2023 Fresno Pumpkin Patches [+More Fall Fun]
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Are you looking for the best Fresno pumpkin patch? I’ve got you covered.
Fresno is the agricultural capital of California. As such, plenty of local farms offer pumpkin patch and fall harvest experiences.
As a Fresno local, I look forward to fall every year. Visiting a pumpkin patch with a hot spiced drink is the best way to usher in the holiday season.
Every patch usually has a variety of pumpkins and squash, but there are also unique things to do at each pumpkin patch, such as train riding, hay rides, and farmers markets.
Some pumpkin patches even have music performances or food trucks on site for an added bonus.
Read on, and I’ll introduce you to the best Fresno pumpkin patches.
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Top Pumpkin Patches Near Fresno
1. Sweet Thistle Farms
Sweet Thistle Farms is the top Fresno pumpkin patch because of its close location and various activities, including hay rides, photo booths, farm animals, cheese sampling, and food vendors. (Its location also makes it the top Clovis pumpkin patch!)
- Open Saturdays & Sundays 9/23/23-10/23/23
- 5365 N Mendocino Ave Clovis, CA
2. Hillcrest Pumpkin Patch
Hillcrest Farms in Reedley is well known as a Christmas Tree farm. However, in October Hillcrest also transforms into a pumpkin patch.
Although it is a 30-minute drive from Fresno, Hillcrest is worth a visit for the steam train, hay ride, and kettle corn that make the fall atmosphere fun.
- Saturdays & Sundays 9/30/23-10/29/23
- 6943 S Reed Ave Reedley, CA 93654
3. Wild Patch Pumpkins
Wild Patch Pumpkins are locally grown in Fresno County, but their farm stand and pumpkin patch are in town just east of Fresno State.
You will see the sign for the pop-up patch in a lot off of Bullard that transforms into a fun pumpkin patch and photo booth once a year. As it is a pop-up lot, don’t expect hay rides or a full day to wander. However, the concentration of pumpkins and corn makes a great photo opp.
- Open daily in October
- 225 W Bullard Clovis, CA 93612
4. Planet Pumpkin
Planet Pumpkin is another pop-up pumpkin patch that occupies a lot on Nees. There are food trucks, tents, slides, and a Ferris wheel. It is a popular spot in north Fresno that feels like a small carnival perfect for families.
- Open daily in October
- 640 E Nees Ave Fresno, CA 93720
5. Neufeld Farms
The Neufeld Farmstand is a cute pumpkin patch in Kingsburg. They offer cute photo moments and homemade ice cream. Best of all, they sell pumpkin pie!
- Thursdays-Sundays in October
- 38250 Road 32, Kingsburg CA
6. Pumpkin King Pumpkin Patch
Although Oakhurst is an hour’s drive from Fresno, Pumpkin King is great for families because admission and parking are free. It’s also a great stop on the way to Yosemite.
- Open daily in October
- 40004 Hwy 41 Oakhurst, CA 93644
7. Simonian Farms
In the spring, Simonian Farms is known as the gateway to the Fresno Blossom Trail. In October, the 1900s Old West-style red barn and farm stand transform into a pumpkin patch.
- Open daily in October
- 2629 S Clovis Ave Fresno, California 93725
8. Sunshine’s Farm
Sunshine’s Farm is a locally owned U-pick strawberry patch that turns into a pumpkin patch in the fall. They also have gorgeous sunflower fields that overlap in season as well.
- Select hours in October
- 284 South Temperance Ave Fresno, CA 93727
9. The Patch Hanford
If you are up for a train ride to Hanford, The Patch is another farm offering a variety of locally grown pumpkins.
- Select hours in October
- 10205 Flint Ave Hanford, CA 93230
10. Hunter Farms Pumpkin Patch
Hunter Farms is located an hour from Fresno in Atwater. They offer a full day of family fun with a dino dig, hay ride, corn maze, and more.
- Select days in October
- 2985 N Southern Pacific Ave Atwater, CA 95301
Top Fresno Haunts & Corn Mazes
1. Hobb’s Grove
Hobb’s Grove is in Reedley down the road from Hillcrest. Take a hayride and journey through a haunted forest.
2. Raisin Hell Ranch
Raisin Hell Ranch is a haunted cornfield in Madera complete with a beer garden and multiple maze options.
3. Vossler Farms Field of Screams
Vossler Farms is in Visalia. Their daytime family-friendly corn maze becomes a haunted field of screams on select nights.
Map of Fresno Pumpkin Patches
Other Fall Events in Fresno
1. ClovisFest Hot Air Balloons
Seeing hot air balloons float over Clovis is a highlight of the fall every year. ClovisFest happens every September and is a great way for the community to come together and celebrate the beauty of our town. From hot air balloon rides, to live music, to local vendors lining the streets of Old Town, there’s something for everyone at ClovisFest!
2. Big Fresno Fair
The Big Fresno Fair is another event that makes it feel officially fall every October. From the livestock shows to the unique food stands, or carnival rides and live music, there’s something for everyone. It is the biggest fair in the Central Valley!
3. Coursegold Tarantula Festival
Every year near Halloween the small town of Coursegold on the way to Yosemite hosts a Tarantual Awareness Festival. It features local vendors, quirky contests, and of course plenty of opportunity to hold tarantulas. All to provide awareness and education about these local species.
4. Fresno Wine Journey
The Fresno Wine Journey is a weekend celebrating the local wineries in Fresno. The Wine Journey is a collection of participating wineries through the purchase a wristband to visit and taste the locations. In addition to wine and beer tasting, select wineries will offer festivities such as food trucks, local vendors, and live music.
Overall, Fresno in fall is an ideal place to get the freshest produce and find interesting things to do, all while supporting local businesses in our community. I hope this was helpful in finding your way to the nearest Fresno pumpkin patch!
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