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9/15/24 - By Charlotte B

Fall has arrived, and that means it's pumpkin patch season! Central Florida is home to plenty of pumpkin patches, where you can find the perfect pumpkins to carve or paint. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite Orlando pumpkin patches, which make great settings for fall family photos, as well as additional attractions like pony rides, petting zoos, playgrounds, and more. 

Looking for more kid-friendly fall fun? Explore fall festivals around Orlando, check out local corn mazes, and stay tuned for trick-or-treat updates in our Orlando Halloween Guide!

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Orlando Pumpkin Patches for Families

Fall Festival at Sunsational Farms

Umatilla
Saturdays, September 28 - October 26, 2024
Visit the Big Orange at Sunsational Farms as it's transformed into Big Jack the jack-o-lantern for the annual fall festival. This open-air event includes u-pick mini pumpkins, pumpkin patch, carnival games, bee train, bounce houses, face painting, playgrounds, and more. READ MORE

Fall on the Farm at Violette Hill Hay Farm

Mount Dora
September 28 - October 27, 2024
Get ready for a day full of family fun, farm festivities, and unforgettable memories at the Violette Hill Fall Festival. The event is packed with activities that everyone will enjoy, with a special focus on unique animal encounters and pony rides. READ MORE

Community Church Pumpkin Patch

Casselberry
September 28 - October 31, 2024
Visit Community Church in Casselberry for a pumpkin patch and fall photo spots. READ MORE

Hagerty Farms Pumpkin Patch

Oviedo
September 28 - October 31, 2024
Visit Hagerty High School's pumpkin patch, open daily. In addition to pumpkins, there are family games, a spider web maze for the kids, and photo vignettes. READ MORE

Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms

Clermont
Select days, September 28 - November 17, 2024
The annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms includes a corn maze, pumpkin patch, sunflower field, petting zoo, kids zone, and much more. READ MORE

Great Scott Farms Fall Festival

Mount Dora
Weekends, September 28 - November 24, 2024
This seven-acre corn maze is complete with interactive stations and a climbing tower. Additional activities include a smaller kids corn maze, pumpkin patch, tree maze, rope maze, large wooden castle playground, jumping pillow, hayride, zip line, 60-foot super slide, and more. READ MORE

CPC Celebration Pumpkin Patch

Celebration
September 29-October 31, 2024
Pick out a pumpkin and snap some photos at Community Presbyterian Church's pumpkin patch. READ MORE

Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch at Santa's Farm

Eustis
Select days, September 29 - November 2, 2024
Spend a fun fall day at Santa's Farm. Pick a pumpkin from the lot, visit Jack's barnyard animals, ride a horse or pony, and tour the farm on a hayride. There is also a play area with jump pillow, giant slide, barrel rides, zipline, Shark Tooth Beach, and more. READ MORE

Hamlin Pumpkin Patch

Winter Garden
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Get ready for a delightful evening of fall fun with family and friends. Visit the Hamlin Pumpkin Patch for an unforgettable experience filled with seasonal delights. READ MORE

Renninger's Fall in the Field

Mount Dora
October 5-6, 2024
The annual Fall in the Field event at Renninger's Twin Markets includes a pumpkin patch full of heirloom pumpkins fresh from Ohio, as well as music, food, make-and-take crafts, and mini pumpkin decorating for kids. READ MORE

Painted Oaks Academy Pumpkin Patch

Orlando
October 5-31, 2024
Pick out a pumpkin and snap some fall photos at the pumpkin patch at Painted Oaks Academy. READ MORE

Pumpkin Patch & Scarecrow Trail at First Methodist Church of Apopka

Apopka
October 5-31, 2024
Visit Pumpkin Fest at First, complete with a scarecrow trail, pumpkin patch, and special events throughout the month. READ MORE

East Lake Pumpkin Patch

Sorrento
October 6-31, 2024
East Lake Chamber of Commerce's annual pumpkin patch offers a wide variety of pumpkins in a shaded lot with several spots for photos. READ MORE

Sanlando UMC Pumpkin Patch

Longwood
October 7-31, 2024
Sanlando's Pumpkin Patch boasts pumpkins galore, in a variety of shapes and sizes. Families can also enjoy photo ops while at the patch. READ MORE

Trinity Baptist Church Pumpkin Patch

Apopka
October 7-31, 2024
Trinity Baptist Church hosts its annual pumpkin patch as a fundraiser for the church. A fall festival and trunk or treat will be held at the patch on Saturday, October 26, from 4-6pm. READ MORE

Tuskawilla United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch

Casselberry
October 10-31, 2024
Visit the pumpkin patch at Tuskawilla United Methodist Church, open daily from October 10-31.  READ MORE

Central Parkway Baptist Church Pumpkin Patch

Orlando
October 12-31, 2024
Located near the attractions, this pumpkin patch is open daily to the public. Bring the kids to pick out a carving pumpkin and snap some memorable photos. READ MORE

Encounter Christian Church Pumpkin Patch

Winter Park
October 14-31, 2024
Encounter Christian Church is hosting a pumpkin patch in its grass parking lot, offering a variety of pumpkins to choose from. READ MORE

Markham Woods Presbyterian Church Pumpkin Patch

Lake Mary
October 14-31, 2024
Visit the Markham Woods Presbyterian Church pumpkin patch, open from October 14th to 31st, where you can pick out the perfect pumpkin to kick off the autumn season with style. READ MORE

College Park United Pumpkin Patch

Orlando
October 14-31, 2024
This annual outdoor pumpkin patch in College Park offers a variety of pumpkins. Pick your perfect pumpkin or just drop by for fall family photos. READ MORE

Promenade at Sunset Walk’s Pumpkin Patch

Kissimmee
October 18-30, 2024
Experience the Promenade at Sunset Walk’s Pumpkin Patch and select your perfect pumpkins to take home. Capture the family in a fall photo opportunity, complete with a John Deere Tractor and Scarecrow. READ MORE

Pumpkins for Opossums

Winter Park
October 19-20, 2024
This charity pumpkin patch benefits Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge. 100% of your pumpkin purchase goes directly to helping native wildlife. Pumpkins are available while supplies last and are restocked fully on Sunday. READ MORE

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