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2024 Pumpkin Patches

By Mary Anne Plauda, Publisher Macaroni Kid Naperville October 23, 2024

Looking for fun Fall events in and around Naperville? This is the spot! I will update as necessary. Please remember, that all events are subject to change and/or cancellation. ALWAYS call in advance. Have a great time!







Date: September 21, 2024 to October 27, 2024

Location: 2855 Hart Road, Aurora, IL 60502

Time: Wednesday –Sunday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm

Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays

Welcome to your authentic farm adventure! Step away from modern life and make new memories with your friends and family at Abbey Farms Pumpkin Daze! Packed with activities, our 40-acre pumpkin farm has everything you need to make your family’s day at the farm special. From our friendly petting zoo on the weekends to the ability to experience Mother Nature at your own pace – a day trip to Abbey Farms is a must on your list of Fall adventures.

Park Attractions, Corn Maze, Log Balance Beam Course, Bouncing Cow Train, Zip Lines, Tractor Tire Tunnel Adventure, Pirate Ship Adventure, Tractor Tire Hill, Rope Maze Challenge, Hamster Wheel Race, Corn Cannon, Tractor Tire Mountain, Combine Slide, Jumping Pillow, Pedal Track (Go-Karts for Kids and Adults), rain Bin Basketball Experience, Megadrop Slide, Tractor/ Hay Wagon Ride, Antique Tractors to Water Pump Duck Races, Lasso Challenge, Kiddie Coral, Petting Zoo (animal feed available for purchase) -weekends/holidays only

Pumpkins

Pumpkin Patches and Picking- Find the perfect pumpkins from our patches at Abbey Farms. We offer pre-picked pumpkins at the front of the Emporium. The cost typically ranges from $5-$20 depending on the size of the pumpkin. You can also pick your own pumpkins in the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch within the park. Entrance into the park requires a general admission ticket.

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Season: Open 2024

Fall Fest

Date: OCTOBER 12-13, 2024

Time: 9:00 am-6:00 pm

Location: 18061 South Bronk, Road, Plainfield, IL 60586

Come join in the fall fun this season at Bronkberry Farms!

Hayrides: Weekend hayrack rides around the farm pulled by a 1940s tractor, $4pp. Every hour on the hour.
Apples: We have pre-picked apples available for sale in our general store.
Caramel Apples: You mustn’t miss trying our Caramel Apples, hand-dipped in our homemade (secret recipe) caramel; plain or gourmet toppings available.
Pumpkins:  U-pick pumpkin patch (free admission) & pre-picked pumpkins – great selection of various sizes including
Gourds
Straw Bales
Corn Stalks
Amazing Mums:  Various Sizes and Hanging Mums
Halloween Decorations: Metal Art, Crafts, Signs, & much more

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Date: October 1-31, 2024

Time: 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Location: 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187

Taking in the beautiful fall colors at Cosley Zoo is a must-do! Come see the animals and take in the thousands of pumpkins scattered on the zoo’s lawn. Children’s rides are also available for an additional fee. Apples, gourds, pumpkins, cider, cornstalks, and various sizes of straw bales are available to purchase. Check out the fall merchandise in the Wild Side Gift Shop, too! Proceeds from your purchases benefit Cosley Zoo. Regular admission rates apply. Timed-entry reservations are required.

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Date: September 15, 2024 - October 31, 2024

Time: Varies

Location: 710 W Boughton Rd., Bolingbrook, IL 60440

630-759-8711

25,000 Pumpkins!

That’s right, 25,000 pumpkins!

There is plenty of FREE PARKING and NO CHARGE to visit the pumpkin patch and open market area.

Our pumpkin patch is huge with pumpkins that come in every shape and size.  Come explore—if you look hard enough, you’ll find the perfect pumpkin that’s waiting just for you!

No autumn harvest decorations are complete without the perfect pumpkin! Whether you want to carve a unique jack-o-lantern or bake a delicious pie, you’ll find what you need at our pumpkin farm: big pumpkins, small pumpkins, fancy and pie pumpkins—something for everyone! We even have some not-so-perfect pumpkins, for those who like a jack-o-lantern with character!

CHILDREN’S ZOO & RIDES

Our main priority at Johansen Farms is to present fun family activities in a safe and clean environment for our children and yours. When you enter our Children’s Zoo, you will find 4 acres of kids’ attractions surrounded by a cornstalk fence line. Once inside, your children will be unable to wander off too far from Mom and Dad. Each fun-filled activity offered in the zoo is monitored by our friendly staff to ensure your child’s constant safety.

The Johansen family has offered fun activities for kids at our petting zoo for over 33 years and we do not promote anything that will frighten young children. Come and meet the friendly farm animals you can pet and feed! There are all kinds of fall family activities to enjoy—with rides!

Third-generation Chicago area parents are now watching their children experience the same delight and wonderment they did when they were young. For fun things to do with kids in the Chicagoland area, we can’t be beaten! Come and enjoy a family outing at the farm!

Johansen Farms Children's Zoo, Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival

All our rides & attractions are FREE and unlimited with paid admission to the zoo. All attractions are weather permitting and subject to close without notice. Sorry, no refunds. Our walkways are paved and accessible.

Pony rides are FREE and available ONLY on Saturdays & Sundays in October between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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All Three Farmstands are Open!
Visit us in Oswego, Plainfield, and Naperville for Sweet Corn & Fresh Produce!

Oswego Apple Orchard is Now Open
Enjoy fresh apples right from the orchard!

Pumpkins Now Available!
Our U-pick pumpkin patch opens Saturday, September 21, in Oswego, and pre-picked pumpkins are now available!

Fall Festivities Tickets Available Now!
Get your tickets for Keller's Fall Festivities from September 7 through October 27, plus October 14!

Oswego Farmstand

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Hours: Call for holiday hours

Location: 2500 Johnson Rd Oswego, IL, (630) 219-8194

Naperville Farmstand

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Hours: Call for holiday hours

Location: 516 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL (630) 369-5319

Plainfield Farmstand

Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Hours: Call for holiday hours

Location: 15066 S Wallin Dr, Plainfield, IL (815) 439-0420

Your Fall Festivities Adventure at Keller’s Farmstand
9am-6pm SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS ONLY, Sept 7 - Oct 27, plus Monday, Oct 14 at our Oswego farm.

What's Included with Your Fall Festivities/Farmland Wristband
8-acre corn maze (new location for 2024)
Two tranquility labyrinths
Adult and kid pedal vehicles on paved tracks
Play house with slide
Brick maze
Tire stack for climbing
Antique tractors for sitting and taking photos on
Kids play area with pirate ship, castle, and ark
Barnyard Ball
Chalk House
Farm animals**
And more!
*Does NOT include apple picking
**Please note: we do not have a "petting zoo." Animals may come to you, but you are not always able to go to them. Not all animals may be available every day. Fewer animals will make an appearance on the opening weekend.
Don't leave the farm without riding on the free wagon ride!
Face Painting is available on most Saturdays and Sundays. This is located outside of Farmland and is not included in the Fall Festivities ticket. An additional fee is required.
PLEASE NOTE: On September 28, Gourdy's Pumpkin Run takes place at Keller's Farmstand in Oswego. The 5k begins at 9am and should be complete by noon. Hundreds of runners will pass through the apple orchard, pumpkin patch and play area that morning. Please plan your visit on that day accordingly!

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Date: September 2024 -October 2024

Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Location: 17250 S Weber Rd, Lockport, IL


The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel’s 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 5 play areas, train rides, zip lines, two corn field mazes & more.

Many DELICIOUS Food choices include smoked turkey legs, pulled pork parfaits to sweet treats to eat like apple cider doughnuts & funnel cakes….. Be sure to pick up one of Marie’s Freshly Baked Pies or some of Grandpa’s Freshly popped Kettle Corn for the ride home.
We will customize your family outing, with food and beverage, just for your team/associates.

View the Pumpkin Fest calendar at MyPumpkinFarm.com
Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm is THE PLACE to Harvest your Family Memories on our 50 Acres of “Affordable Fun on the Farm®”.

(Visit ourpumpkinfarm.com for more details .
Everyone 2 and under enter FREE!

You can stay as long as you like. General Admission includes all attractions except Gem Mining, Paintball & Cottonwood Railroad. You can purchase Combo and All inclusive passes online.
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Other Farms and Pumpkin Patches

Bengtson Farm

https://pumpkinfarm.com/

Goebberts Pumpkin Patch

http://goebbertspumpkinpatch.com/

Kuipers Family Farm

https://www.facebook.com/kuipersfamilyfarm/

Sonny Acres

http://sonnyacres.com/fall/

Windy Acres Farm

https://windyacresfarmstand.com/fall-fest/