What Are The Best Pumpkin Patches Around DC?
Now that the air is turning crisp and the leaves are changing colors, it’s time to dive headfirst into fall and everything this vibrant season has to offer. One of our favorite autumnal pastimes? Picking pumpkins against a picturesque backdrop…surrounded by quintessential harvest activities, of course!
From sprawling pumpkin patches and scenic hayrides to corn mazes, cider donuts, and spirited fall treats, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the season at harvest hubs scattered across the most festive region we know.
Keep reading to discover the best pumpkin patches in and around the DC area this October!
#1 Butler’s Orchard | Germantown, MD
Pick your own pumpkins for just 79 cents per pound at Butler’s Orchard’s 46th Annual Pumpkin Festival, running through November 1. This seasonal gem serves up boozy cider, corn mazes, hayrides, games, live music, and plenty of fall fun.
Spoiler alert: Butler’s Orchard also happens to be our personal favorite; we host our annual client appreciation celebration here every year!
#2 Gaver Farm | Mount Airy, MD
Embrace the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall at Gaver Farm’s Fall Fun Fest. Running through November 1, this family-friendly celebration features a corn maze, giant slides, a petting zoo, and plenty of opportunities to make lasting memories. Don’t forget to hop aboard a free hayride to the pumpkin patch, and stock up on seasonal goodies at the Farm Market while you’re at it.
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#3 Larriland Farm | Woodbine, MD
Pumpkins, apples, and fresh-from-the-farm favorites? Don’t mind if we do. At Larriland Farm, visitors can pick their own pumpkins & apples, explore festive mazes, and enjoy weekend hayrides. Before heading home, stop by the market to shop for local dairy, produce, and other seasonal essentials.
#4 Montpelier Farms | Upper Marlboro, MD
Looking for a full day of fall festivities? Montpelier Farms more than delivers. Its annual Fall Festival features a corn maze, hayrides, games, and plenty of seasonal photo ops. Fuel up with cider donuts and kettle corn, then stick around for some after-dark fun, including flashlight adventures through the corn maze!
#5 Queen Anne Farm | Mitchellville, MD
Nestled between Washington, DC and Annapolis, Queen Anne Farm is a picture-perfect destination for pumpkin picking without all the festival frills. Explore an impressive assortment of heirloom pumpkins, browse colorful mums & fall decorations, and let the little ones discover the farm’s charming pumpkin-shaped house. It’s an idyllic spot to find your perfect jack-o’-lantern, pick up your carving kit, and soak up the season in style.
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#6 Clark’s Elioak Farm | Ellicott City, MD
Step into a storybook setting at Clark’s Elioak Farm, where pumpkin picking meets fairytale magic. Explore the farm’s Enchanted Forest, visit friendly animals, and enjoy classic attractions like pony rides, hayrides, and the Enchanted Express train. Little pumpkins start at just $3 each, making this a particularly sweet destination for families.
#7 Homestead Farm | Poolesville, MD
For a classic fall outing, Homestead Farm checks all the boxes. Pick your own pumpkins and apples, take in the picturesque countryside, and browse the farm market for apple cider, local honey, fresh produce, and autumn decorations. Sometimes the simplest seasonal traditions are the sweetest!
#8 Summers Farm | Middletown, MD
Get ready for some serious fall fun at Summers Farm. Along with pumpkin picking, its annual festival includes a corn maze, pumpkin trains, a zipline, and plenty of kid-friendly attractions. Want to make an afternoon of it? Reserve a private campfire and settle in for a cozy autumn experience.
#9 Sharp’s at Waterford Farm | Brookeville, MD
If your ideal fall day involves fresh air, farm animals, and a scenic pumpkin patch, you should already be adding Sharp’s to your list. Enjoy hayrides, animal feedings, and a laid-back countryside atmosphere. Bonus: Admission is free, and leashed dogs are welcome, so even your four-legged friends can join the festivities!
#10 Great Country Farms | Bluemont, VA
Come celebrate fall at Great Country Farms, where pumpkin picking is just the beginning. Get lost in a corn maze, meet friendly goats, explore giant slides, and even try your hand at gem mining. And don’t leave without sampling the farm’s famous cider donuts, freshly baked treats, and hand-dipped ice cream.
#11 Wayside Farm Fun | Berryville, VA
Pumpkin season is in full swing at Wayside Farm Fun. Explore its sprawling 8-acre pick-your-own patch, bursting with pumpkins of every shape, color, and size. Then keep the excitement going with a corn maze, jumping pillow, pig races, and the farm’s famous elevated (literally) goat walk.
#12 Hollin Farms | Delaplane, VA
For fall scenery that’s every bit as memorable as the pumpkin picking itself, head to Hollin Farms. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this picturesque destination offers pick-your-own pumpkins, apples, squash, and fall greens. Feeling adventurous? You can even dig your own potatoes and peanuts, too. Come for the harvest, stay for the mountain views.
#13 Nalls Produce | Alexandria, VA
Short on time but still craving a little fall magic? Nalls Produce offers a charming seasonal escape without the long drive. While there’s no traditional pumpkin patch, its iconic Pumpkin Hill is piled high with pumpkins just waiting to be picked. Snap a photo in front of the festive pumpkin wall, browse the market for fall favorites, and bring home everything you need for a cozy autumn weekend.
Once you’ve found (and carved) the perfect pumpkin, is buying or selling a home up next on your fall to-do list? We’d love to help. Get in touch today by filling out the form on this page, calling 202.280.2060, or emailing us at connect@jennsmira.com.
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