Whether you’re planning a fall family outing or a romantic date, these pumpkin patches in Wisconsin offer a taste of the season’s best. The following are some of the top pumpkin patches to visit in the Badger State.
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Sept. 1 to Oct. 31: Mommsen’s Harvest Hills Pumpkin Patch
Rice Lake
Mommsen’s Harvest Hills Pumpkin Patch in Rice Lake promises a quintessential fall experience. Wander through the pumpkin patch, navigate two corn mazes and let the little ones enjoy the children’s play area. Don’t miss the charming farm store filled with seasonal goodies, fresh produce and fall decor. The 40-acre farm is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free; subject to purchases for select activities.
For more information: ricelakepumpkinpatch.com.
Sept. 2 to Nov. 5, Select Dates: Treinen Farm
Lodi
With an award-winning corn maze, an impressive pumpkin patch and seemingly endless amounts of fun to be had, Treinen Farm in Lodi (20 miles north of Madison) is one of the most popular pumpkin patches in Wisconsin. Guests can get lost in the impressive corn maze, which features a new design each year. Afterward, explore the pumpkin patch (over 50 varieties to choose from!), enjoy a tractor-pulled hayride and indulge in farm-fresh delights at the concession stand. Treinen Farm is open Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Cost: $13.50 online ($16.99 at the gate) daily or $15.50 online ($18.99 at the gate) on the weekends. There is no service at the farm, so purchasing tickets beforehand is recommended.
For more information: treinenfarm.com.
Early September to Oct. 31: Skelly’s Farm Market
Janesville
Skelly’s Farm Market brings fall fun to a new level at its farm in Janesville. The market features homemade fall ceramic items to decorate your home with (including cute pumpkin mugs!), fresh, warm apple cider doughnuts and other sweet treats, giant corn mazes ($10 per person), apple cannons ($6 per person) and fun activities like duck racing, playgrounds and, of course, a fine selection of pumpkins of varying color and sizes to take home. The fall experience is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Priced per activity. Adventure Pass is $28 and covers unlimited maze and wagon ride admission for the day, 10 shots at the apple cannon and a carving pumpkin.
For more information: skellysfarmmarket.com.
Sept. 15 to Oct. 30, Weekends: Squire’s Pumpkin Patch
Burlington
Squire’s Pumpkin Patch in Burlington is a hidden gem with a laidback fall atmosphere. The patch offers a great variety of pumpkins, squash, corn and gourds. Take a leisurely stroll through the charming pumpkin fields, perfect for capturing Instagram-worthy photos or try your hand at finding your way through the free corn maze. An on-site shop sells caramel apples and other seasonal goods to grab a quick treat to take home. This pumpkin patch in Wisconsin is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free; subject to purchases.
For more information: squirespumpkinpatch.weebly.com.
Sept. 15 to Oct. 31: Polly’s Pumpkin Patch
Chilton
Bundle up for the cold and pick a pumpkin from Polly’s Pumpkin Patch in Chilton. The pumpkin patch in Wisconsin boasts a variety of types, from orange, yellow and white future jack-o’-lanterns to small gourds and decor-friendly sizes. Besides pumpkin picking, the patch offers wagon rides, a giant slide, barn visits, fall-centric food and corn cannons. Polly’s Pumpkin Patch is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free; subject to purchases for select activities.
For more information: pollyspumpkinpatch.com.
Sept. 16 to Oct. 31: Jerry Smith’s Fall at the Farm
Kenosha
Jerry Smith Farm in Kenosha is a beloved destination for fall fun. With a vast selection of pumpkins and a wide range of activities, including a corn maze, giant slides and farm animals, it’s an ideal spot for families looking to create cherished memories. An assortment of treats is also available to indulge in, including caramel apples, hot cider, pumpkin sweets and more. The farm is open Monday to Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: Admission is only required for activities; $7 during the week and $13 on the weekends (children 2 and under are free).
For more information: jerrysmithfarm.com.
Sept. 16 to Oct. 31 (closed on Mondays): Waldvogel’s Farm
Juneau
Famous for being Wisconsin’s largest pumpkin farm, Waldvogel’s Farm is home to over 80 attractions and 90-plus acres to explore. The pumpkin patch in Wisconsin offers a wide variety of pumpkin shapes, colors and types to choose from ($2 to $10 each) and provides a hayride to bring you to the patch. Festivities include a 150-ft. mega slide, a petting zoo, nine-hole mini golf, duck races, corn maze, face painting and more. Waldvogel’s signature fall treats will be available at the bakery, in addition to an assortment of food trucks to dive into.
Cost: $15.99 per person ages 3-plus. (If purchasing online, use the code “FUN” to save $1 on tickets in October.)
For more information: waldvogelfarm.com.
Sept. 16 to Oct. 31: Lindner’s Pumpkin Farm
New Berlin
Lindner’s Pumpkin Farm in New Berlin is a family-friendly destination that combines pumpkin picking with a plethora of fall activities. Enjoy pumpkin bowling ($2 per person), hayrides, corn mazes and a petting zoo with goats, mini pigs and bunnies. Choose your favorite pumpkin from a variety of shapes and sizes, in addition to gourds, squash, dried florals and other fall decor. The patch is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: No admission fee, but subject to purchases for activities and pumpkins ($6 to $9).
For more information: lindnerspumpkinfarm.com.
Oct. 1 to Oct. 31: Swan’s Pumpkin Farm
Franksville
Located in Franksville, Swan’s Pumpkin Farm is a cherished seasonal attraction known for its scenic beauty and fall family fun. Wander through the pumpkin patch and take in the breathtaking scenery as you find the perfect pumpkin for carving, decor or cooking. The pumpkin patch in Wisconsin boasts tractor-drawn hayrides, pedal carts, a petting zoo and a corn maze. Be sure to grab a bite to eat at The Cauldron Cafe, offering an assortment of seasonal goodies, including caramel apples, apple cider doughnuts, hot dogs, pretzels, kettle corn and, new this year, an apple cider slushie. Visitors can check out the farm daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free; subject to purchases for select activities.
For more information: thepumpkinfarm.com.