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Autumn lovers rejoice! With cooler weather approaching and fall festivities sweeping the Valley, we’ve got you covered on where the best places are to pick your perfect pumpkin and to get in on the seasonal fun.
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Tolmachoff Farms [GLENDALE]
With a six-acre family corn maze, a mini corn maze for the kiddos, a petting zoo, a hay pyramid and a pumpkin patch, Tolmachoff Farms is a perfect place to participate in fall festivities and pick the prettiest pumpkin. The farm will be open from Sept. 28 through Nov. 4. Admission prices are $12; admission is free for ages 2 and younger. For more information, click here.
Vertuccio Farms [MESA]
Vertuccio Farms might offer the most unique celebration of fall in the state. With pumpkin bowling, barrel train rides, duck races and a seven-acre corn maze, you can expect endless surprises and fun at this Mesa-based farm. Vertuccio Farms will be open Oct. 1 through Nov. 4. Admission tickets are $10; children 2 and younger are free. For more information, click here.
Schnepf Farms [QUEEN CREEK]
Over the years, Schnepf Farms has been continuously voted by Phoenix Magazine, the Phoenix New Times and Sunset Magazine as ‘The Best Fall Family Event in the Valley.” A trip to Schnepf Farms is guaranteed to be a cozy and memorable experience for the whole family. The farm will be open every Thursday through Sunday in October. Admission tickets range from $15 to $20; admission is free for children 1 and younger. For more information, click here.
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Mother Nature’s Farm [GILBERT]
This family-owned and operated farm hosts some of the Valley’s most festive Halloween and fall-centric events. At Mother Nature’s Farm, you can pick your pumpkin and decorate it too! The farm is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., every day, throughout the entire month of October. Admission tickets are $10 for children and $5 for adults. For more information, click here.
The Pumpkin Patch Train [WILLIAMS]
Every Saturday and Sunday in October, the Grand Canyon Railway will offer festive train rides from the Grand Canyon Railroad Station to a pumpkin patch. Prices for admission tickets range from $21 to $26. Admission includes a pumpkin to take home, a ride in a haunted train car, refreshments, access to a hay-bale maze and crafts. For more information, click here.
Apple Annie’s [WILLCOX]
Apple Annie’s Orchard offers charming seasonal events all year long. Whether you’re picking peaches in the spring from their fruit orchard or you’re searching for the perfect pumpkin during their harvest festival in the fall, you’re sure to enjoy delicious, farm-fresh produce, festive activities and fun for the entire family. Apple Annie’s will be hosting a Fall Pumpkin Celebration every weekend, from Sept. 28 to Oct. 28. The event will feature pumpkin pancakes, ice cream, pies and homemade cider donuts. For more information, click here.
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MacDonald’s Ranch [SCOTTSDALE]
MacDonald’s Ranch works as a full-service ranch and farm all year long. But in the fall, the ranch transforms into a magical space that offers fun for families and fall-lovers alike. Between their gold-panning activities, petting zoo, train rides and pedal cars, MacDonald’s Ranch is a true, western gem in the East Valley. The Ranch is open Wednesday through Monday, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 30. Admission prices range from $10 to $12; ages 1 and younger are free. For more information, click here.
Mortimer Family Farms [DEWEY]
Mortimer Farms is a real pumpkin, corn, berry and veggies farm that is nestled in the heart of Dewey. The quintessential farm has been open to the public for over a decade. Aside from hosting charming, seasonal events for the community, they also provide an avenue for visitors to buy farm-fresh produce. Their most popular event is their seasonal Pumpkin Festival. The centerpiece of this year’s festival is a 15-acre pumpkin patch and a 15-acre corn maze. Mortimer Family Farms will be open Friday through Sunday, from Sept. 28 to Oct. 28. Admission tickets are $15.85, with free admission for ages 2 and younger. For more information, click here.
Rocker 7 Farm Patch [BUCKEYE]
The Buckeye-based Rocker 7 Farm Patch offers a sliver of fall goodness in Central Arizona. With everything from a sunflower field and a petting zoo, to a corn maze and hayrides, the Rocker 7 Farm Patch has interactive activities that the entire family can enjoy. Beginning Oct. 6 and going all the way through the month October, the Rocker 7 Farm Patch will be open Friday through Sunday. Admission tickets start at $9; children in diapers are free. For more information, click here.
