10.16.2020 | Fall Fun
Decorate for fall and find the perfect pumpkin at these pumpkin patches in Chicago! A trip to the pumpkin patch is a quintessential fall activity, and a great way to support small local farms. From picking pumpkins to corn mazes, caramel apples and honey sticks, there is so much to love about this seasonal tradition. Read on for a quick list of the best pumpkin patches near Lakeshore East for you to explore this weekend.
Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up - 10 minutes away
If you’re looking for proximity over anything else, Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up is the pumpkin patch for you. Just 10 minutes from Aqua, Jack’s is a go-to for fall fun in Downtown Chicago. This year is a little different as there is no alcohol, pumpkin carving, or carnival games, or pig races like a typical year would have. However, there’s still tons of fun at this pumpkin patch with gorgeous pumpkin and light displays for a pumpkin perfect photo, as well as a corn maze, and they’re open rain or shine! Just remember to bring a card, they’re a 100% cashless operation.
Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest - 44 minutes away
This is by far the most popular and iconic pumpkin patch in the Chicago area. It’s part pumpkin patch, part amusement park, with all kinds of activities going on every day. Bengtson’s is 40 minutes from outside Chicago in Homer Glen, and has been serving the Chicago community for 40 years! This family owned and operated farm offers free parking, and ticket rates vary by day. They’ve got Uncle Bub’s award winning BBQ, apple cider donuts, and Pony Rides sold separately for $6. Admission includes access to:
- all of our attractions unlimited
- 10 Kiddie Rides,
- Hayrides,
- Petting Zoo,
- Pig Races,
- Haunted Barn,
- Fun Barn,
- Vortex Tunnel,
- Animation throughout, and more
Puckerville Farms - 38 minutes away
is a nearby farm that offers free admission and they’re open 7 days a week! It’s our personal favorite since you can get out of the city, it’s not too far of a drive, and it’s less crowded than Bengtson’s can get. This family friendly farm and pumpkin patch offers classic hayrides, a largest pumpkin contest, cornfields, and tons of instagrammable moments!
