Best Pumpkin Patches to visit with the whole family
- Brigitte
- Sep 23
- 3 min read
Autumn in Ontario is a season of crisp air, golden leaves, and the irresistible charm of pumpkin patches. Whether you're after the perfect jack-o'-lantern candidate or just want to soak up some wholesome fall fun, these family-friendly pumpkin patches near Toronto offer hayrides, corn mazes, petting zoos, and plenty of photo ops. Here are five standout spots to visit this fall:
Distance from Toronto: ~45 minutes
When: Daily, Sep 20 - Oct 31, 2025 / 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Entrance Fee:
$24.99 + HST on weekends
$18.99 + HST on weekdays
Under 2 years: Free
Tip: Tickets must be purchased online; no purchase on site
Why families love it: Their Pumpkinfest is packed with a variety of activities such as corn maze, wagon rides, farm animals and more! Plus live entertainment and inflatables on the weekends.
Distance from Toronto: ~1 hour
When: Barnyard Playland - daily 9 am - 4 pm / Fall Fun Festival - weekends 9 am - 4 pm
Entrance Fee:
$21.48 + HST in September
$26.48 + HST in October
Why families love it: Their Fall Fun Festival offers zip lining, apple picking, farm animals, sandbox fun, bouncing ponies, pumpkin cannon show, corn maze, & more!
Distance from Toronto: ~1 hour
When: Sep & Oct / Wednesdays to Sundays / 9 am - 6 pm (7 pm on weekends)
Entrance Fee:
$9.30 + HST on Wed
$14.48 + HST on Thu & Fri
$19.65 + HST on Sat & Sun
Tip: Online tickets are cheaper than those purchased on site. Dogs are allowed and pay a reduced entrance fee.
Why families love it: Scenic pumpkin patch, sunflower fields and festival food! The Harvest Festival includes access to the playland, wagon rides, corn maze. Pick your own apples, pumpkins, etc., can be added at an additional fee.
Distance from Toronto: ~45 minutes
When: Weekends in Sep & daily in Oct - 10 am - 5 pm
Entrance Fee:
$6.20 + HST
23 months and younger enter for free
Tip: Very affordable and less commercialized than larger farms
Why families love it: It’s a quieter, less crowded farm with beautiful views. Ticket includes wagon rides, corn maze, straw jump and farm animals. There is some limited apple picking this season, but lots of pumpkins, squash and gourds to pick.
Distance from Toronto: ~50 minutes
When: Until Oct 31 / Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm / Sat 9 am - 6 pm / Sun: closed
Entrance Fee:
Weekdays: $7 adults / $3.50 children (6-12) / 5 and under: free
Saturdays: $10 adults / $5 children (6-12) / 5 and under: free
Tip: Online reservations are required for Saturdays and Thanksgiving Monday / No dogs allowed
Why families love it: It’s perfect for younger kids and those looking for a low-key, authentic farm experience. The experience includes pumpkin picking, a corn maze and a charming country store.
Tips for Visiting
Buy some pumpkins now to use as fall decorations, then carve them for Halloween!
Weekdays tend to be quieter than weekends.
Dress for the weather— fall can be unpredictable.
Tips for fall family pics: Outfits in earth tones like brown, rusts and olive green blend well, while contrasts such as red or mustard will stand out strikingly against the pumpkins.
Book tickets early—popular weekends sell out fast
Bring the whole family to enjoy some fall magic!
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