All the Pumpkin Patches, Sorta

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I love October. It's the beginning of a season full of fun things to do with your family. And by that, I mean there are a million and one pumpkin patches to visit. I'd go to a pumpkin patch each weekend if I had my dithers. Although my energy, homebody-minded family members, finances, front porch, health, and the weather sometimes make that an impossibility. 

The number of pumpkin patches is a bit overwhelming. I want to see them all, do them all, and report back to you on the best. However, I can't do it all. Yup, that's a shocker. Also, I get stuck deciding whether to have a family tradition and go to the same patch every year or try somewhere new. I'm balancing it all this year by doing a new patch with the kids on the day off (parent-teacher conference day FTW) and then going to our usual patch as a family over the weekend. If the stars align, then one more. I don't know, time will tell. 

The Pumpkin Patch List

Here are a few other patches!

This first one has been our family tradition for the past few years. t's nearby in Puyallup, and they have plenty of fun activities like a maze, hayride, kiddie barrel ride, slingshots, and pumpkins.

These were the top runners for pumpkin patches on a Instagram poll:

Also, these are some I have heard about from friends:

Lastly, check out Instagram for other recommendations.

Things to Consider

Each patch is unique in their own way. Be sure to make these considerations as you select where you’d like to go!

  • Registration before you go to the patch

  • Tickets per attraction or Tickets for entry and then cover everything

  • The type of attractions in relation to your kids age(s)

  • Distance to the patch

  • Food and Beverage options at the patch

Tell me, what are your pumpkin patch traditions? Do you go to the same place every year? Do you have a favorite? What is missing from my pumpkin patch list?