Family Guide For Fall
By Geneva Nodland As one of the most popular fall-tivities among children and adults of all ages, visiting the pumpkin patch is essential to complete your fun fall to-do list. Whether you’re taking the family out for the afternoon while the ground is still snowfree or making sure you capture the best “fall vibes” for your Instagram, there are plenty of patches to pop into and pumpkins to pluck in the FM area, check them out!
Buffalo River Pumpkin Patch
Geared towards Kids & Families
These pumpkin patches are especially perfect for family outings! Check out each patch’s activities and events to see how you can plan your family’s next next fall adventure.
Lil’ Bitz Pumpkin Patch
A classic in the FM area, the Lil’ Bitz Pumpkin Patch is open until the end of October and has plenty of activities for the family to enjoy! Go on a horsedrawn carriage ride, play games like mini golf, farm animal croquet, and so much more (over 25 different attractions), take home pumpkins to decorate your home for the fall, and
Special Hours:
October 19 & 20, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Heading a little further into Minnesota, check out the Buffalo River Pumpkin Patch! Enjoy the patch’s petting zoo area, cheer at the duck races, take a barrel car ride, stroll through the enchanted forest, and more. Kids can participate in Cowboy Camp where they try activities like roping a steer head or other rope tricks! Spend a perfect fall day out in the beautiful scenery through the end of October, $6 general admission, $3 horse-drawn carriage rides, and $2 barrel car rides! 14447 Highway 10 Glyndon, MN
snap lots of great photos at their many photo opportunities throughout the patch. They even have bonfires for families to enjoy, as long as the weather cooperates of course. $12 general admission (under 2 is free) and $10 military admission. 7414 40th Ave N Fargo, ND
Thea’s Pumpkin Patch Corn Maze Another wonderful pumpkin patch is Thea’s Pumpkin Patch Corn Maze! Find 7-10 acres of pumpkins to browse for the one you’ll take home, and check out the many kids' games and attractions too. With the wide pumpkin varieties they offer, the pumpkins cost anywhere from $1 to $10. General admission to the patch is $10, and kids under four are free! Learn more about Thea’s corn maze on the next page! 19982 Appaloosa Rd Pelican Rapids, MN
Janu's Pumpkin Patch
Nestled in the lake country of western Minnesota, you'll find Janu's Pumpkin Patch, a charming and exciting destination for fall enthusiasts of all ages. Choose from an array of pumpkins in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and get into the autumn mood with activities like gourd painting, pumpkin bowling, and more with the entire family! Make sure you stop at the picturesque seasonal decor to get a photo with your loved ones! Whether you're seeking a family outing, a cozy escape, or a backdrop for seasonal memories, head to Janu's, plus there are no admission fees— you do have to purchase your pumpkins though! 404th Ave Frazee, MN
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