While we wait for summer to really end in South Florida (we can dream, right?), heading to a pumpkin patch is one way to get in the mood for fall.
Whether you want to take home a bright orange pumpkin or enjoy baked goods and fun activities in a fall atmosphere, here are Palm Beach County places to visit, listed from south to north:
Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival
Check out thousands of pumpkins, enjoy the thrill of carnival rides for all ages, and enjoy pumpkin-inspired eats at the Pumpkin Food Court and a “cold one” at one of the Pumpkin Beer Bars. There will also be a corn maze, a scarecrow dress-up village, a pumpkin decorating kit and more.
October 15 and 16
Schedule: From 10 a.m. to 6 p.mLocation: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca RatonRate: $25 per person ages 3 and upInformation: bocapumpkinpatch.com
Cason Pumpkin Patch
Its 27th Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival kicks off in mid-October and will feature pumpkins from the size of baseballs to some monsters that require two people to handle. There will also be other colorful pumpkins. The event benefits the mission and outreach programs of Cason UMC.
From October 15 to 31
Schedule: noon to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday; Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm; Sunday from noon to 6 pm. Location: 342 N. Swinton Ave., Delray BeachRate: No entry feeinformation: casonumc.org; 561-276-5302
Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market
Bedner’s hosts a fall festival, where visitors can stroll through the pumpkin patch or sunflower field, as well as participate in activities such as a tractor ride.
Until October 31
Schedule: From 9 am to 6 pm Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.mLocation: 10066 Lee Road, Boynton BeachRate: $24.99 per person (children under 2 are admitted free)Information: bedners.com/events
Compson Place at Renaissance Commons
Pick the perfect pumpkin or take a fall photo at this pumpkin patch to benefit Cason United Methodist Church. The patch promises a variety of pumpkins and gourds of all shapes and sizes. There is also the opportunity to have a personalized portrait by an artist on site.
October 15
Schedule: From 10 a.m. to 2 p.mLocation: 1880 N. Congress Ave., Boynton BeachInformation: Facebook.com/CompsonPlace or 561-413-5909
Fall Pumpkin Patch on the Square
Looking for a fall photo shoot? The Square’s beloved “Instagram-worthy pumpkin patch” is re-sprouting as the official start of the fall season in West Palm Beach. Hosted by The Garden Shoppe’s Plant Whisperers, the bright pumpkins will be available to pick from mid-October with family activities.
October 14-16, October 21-23, October 28-30
Schedule: Friday from 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m Location: The Square, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm BeachRate: No entry feeInformation: thesquarewestpalm.com
Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch
From bowling and pumpkin decorating to the chance to jump inside a giant bounce house, this patch offers fall fun for the whole family in downtown West Palm Beach. Mr. Jack O’Lanterns also offers online ordering, delivery and curbside pickup.
Until October 31
Schedule: from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; From 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.mLocation: 419 Lakeview Ave., West Palm BeachRate: No entry feeInformation: mrjackolanternspumpkins.com; 844-452-2567
Emerging patch for philanthropy
The Royal Poinciana Plaza at Palm Beach’s pop-up patch will feature more than 1,000 pumpkins, including heirloom, miniature and classic varieties, plus fun activities, entertainment, photo opportunities and more. All pumpkin purchases benefit The Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope.
From October 13 to 16
Schedule: From 10 am to 6 pm from Thursday to Saturday; Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.mLocation: 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm BeachRate: No entry feeInformation: theroyalpoincianaplaza.com/events
You Farm’s 2022 Happy Jacks Pumpkin Patch
Basore Family Farms at You Farm will host its sixth annual Pumpkin Patch, featuring weekend live entertainment, game prizes, crafts, pumpkin painting, thousands of pumpkins and more.
Until October 31
Schedule: From 10 am to 6 pm from Wednesday to MondayLocation: 16651 Rembrandt Road, LoxahatcheeRate: Weekdays $5, Weekends $10; children two and under freeInformation: youfarmgreens.com
Pumpkin of the Christian school of the Trinity
Trinity Christian’s Pumpkin Patch is back for its 34th year. The school is once again partnering with Alaina’s Café and Bake Shoppe in Palm Beach Gardens to sell baked goods. All proceeds from the pumpkin go to support the school’s mission.
From October 14 to 31
Schedule: weekdays from noon to 7 p.m. weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.mLocation: The Back Lawn at 9625 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach GardensRate: No entry feeInformation: tcspbg.org
Act of the Community of Hope
Not exactly a pumpkin patch, but more of a pumpkin decimation range. Punkin Chunkin will feature teams as they compete to see who can catapult pumpkins the farthest to win the coveted grand prize. Also enjoy games, contests and raffles, and food that includes dinner, cakes, treats and drinks.
Time: October 23 from 4 to 8 p.mLocation: Loxahatchee Campus, 14055 Okeechobee Blvd., LoxahatcheeRate: No entry feeInformation: community of hope. church
Pumpkin Town
Find your perfect pumpkin at three locations: Wellington, Jupiter and Stuart. According to the website, the patches also offer photo opportunities for the whole family, as well as a bounce house and hay bales to climb on.
From October 6 to 31
Schedule: Every day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m Locations: 2635 SR 7, Wellington; 14 N. Old Dixie Highway (US 1), Jupiter; 2200 NW Federal Highway, StuartRate: No entry feeInformation: pumpkintowne.com561-697-9377
PumpkinFest 2022
This Jupiter festival, hosted by the Chasin A Dream Foundation, offers pumpkins for picking as well as views of Jupiter’s waterways. This family-friendly event will also feature great music, trick-or-treating, a costume contest and more than 50 vendors.
October 22
Schedule: From 11 a.m. to 6 p.mLocation: Harborside Place, 200 North US Highway 1, JupiterInformation: chasinadream.org/events
2nd Pumpkin Patch Arts and Crafts Festival
Bring your family and friends for a day of fine arts, craft booths, bake sale, pumpkin/gourd painting, face painting, bounce houses, food, story time, photo ops and more.
October 29
Eddie Ritz is a reporter for The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida network. You can contact him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
