1. Overview of Pumpkin Picking in Arizona
Arizona offers several incredible pumpkin patches where families can enjoy the seasonal tradition of pumpkin picking. This article highlights the best locations to visit in the Phoenix area and beyond.
Picking your own pumpkins for Halloween decorations and cooking is a cherished fall tradition across the United States, and Arizona is no exception. There are numerous pumpkin patches where you can start picking pumpkins as early as the end of September.
These harvest festivals are located in the Phoenix area and are organized alphabetically by the name of the farm or location. If you’re open to a drive, there are additional harvest festivals that are about a two-hour journey, depending on your starting point.
MacDonald’s Ranch Pumpkin Patch
26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (SW corner of Jomax Rd. & Scottsdale Rd.)
Admission includes a petting zoo, hay maze, panning for gold, western games, and a hayride to and from the pumpkin patch. There’s also a train ride available. Pony rides incur an extra charge, and pumpkin prices vary based on size. It’s advisable to bring cash for vendors.
Pumpkin Patch at Mother Nature’s Farm
1663 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert
This family-owned farm has fresh pumpkins available daily, with sizes ranging from 1 ounce to 500 pounds. If you’ve grown a massive pumpkin, you can register for the Pumpkin Weigh-Off to win cash prizes. Admission includes an OZ pumpkin, pumpkin decorating, access to an air bounce, a hayride, straw bounce, and opportunities to feed the animals. Guests are welcome to bring picnic lunches, or purchase snacks on-site.
Rocker 7 Farm Patch
19601 W Broadway Rd, Buckeye
Enjoy a fall festival in Buckeye with a pumpkin patch and corn maze. Admission covers all farm activities (note that concessions and pumpkins are sold separately). Children in diapers can enter free of charge. Typical activities include a corn maze, hayride, farm obstacle course, sunflower field, tractor tire playground, jumping pillow, educational barn, and a farmer’s market on weekends. Rocker 7 Farm is also family-owned.
Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party
24810 Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek
The Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party features hayrides, roller coasters, swinging ladybugs, a honeybee adventure, flying farmers rides, carousel rides, jumping pillows, a petting zoo, a country road rally, rock climbing wall, miniature golf, bonfires, marshmallow roasting, and two corn mazes. Enjoy a fireworks show on Friday and Saturday nights. Note that train rides, pony rides, food, pumpkins, and some crafts may incur additional fees.
Tolmachoff Farms Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze
5726 N. 75th Avenue, Glendale
Experience a 6-acre family corn maze, complete with mini corn maze for younger children. Activities include a petting zoo, train rides, jumping pillows, and a haunted corn maze. There is an extra charge for pumpkins and train rides, and visitors are encouraged to check online for discount coupons.
Vertuccio Farms
4011 S. Power Rd., Mesa
Enjoy memorable activities such as a giant corn maze, giant jump pad, and a variety of rides. Special events such as Pumpkin Paint and Take and Adopt a Pet Day can be checked online for details.
