Compare Live Oak Canyon, Peltzer, Greenspot, Frosty's and more pumpkin patches with 2026 dates, admission, farm activities and official planning links.
Official sources checked September 18, 2026. Dates, attraction availability and prices can change; confirm with the operator before traveling.
These are editorial picks for different kinds of family outings, not a visitor-voted ranking. Admission may exclude pumpkins and rides. Pomona is a nearby Los Angeles County option.
Redlands · For a big fall day out
September 17–November 2, 2026 · select days
Our lead pick for families who want lots to do in one place. Choose pumpkins, explore the farm attractions and leave time for the food court. A daytime arrival gives you more time for activities that close before the rest of the farm.
- Admission & extras
- Admission varies by day; ages 2 and under enter free. Some rides and attractions cost extra. Free standard parking.
- When to go
- Mon–Thu 4–9pm; Fri 4–10pm; Sat 10am–10pm; Sun 10am–9pm. Closed September 21–23, 28–29 and October 5–6.
- Before you leave
- U-pick fields and tractor hayrides close at sunset. No pet dogs or outside food; check the farm's accessibility information before visiting.
- Where
- 32335 Live Oak Canyon Road, Redlands, CA 92373
Official website · 2026 dates and hours
Temecula · For a wine-country farm outing
2026 season opens September 19
A good fit for families who want several small activities to choose from. Explore the tractor garden, check the pig-race schedule and buy tickets for the attractions your group wants to try.
- Admission & extras
- $2 entry Monday–Thursday; $4 Friday–Sunday. Under 2 free with a paid adult. Attractions and pumpkins are additional.
- When to go
- Weekdays 10am–8pm; weekends 9am–8pm. The main page lists weekday rides from 4pm, with the petting farm open earlier.
- Before you leave
- The farm remains all ages during operating hours. The adjacent winery has separate age restrictions, including Fridays and Saturdays after 6pm. Check the current calendar for closing dates and exceptions.
- Where
- 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA 92591
Official website · 2026 opening announcement
Mentone · For free entry and a farm setting
2026 pumpkin patch opens October 1
Choose this for a country setting near Redlands and Yucaipa. Browse pumpkins and plan activities around your family's interests, with tractor rides, farm animals and a hay maze among the advertised options.
- Admission & extras
- Free admission and parking. Budget separately for pumpkins, rides and other paid activities.
- When to go
- Pumpkin patch: daily 9am–6pm from October 1. Haunted attractions follow a separate evening calendar.
- Before you leave
- Daytime farm fun and the nighttime haunt are different experiences. Payment guidance differs between the farm's pages; confirm accepted payment before visiting.
- Where
- 10133 Ward Way, Mentone, CA 92359
Official website · 2026 pumpkin patch information
Chino · For rides and a corn maze
2026 season opens September 25
A strong option for families who want a mix of pumpkins and amusement-style attractions. The operator lists a viewing zoo, corn maze, rides and photo settings; check age and height rules for your children's preferred rides.
- Admission & extras
- Paid admission; rides and some activities cost extra. Check current admission and package prices with the operator.
- When to go
- Opening day is September 25 at 4pm. See the operator's hours and pricing page for the daily schedule.
- Before you leave
- The Haunted Harvest is a separate paid attraction with its own dates and hours. Do not assume it is included in daytime patch admission.
- Where
- 14861 Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
Official website · 2026 opening and visitor questions
Pomona · For a full farm festival
October 10–31, 2026 · Saturdays and Sundays
A destination festival where general admission includes a broad set of attractions, including mazes, the cow train, petting farm and hay-wagon ride. Pomona is in Los Angeles County, making this a nearby option for western Inland Empire families.
- Admission & extras
- Paid tickets; pumpkins and animal feed are extra. Parking is $5. Check ticket options and buy ahead because daily capacity is limited.
- When to go
- Saturdays and Sundays, October 10–31, 10am–7pm. Closed Monday–Friday.
- Before you leave
- Some attractions close at dusk or may be unavailable. Pets are not allowed; service dogs have restrictions around the petting farm.
- Where
- 4102 S. University Drive, Pomona, CA 91768
Official website · 2026 festival dates and admission
Corona · For a carnival-style evening
October 2–31, 2026 · select days
Consider this for an outing close to Corona with an amusement-park feel. Choose a few rides, stop for food and pick out a pumpkin; the operator publishes daily specials to help visitors compare options.
- Admission & extras
- Free admission Wednesday–Thursday; $5 Friday–Sunday. Ages 2 and under free; parking free. Rides and purchases are additional.
- When to go
- Wed–Thu 5–9pm; Fri 4–10pm; Sat noon–10pm; Sun noon–9pm. Normally closed Monday–Tuesday; check the calendar for holiday exceptions.
- Before you leave
- These details are for the Corona location. Ride height requirements and activity prices vary.
- Where
- 1545 Circle City Drive, Corona, CA 92879
Official website · Corona dates, hours and admission
Oak Glen · For pumpkins and an orchard day
Pumpkins usually October–November · crop dependent
An orchard setting for visitors who want a farm outing instead of a midway. The farm's produce page lists pumpkins from the produce tent or u-pick fields during fall, while supplies last.
- Admission & extras
- Pay for pumpkins and chosen activities. Check current crop prices and activity fees with the farm.
- When to go
- Check the farm's current harvest update before traveling; a specific 2026 pumpkin opening date is not listed on the produce page.
- Before you leave
- The farm advertises its 2026 apple season, but that does not mean pumpkin picking has started. Confirm pumpkins separately.
- Where
- Oak Glen, California · use the farm's directions for the current picking area
Official website · Current produce and harvest availability
Lake Elsinore · For a simple pumpkin-and-play stop
Estimated opening September 26, 2026 · confirm first
The operator's 2026 location list gives Lake Elsinore an estimated September 26 opening. A practical option for nearby families once opening is confirmed.
- Admission & extras
- Pumpkins and inflatable play are priced separately; check location-specific prices before visiting.
- When to go
- Opening is estimated, not guaranteed. Confirm the Lake Elsinore location's hours directly.
- Before you leave
- Inflatable amusements are for ages 2–12 and require socks. Use the current location page rather than last year's schedule.
- Where
- 18614 Dexter Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Official website · 2026 locations and estimated openings
Mojave Narrows Harvest Festival
Victorville · October 10, 2026 · 3–9pm
A one-day High Desert alternative with a pumpkin patch, games, costumes and live entertainment. Park admission is $15 per vehicle; haunted hayrides are a separate $5 per person. Check age guidance before booking the haunt.
Official festival details
More places awaiting a 2026 update
These are not confirmed pumpkin outings yet. Check directly before making a trip.
- Wickerd Farm · Menifee: The farm advertises fall pumpkins, but its opening notice says Sunday, September 25, which does not match the 2026 calendar. Confirm this year's dates directly.
- Riley's Farm · Oak Glen: The farm offers pumpkins, but its September 17, 2026 crop update does not yet list pumpkin availability.
- Big Horse Corn Maze · Temecula: The operator's page still refers to fall 2025. A 2026 pumpkin and maze schedule is not yet verified.
- Riverside Pumpkin Patch · Riverside: The official website currently says closed for the season; a 2026 reopening is not confirmed.