting zoo for all ages, and a hayride that offers scenic views of the farm’s picturesque landscape. Children delight in interactive games and activities, while adults can sample delicious pumpkin-themed treats and fall-flavored products.
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As the fall season approaches, the farm transforms into a vibrant fall scene. Oma’s Pumpkin Patch features a charming array of attractions, including a whimsical haymaze, a petting zoo for all ages, and a hayride that offers scenic views of the farm’s picturesque landscape. Children delight in interactive games and activites, while adults can sample delicious pumpkin-themed treats and fall flavored products. For the Van Ommering family, this new chapter in the farm’s history is more than just a seasonal attraction; it’s a way to share their farm with their San Diego neighbors and create lasting memories for families. The pumpkin patch has become a cherished tradition, blending the farm’s dairy roots with the fun and warmth of the fall season, making it a must-visit destination for anyon...
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🍂 Fall on the Farm at Jamul Trails Ranch 🎃 This season, the ranch transforms into a cozy fall wonderland — complete with festive décor, rustic touches, and all the autumn vibes you love. Families are invited to enjoy an interactive, hands-on farm experience where you’ll meet and feed our friendly animals while soaking in the magic of the season. 🐓 Hold, pet, and feed our silky chickens and baby chicks 🐐 Play with pygmy goats 🐢 Say hello to their giant tortoise and cuddle gentle bunnies 🦆 Visit Sam the goose and our flock of ducks 🐴 Brush Noel the mini donkey and feed carrots to the h...
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As the fall season approaches, the farm transforms into a vibrant fall scene. Oma’s Pumpkin Patch features a charming array of attractions, including a whimsical haymaze, a petting zoo for all ages, and a hayride that offers scenic views of the farm’s picturesque landscape. Children delight in interactive games and activites, while adults can sample delicious pumpkin-themed treats and fall flavored products. For the Van Ommering family, this new chapter in the farm’s history is more than just a seasonal attraction; it’s a way to share their farm with their San Diego neighbors and create las...
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Farm admission includes free play in our huge hay maze scavenger hunt, family activity area, farm animal area access, and tractor rides around the farm! U-Cut Pumpkins $1 per pound U-cut sunflowers $2 per stem Cornhole board games for the family Fresh Julian Apple Cider Slushies and Julian apple pies to buy Fall scented Candles, Cinnamon Brooms to smell Farm ADMISSION $6 PER PERSON | KIDS 2 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER FREE SEPTEMBER 26TH - OCTOBER 31st Open everyday 10AM-8PM.
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Welcome to the most magical fall destination in San Diego! At Pumpkin Patch Maze, we've created an enchanting autumn playground where families come together to make unforgettable memories. From our signature hay bale maze to exciting games and seasonal treats, every corner of our patch is designed with your family's joy in mind. Step into a world of autumn adventure where laughter echoes through our hay bale corridors and smiles are guaranteed at every turn. Our carefully crafted activities blend classic fall fun with creative twists that'll have your kids talking about their visit for w...
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Free admission for all ages! This locally owned and operated pumpkin patch is located at the putting green just inside the North entrance of Liberty Station. Come chose from over 10,000 pumpkins, take festive family photos, play lawn games, and enjoy handmade pizzas plus beer, wine & cocktails on tap each Friday - Sunday.
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Fall in Julian Brings many activities for families. The Autumn Jubilee at Fort Cross. Located at 4425 Highway 78. Every Weekend September & octoberSaturdays 10 am - 5 pmSundays 11 am - 5 pm Fortcross.com Harvest Fest at Julian Farm and Orchard Located at 4381 Julian Hwy Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm JulianFarmandOrchard.com Year Round Fun with Gold Panning and Mine Tours JulianMiningCompany.com TheEagleMining.com Fall Themed Teas Autumn Harvest Teas JulianTea.com
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Join us for our biggest year yet. We're sprucing up the patch and getting ready to celebrate our 5th anniversary! A big thank you to our amazing community for making these years so special. We can't wait to see you for another season of fall fun. Jack-o-Lantern’s Exotics Tinys Carving Kits & Patterns Local Handmade Goods Food Vendors Complimentary wagons on-site Complimentary Admission Beer & Wine Seasonal Beverages Live Entertainment Great Company Wednesday through Friday 4pm - 8pm Saturday 10am - 8pm Sunday 12...
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We are a locally family owned business and we host the best Family Pumpkin Patch this side of the equator. Since 2016 we have worked our pumpkins off to bring you the most fun in our favorite season of the year. Our goal is to help you create fun and lasting family memories. Our middle name is 'FUN' and we can't wait to hear all your stories from our Pumpkin Patch and Christmas tree Lot. Check out our services tap to learn more about our Pumpkin Patch. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with questions, comments or suggestions. Funzone We are famous for our 50' slide, 'The Hippo'. ...
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Join the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association in our annual Pumpkin Express Halloween Celebration! Come ride our decorated vintage railcars through the San Diego County back country as fall descends upon Campo, CA. The Pumpkin Express winds down the hill through some of the most scenic parts of the historic San Diego and Arizona Railway. After the train returns to the museum grounds, passengers head to the Display Building where children and their parents enjoy decorating pumpkins from our outdoor pumpkin patch and viewing our collection of Halloween scenes and haunted train cars...
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Mr. Jack O' Lanterns Pumpkin Patch is a family-owned business, established in 2010. We have several locations throughout Los Angeles, San Diego and West Palm Beach (Santa Monica, Torrance, La Jolla, West Palm Beach). Our mission is to provide quality products and services that will exceed your expectations of what a pumpkin patch should be. Come to Mr. Jack O' Lanterns Pumpkin Patch for all your fall fun! Looking to keep up with the family traditions, plan a birthday party, have private party or a book a field trip? Look no further than Mr. Jack O' Lanterns Pumpkin Patch! We offer games, ac...
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Bring your family and friends! Our pumpkin patch is a great experience for all. Snacks and refreshments available on the weekends.Come enjoy: Assortment of pumpkins, gourds, and Indian corn Corn Maze open all day, 7 days a week Corn Cannon open all day, 7 days a week! Petting Zoo open all day 7 days a week! Pony Rides – All Day on the Weekends, Tuesday through Friday 3pm-6pm. No Pony Rides on Monday. Hayrides only on the weekends. Open September 21, 2024 – October 31, 2024 28 years of pumpkins, family and friends. 7 Days a week – 9am to 6pm Open to the Public – Free Ad...
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Let the adventure begin at one of our Pumpkin Station locations. Pumpkins, kiddie rides, giant slides, inflatable play centers, petting zoos, game zones, school tours and party packages. Pumpkin Patch & ATTRACTIONS 2 Giant Slides* Mini Slide Swing Ride Train Jumpee Ferris Wheel El Paso Train Ride Boat Ride Petting Zoo Pumpkin Patch OPEN DAILY Sept 27th through Oct 31st. Monday – Thursday 11am – 9pm | Friday – Sunday 9am – 9pm FAQs All locations have FREE Parking & Admission Pumpkins are individually priced based ...
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The Pumpkin Patch is officially open on October 1st! We are excited to offer a fun and friendly environment for the whole family. With pumpkins of all shapes, sizes, and colors, you’ll have no trouble finding the perfect one for carving, decorating, or baking. Enjoy the autumn vibes as you explore our patch, snap some photos, and pick out a pumpkin to bring home. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with loved ones. Be sure to also check out our Fall Festival, a celebration of all things
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MONDAY - THURSDAY HOURS & ENTRANCE Mon - Thurs : 10am-8pm. Our Petting Farm opens at 10am, all other attractions open at 4pm. Click here for attraction hours and details. Entrance to the farm is $2 per person. Under 2 years old is free with a paid adult. Children 2 years and older must pay entry. Planning to visit multiple times this season? Our new PUMPKIN PASS is fun for the whole family. Pumpkin Pass is valid Monday - Thursday only Free entry to the farm for a family of 5 all season. *must be from the same household Petting Farm entry all season Must purchase ...
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Jack O' Pass: Includes 20 game tickets, unlimited bounce houses, and a mini pumpkin + painting. Pumpkin Decorating (price varies) Pumpkin Carving (price varies) Photo Stations (free) Tumbling Tombstones (free) Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe (free) Animal viewing (5 tix) Animal feed (3 tix) Pumpkin Bowling (3 tix) Candy Corn Hole (3 tix) “Boo-Loon" Pop (3 tix) "Boosketball" (3 tix) Mini putt putt (3 tix) Bounce House’s (3 tix) Obstacle course Bounce (5 tix) Haunted house (3 tix)
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A favorite time for Summers Past Farms. Wander in the pumpkin patch and pick your favorite pumpkin! Featuring our selection of field grown pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Fill your wheelbarrow with your favorite pumpkins. Fun filled days for everyone. We have a small corn maze for kids to run through. And a fun hay fort for kids to play with. Bring your cameras, family and friends. Snap a picture of the kids having fun in the grassy area. Something for all to enjoy! Grateful Gifts Say Thank You or I Love You to a special friend with one of our many seasonal gifts and treats. Be Thankfu...
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Pumpkin Stations Let the adventure begin at one of our Pumpkin Station locations. Pumpkins, kiddie rides, giant slides, inflatable play centers, petting zoos, game zones, school tours and party packages. Plaza Bonita, National City Pumpkin Station Mission Valley Pumpkin Station Del Mar Pumpkin Station The Farms Enjoy the time-honored tradition of a real pumpkin farm. Stroll our living pumpkin patch, explore a living corn maze and then take a hay ride through our Christmas Tree farm. Rancho Bernardo Pumpkin Farm Bonita Pumpkin Farm FAQs All ...
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What is the Halloween season if you didn’t get a great photo (or several) with some pumpkins? We know that photos in a pumpkin patch are a hallmark of the Halloween season, for families, couples, and friends, so we’ve come prepared with giant pumpkins, perfect for the social media photo. Visit us on the weekends and where games and food will make it a memory to last a lifetime. We love when your family visits our family farm – it’s like our family is continuously growing larger, and we couldn’t be happier about it! General Admission Re-opening September 19 9am-6pm daily Starting Friday ...
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Visit Julian Farm and Orchard in September and October for Harvest Fest. Our famous pumpkin patch will be in full swing. Farm activities, seasonal merchandise, and food and beverage vendors will be onsite during operating hours. Bring the whole family to Julian Farm and Orchard's Harvest Fest! Our family-friendly farm offers a variety of fun activities for all ages, including our petting zoo, tractor-pulled hayrides, haybale maze, cider-press demonstrations, a rock-climbing wall, axe throwing, and yard games (activities are seasonal and may not all be available upon your visit, check our ...
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Celebrate the magic of pumpkin season with us at our century-old farm in beautiful Valley Center, CA in North County San Diego! Fall Festival Fridays, October 10th, 17th and 24th: 3:30pm - 6:30pm (We're open still from 9:00am with all the weekday pumpkin patch activities.)\ A great opportunity to avoid weekend crowds! Bring the kids after school to enjoy live music, great eats and our fun Pumpkin Patch activities, includes face painting and Kids 'N Paint. Parking is free. Start your own Fall family tradition at Bates Nut Farm — explore the patch, enjoy a day in the country and create unfo...
North County San Diego Pumpkin Patches
North County offers some of the most authentic farm experiences in San Diego. These patches lean into wide open spaces, traditional farm settings, and activities that keep kids entertained for hours. Expect longer drives but bigger payoffs in terms of variety and atmosphere.
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Enter if you Dare… The Haunted Forest! Halloween Walk at Banner Ranch Julian! Spooktacular Fun for All Ages! Get into the Halloween Spooky Spirit at Ghost Town Banner City’s The Haunted Forest in beautiful Julian! The Haunted Forest is an approx. 1/2 mile Halloween Walk, located at historic Banner Ranch (Banner Store), about 7 miles from Main St. Julian. Our old orchard area is decorated with graveyards, ghosts, and ghouls galore! Costumes encouraged! Wear comfortable walking shoes, The Haunted Forest is in a natural environment, open-toe shoes are not recommended. All Ages welco...
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Join the Monster Party! Halloween Fun for All Ages! Get ready for our favorite Halloween party of the year as Monsters take over LEGOLAND! This family-friendly event has not-too-scary fun for all ages, including: Live Shows + LEGO® Monster Meet & Greets Limited-Time Themed Attractions including Disco Dragon Coaster + Ghost Cruise Costume Contests for kids and groups Limited-Time Food and Drinks Halloween LEGO decor + photo ops And of course, Trick-or-Treating at candy stations across the Park! Event Dates: September 20 + 27, Saturdays & Sundays in October, November ...
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The glittering, glimmering, and glowing annual Halloween extravaganza is back! Enjoy family fun after dark at this light-up-the-night spectacular every weekend in October. This year’s celebration is full of amazing entertainment, interactive festivities, and lots of spooky surprises! Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October Activities start at 5 p.m.
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The ocean comes alive after dark as Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego casts a spell of science and seasonal fun with Halloween Aglow! This year’s event takes place on October 24 and 25 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for two nights of Halloween festivities with an educational twist. New this year — trick-or-treat in Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery as it transforms from day-to-night with special lighting and glowing surprises around every corner. Plus don’t miss the science of slime as you embrace your inner scientist! From unusual animals to eerie illuminations, ...
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Set sail on our pirate-themed Halloween adventure filled with interactive activities, our beloved trick-or-treating and an array of photo-worthy enchanting moments. This year's Spooktacular offers a treasure trove of fun that will captivate kids and bring out the adventurer in everyone. With trick-or-treat stations, and a charming pumpkin patch, there's festive fun for everyone during this daytime event. Every Saturday and Sunday, plus Halloween Friday, from September 6 to November 2. Kids Go FREE Limited-Time Offer! Now through October, Kids Go FREE with a paid adult ticket to SeaWorld,...
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Looking for a spooky adventure this Halloween season? Our haunted maze is just the place for you. We team up with Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation to create the perfect thrilling experience that you and your family will talk about for days. The haunted maze is perfect for teenagers and adults, guaranteed to get your heart thumping. Only open on Fridays and Saturdays, so make sure you plan accordingly to get your fix of a good Halloween scare!
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San Diego's largest nighttime Halloween experience! Marking its fifth anniversary, Howl-O-Scream is set to deliver even more thrills, chills, and unexpected frights. Howl-O-Scream transforms the once peaceful SeaWorld San Diego into a sinister, spine-chilling playground of terror. As night falls, a carnival of horrifying creatures surrounds you. Evade FIVE angry haunts through EIGHT scare zones and FOUR vile vignettes. Seek shelter indoors, only to find you've entered a house of horrors. Quench your thirst for fear with fiendishly delicious cocktails, beer, and spirits at SIX themed b...
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Knott’s Scary Farm is the longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California. With over 50 years of nightmares, unimaginable scares and innovative thrills, Knott’s Scary Farm has left no tomb unearthed, no crypt un-rattled and no fear untouched. Experience the fully transformed theme park, with uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding across every inch of the park. Knott’s Scary Farm is not recommended for children under 13. All guests, regardless of age, need to hav...
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As the sun dips below the horizon, casting long, eerie shadows across the tracks, the Sip & Scare Sunset Special sets off on its 60-minute spine chilling journey through the Campo backcountry. The air is filled with the haunting jams, while passengers sip on a complimentary crafted cocktail from our undead bartenders. Darkness envelops the landscape as the ghost train comes to a screeching halt. Prepare to confront the ultimate terror: The Lost Train of Dr. Deadtrack! Step into the early 1900s, where the experimental transit car, San Diego & Arizona 666, mysteriously vanished whi...
Come in costume and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests will enjoy trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, an interactive Spot-The-Ghost Scavenger Hunt, Sesame Street-themed dry & wet rides, games, seasonal merchandise, and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume! Exciting Halloween Attractions & Events Sesame Place has a variety of f...
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The Haunted Amusement Park is a HAUNTED Scare Trail set on the desolate grounds of the iconic San Diego Amusement park Marshal Scotty's Playland. The once joyful sounds of fun and laughter are now replaced with screams of terror as visitors make their way through the remnants of the carnival rides from the 1960's. The haunted scare trail takes you under the old Roller Coaster, around the Ferris Wheel and in to the Bumper Cars where you will put on 3D glasses to experience out-of-this-world visuals. You will then have to find your way through the Circus maze before the side show freaks fin...
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The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park returns for 2025—with two haunts in one: the 3,500 square foot eXperiment Maze and the mile-long Haunted Trail winding through the twisted pines and gnarled oaks of historic Marston Point. Named in CNN’s Top 5 BEST Haunted Attractions in America, and one of the “Top 3 Halloween Destinations in the U.S.” by America Haunts. The nightmare begins inside the eXperiment Maze—a sensory trap of warped illusions, cult-favorite legends, and viral nightmares coming to life. Evade the stalking silence of Slenderman before descending into the obsessive chaos of “HELLno ...
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https://events.showtime-presents.com/events/showtimepresents/1349445 🎃🕸️ The Nightmare Before Bar Comes to San Diego! 🕸️🎃 This Halloween, the most talked-about bar opens in San Diego! After huge success across multiple cities, The Nightmare Before Bar opens in San Diego throughout October! 👻 Inspired by Tim Burton & other Horror movies, this bar offers a 90-minute escape from reality and into a twisted Halloween world for all lovers of fantasy and fiction! 👻 Limited spaces per date are available - book now to avoid missing out! Come join this safe space that's perfect for all da...
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It is a great apple, Asian pear, and grape year. The weather and the bees cooperated and we have a lot of fruit on the trees. We are taking appointments daily at 2 pm for groups. Please Note: the first three weekends are full except for 9/27/25 and 9/28. Reserve your spot now before they are all gone! We will be picking probably until at least the end of October depending on what is left. This year we will be open to schedule a group that picks 20 or more bags every day of the week at 2pm or later. The whole apple and Asian pear picking experience will last about 2 hours. Your group must ...
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Visit Julian Farm and Orchard in September and October for Harvest Fest. Our famous pumpkin patch will be in full swing. Farm activities, seasonal merchandise, and food and beverage vendors will be onsite during operating hours. Bring the whole family to Julian Farm and Orchard's Harvest Fest! Our family-friendly farm offers a variety of fun activities for all ages, including our petting zoo, tractor-pulled hayrides, haybale maze, cider-press demonstrations, a rock-climbing wall, axe throwing, and yard games (activities are seasonal and may not all be available upon your visit, check our ...
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Fall in Julian Brings many activities for families. The Autumn Jubilee at Fort Cross. Located at 4425 Highway 78. Every Weekend September & octoberSaturdays 10 am - 5 pmSundays 11 am - 5 pm Fortcross.com Harvest Fest at Julian Farm and Orchard Located at 4381 Julian Hwy Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm JulianFarmandOrchard.com Year Round Fun with Gold Panning and Mine Tours JulianMiningCompany.com TheEagleMining.com Fall Themed Teas Autumn Harvest Teas JulianTea.com
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