It’s the best time of the year! Welcome to the enchanting world of pumpkin patches in Austin, where autumn’s vibrant colors come to life against the backdrop of the Texas Hill Country. As the scorching summer heat gives way to cooler breezes and cozy sweaters, Austin’s pumpkin patches offer a delightful escape for families, friends, and pumpkin enthusiasts alike. Nestled within this bustling city are havens of rural charm, where sprawling fields are adorned with plump, orange pumpkins just waiting to be picked. We’re here to help you discover the best pumpkin patches in Austin, where cherished traditions, wholesome fun, and the spirit of the season converge in a kaleidoscope of fall festivities.

We try to visit as many pumpkin patches every year. It’s always a fun adventure and the kids lose their mind at each location no matter how many times we go. Making memories at pumpkin patches is a childhood memory that I want my kids to always remember. 

No matter if you live in the heart of Austin or in surrounding cities, there are so many pumpkin patches to visit. We’ve gathered the best Austin Pumpkin Patches and all the details for each event so you can enjoy as many as possible. 

The Best Pumpkin Patches in Austin 

Sweet Berry Farm

Sweet Berry Farm located in Marble Falls offers “Harvest of Fall Fun” from mid September to Mid November.  This is a great experience for the whole family with activities that include hayrides, train rides, mazes, horse rides and more.

• Admission: Admission and Parking is FREE! Just pay for activities.
• Dates: September 17 – November 6 (2022 dates, 2023 will be updated shortly)
• Hours of Operation:
  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 8:30am- 5:30pm
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm
• Location: 1801 FM1980, Marble Falls Texas 78654

Activities include hayrides, a train, a maze, sand art, horse rides, stuff a scarecrow, face painting, giant jumping pillows and homemade ice cream made with the goods from the farm. Prices for most activities range from $2.50 – $5.

The Jersey Barnyard

The Jersey Barnyard is a 100 year old four generation farm is nestled in the rolling hills of south central Texas among many beautiful oak trees. The Frerichs family has kindly opened up their farm for you to tour and learn all about what goes in to their farm and agriculture at their amazing Austin area Pumpkin Patch located in LaGrange.

• Admission: 
• Dates: Last week of September  – October (2023 dates will be listed shortly)
• Hours of Operation: 
  • Monday – Friday: 10am – 6pm
  • Saturday: 9am – 6pm
  • Sunday: 1pm – 6pm
• Location: 3117 State Highway 159, LaGrange Texas 78954

Every Saturday in October you can enjoy free pumpkin painting from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. with a pumpkin purchase. Here, you’ll find pumpkins, squash, gourds, decorative corn and corn stalks. Families can also take a tour of the farm which includes feeding animals, milking a cow and a hay ride.

Robinson Family Farm

Join the Robinson Family for their Fall Festival on the farm located in Temple just outside of Austin. Whether you are looking for a fun day out with the family, or looking for a unique place to hang out with friends, there is something for everyone to enjoy on the farm! 

• Admission: Tickets at the gate are $24.95, buy online to get a cheaper rate
• Dates: September 23 – November 5, 2023
• Hours of Operation:
  • Saturday – Sunday: 10am – 8pm
• Location: 2651 Bob White Road, Temple Texas 76501

This is a great event with over 20 activities and attractions included in your ticket price. Some of the activities at the Robinson Fall Festival include corn maze, hay rides, arts & crafts, axe throwing, zip line, yard games, bounce house, play ground and much more. Purchase tickets online before attending to receive the best price (and skip the lines).

Crowe’s Nest Farm

Head to Crowe’s Nest Farm for their Fall Family Fun Days held every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October. They have more than just pumpkins, enjoy live music, a farmer’s market and more than 150 farm animals. 

• Admission: 
  • $12 /adult
  • $10 / ages 3-12 year old
  • $5 / ages 2 year old
  • Free for kids under 2
  • $50 family admission for 4 people
• Dates: Saturday and Sundays in October
• Hours of Operation: 10am – 5pm
• Location: 10300 Taylor Lane, Manor, Texas 78653

Crowe’s Nest Farm is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization dedicated to fostering public appreciation, knowledge, and wise stewardship of the agricultural and wildlife resources of Texas. Money raised will help this nonprofit increase public education, as well as provide sanctuary to animals in need. 

Sweet Eats Fruit Farm

Sweet Eats Fruit Farm is located in Georgetown Texas, 30 minutes north of Austin. They have a multitude of activities available for all ages; from Pony Rides and Pig Races to our Hay Maze and giant Petting Zoo there is plenty to keep ages 1-100 entertained for hours. 

• Admission: Online: $21.95 | Gate: $26.95 (price for ages 2 and up)
• Dates: September 9 – November 12
• Hours of Operation: 
  • September
    • Daily from 9am – 6pm
  • October 
    • Sunday – Thursday: 9am – 8pm
    • Friday – Saturday: 9am – 10pm
  • November
    • Daily from 9am – 6pm
• Location: 14400 E State Hwy 29, Georgetown, TX 78626

Your family can venture through 40 varieties of pumpkins, food trucks, live music and over 30 different activities like pony rides, pig races, petting zoo, tug of war, chicken coop, duck races, hay maze, jump pads, treasure mountain, apple slingshots, pipe races, and so much more! 

Barton Hill Farms

Barton Hills Farm has permanently closed.

A note from the owner, “We would like to thank the entire community and the families that visited our farm venue throughout the years. Since 2012, it has been a delightful experience serving you all. We are especially grateful for those families and individuals that made visiting our events an annual tradition. “The Farm,” was a beautiful and magical experience for so many that attended and worked at our fall and spring events.”

Indian Springs Ranch Pumpkin Patch

This exotic animal ranch located in South Austin (Manchaca, Texas) is hosting their annual pumpkin patch from Sept. 23 – Oct. 29, 2023.

• Admission:
  • $8/pp on Thursday and Friday
  • $16/pp on Saturday and Sunday
  • 2 and under is free
  • Tickets must be purchased online, no tickets sold at door
• Dates: September 23 – October 29, 2023
  • Closed every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday except for Monday, October 9th
• Hours of Operation:
  • Thursday and Friday: 2pm – 6pm
  • Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 6pm
• Location: 403 Elm View Way, Manchaca, TX

Your admission provides access to the pumpkin patch, feeding of the exotic animals, a kids playground, fall-themed photo ops, local food & drinks, and unlimited access to the jumping pillow (open Saturday & Sunday only).  You can bring your own food and drinks (no alcohol). 

Texas Pumpkin Fest 

Texas Pumpkin Fest has partnered with the VFW again for the 2023 season. This is a family friendly event that is great for all ages. You and your family can enjoy a pumpkin and gourd patch that is 5 acres! 

• Admission: 
  • Thursday: $10 per person but free for Veterans, Active Military, 1st Responders and Their Families.
    • Please note – not all attractions are open on Thursday
  • Friday, Saturday, Sunday: $13 per person.
    • Unlimited access to attractions EXCEPT Axe Throwing, Pumpkin Smash’N, Rock Climbing, Bungie Trampoline, G-Force Rides, Face Painting, & Balloon Twisting which cost additional fees.
• Dates: September 30 – October 29, 2023
• Hours of Operation: 10 am – 7pm
• Location: 8760 FM 2243, Leander, Texas 78641

The Pumpkin Fest located outside of Austin has so many attractions including magical photo ops, kiddie barrel rides, arts & crafts, face painting, maze, corn hole, giant connect 4, country bowling, ring toss, treat giveaways, live music, seasonal vendors, food trucks, and more! 

Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival

The Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival is held at the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, a Texas State Historical Landmark, which is also included on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally settled in 1854, the farmstead is nestled on five beautifully shaded, oak-filled acres, making it the perfect setting for a fall celebration.

• Admission: $15/ per person (Purchase tickets here)
• Dates: Saturday and Sundays through September 23 – October 29, 2023
• Hours of Operation: 10am – 7pm
• Location: 570 Founders Park Road, Dripping Springs

Bring out the family and experience 6 uniquely-themed weekends of unlimited fun with over 50 fall-inspired games, activities, and attractions. Enjoy local live music, a courtyard marketplace featuring family-friendly products, and an incredible selection of seasonal foods and beverages for children and adults alike. You’ll also find an abundance of photo opportunities, so don’t forget your cameras.

Mama Mary’s Farm

At Mama Mary’s Farm and Austin Pumpkin Patch, enjoy a day on the farm away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Less than 30 minutes from Austin, you can pick out the perfect pumpkin, interact with animals, play on the farm, and so much more. 

• Admission:
  • Wedneday – Friday: $9/online or $11/onsite
  • Saturday – Sunday: $17/online or $21/onsite
  • 2 years and under: FREE
  • Purchase tickets here
• Dates: September 30 – November 12th, 2023
  • Closed on all Mondays and Tuesdays except for Oct 30-31, 2023
• Hours of Operation: 10 am – 6pm
• Location: 5701 Williamson Rd, Creedmoor, TX 78610

Mama Mary’s Farm includes activities such as tractor hay rides, barrel train rides, farm animals, outdoor play activities, pumpkin painting, and more. Some activities are only available on the weekend.

Elgin Christmas Tree Farm

The Elgin Christmas Tree Farm will be open on a reduced schedule this season, visit on the weekends in October 2023.  More info coming for this season shortly. 

Evergreen Farms Pumpkin Patch

Located in Elgin Texas is the Evergreen Farms Christmas Tree with their Pumpkin Hunt taking place in October 2023. The premier event, the Pumpkin Hunt, includes a free wagon ride into the Christmas tree fields where mini pumpkins are hidden (one ticket gets you two mini pumpkins).   

• Admission: FREE admission and parking
• Dates: Weekends from October 7 – October 29th, 2023
• Hours of Operation:
  • Friday: 1 pm – 5pm 
  • Saturday: 10am – 5pm
  • Sunday: 1pm – 5pm 
• Location: 242 Monkey Rd, Elgin, TX

Buy $3.50 tickets in the gift shop and use them toward the following activities: Pumpkin Hunt, Pumpkin Launcher,  Train Ride, Fishing Pond, Spinner, Bounce Track, Big Kids Zip Line 2 tickets, Little Kids Zip Line, Mazes, The Famous Striker, Bounce House, Gem Mining 2 tickets, and Fire Truck Rides 2 tickets. Please note the tickets are $3.50 for each activity.

Pumpkin Nights

If you like a little excitement and something different than your typical Austin Pumpkin Patch, this is your type of event. At PUMPKIN NIGHTS, you will venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover the Forbidden City, a Pirate’s Cove, and more fantastical lands built using over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins. The celebration continues with entertainment and games in The Village, our festival area.

• Admission: Tickets must be purchased online.
  • Weekday: 
    • $20 (ages 13+)
    • $15 (ages 4 – 12)
    • Free for 3 and under
  • Weekend: 
    • $28 (ages 13+)
    • $20 (Ages 4 – 12)
    • Free for 3 and under
• Dates: September 21 – October 30, 2023
• Hours of Operation: 6pm – 11pm
• Location: 10621 Pioneer Farms Drive, Austin Texas 78754

There are real pumpkins throughout the festival–some carved, some painted, and some displayed in their natural beauty. Keep an eye out for one of our artists carving a giant pumpkin on site. The path is approximately a half-mile long. You’re welcome to wander through the course as many times as you like!

Tarrytown United Methodist Church

Will update with 2023 info once it’s released.

• Admission: Free
• Dates: October 2 – 31, 2022
• Hours of Operation:
  • Monday – Friday: 3pm – 7pm 
  • Saturday: 9am – 7pm
  • Sunday: 12pm – 7pm
• Location: 2601 Exposition Blvd, Austin, Texas

Austin’s pumpkin patches in all their fall glory! Picture this: you, your pals, and those patch-perfect pumpkins, creating unforgettable memories. Think wagon rides, pumpkin picking, and that cozy pumpkin spice scent hanging in the air. Whether you’re into carving spooky faces or just want to up your Insta game, these patches are where the Austin vibe meets autumn awesomeness. 

If you’re visiting the DFW area, don’t miss our list of Best Dallas Pumpkin Patches! Get ready to soak up the season, y’all!