Fall Break Camps in Phoenix
September 27, 2023
We are often asked by our readers for recommendations of the best pumpkin patch in the Phoenix area. First, which one is closest to you? We recommend checking out that location, for the sake of convenience. (We always go to MacDonald’s Ranch in Scottsdale for this reason!) Make it a weekend family event, or meet up with friends for a playdate.
Also, consider the ages of your children. Do you have little ones under 5? Vertuccio Farms or Mother Nature’s Farm might suit your family better. Or, if you live in the West Valley, try Tolmachoff Farms. Schnepf Farms is also fun and has a lot to keep older children and teens occupied, definitely worth the drive.
Are you trying to save money? Check Groupon or each venue’s website for possible coupons and discounts! Remember, most places are free for ages 2 and under.
Or take a day trip this year to one of the six pumpkin patches outside of Phoenix! Anywhere from 1.5-3 hours will give you cooler weather, fall vibes, and pumpkins galore.
Here’s a great option if you are looking for an East Valley pumpkin patch. (Read our review here.)
The farm entrance fee is $15/person and includes a spider web crawl, a hayride, an adventure maze, and more. This pumpkin patch has really grown over the years and is great for littles.
This farm is one of our top favorites! They have an epic corn maze, barrel train ride, giant tube slide, mini golf, a giant jump pad, a bunch of farm animals and more. All ages are $15/person, 2 and under are free, and there is a season pass option. Click here to read our summary.
One of the valley’s favorite farms, Schnepf Farms is offering a pumpkin and chili party — and is the ultimate pumpkin patch and family fun destination! Rides, games, shows, and more will keep the kids happy all day. Admission is $25.95/person. Read our review here.
Chandler Fashion Center, 3111 West Chandler Boulevard Chandler, AZ 85226
Thursdays & Fridays open 4pm – 10pm
October 19 – 20, 26 – 27, 30 – 31
Saturdays & Sundays open 12pm – 10pm
October 21 – 22, 28 – 29
With rides, a small maze, and more – read our review here. We stopped by Halloween Town yesterday evening. It wasn’t busy at all, which was nice for the rides and bouncy houses.
The selection of pumpkins was amazing! All sizes, with prices ranging from $1 for mini pumpkins to $30 for the largest size. View more details on their website.
26540 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
September 30 – October 29
We took the family to MacDonald’s Ranch recently to check out their pumpkin patch. It is $15/person.
Officially, MacDonald’s Ranch is a petting zoo, event venue, and a horse ranch. You can ride horses, ponies, and take hay rides around the ranch. They have multiple food venues, and on the days we visited there were amazing shave ice and popcorn vendors. They were also selling barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs, and beef jerky.
As far as the pumpkin patch goes, we really enjoyed our time. Our daughter picked out a pumpkin that only cost us $2 and the quality of the pumpkin is superb. It’s not quite the same as actually picking your pumpkin out of the field it was grown in, but I’m not exactly sure where you would go for that.
Tolmachoff Farms is another great option on the west side! They have a petting zoo, a train ride (additional cost), a corn maze for toddlers, and play areas. Admission is $17/person, ages 1 and under are free. Read our review here!
Open Wednesdays-Sundays, and closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Pick your own pumpkin from their field, take pictures with a wagon and old farm equipment, and buy eggs and raw honey at the Farm Stand.
$5 admission per person, which goes toward the purchase of pumpkins and produce.
Buckeye’s Original Sunflower Field is currently welcoming visitors to its eighth season! Four acres of sunflowers are set to bloom around October 15th, offering an ideal chance to relish the cooler outdoor temperatures and revel in the autumn season. This year’s additions include rows of sorghum, creating a beautiful fall backdrop, a vast cotton field, and numerous charming photo opportunities. The field also boasts small play areas for entertainment and plans to host several vendors for visitors to enjoy. It’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone to partake in a memorable fall experience!
381 S. 1st E. Street Snowflake, AZ 85937
September 23 – October 31
Haunted Corn Maze Nights every Saturday – Tickets Sold Online
For a hometown pumpkin patch with lots of charm – you need to visit the Willis Farm Pumpkin Patch in Snowflake, AZ! Old-Fashion Games (witches cauldron toss, football throw, toilet paper toss, ghost buster, take the plunge, and more!) Photo ops around every corner!
We spent the afternoon at the Willis Farm last week, and the kids had the best time playing in the huge corn box! They also loved petting the animals, taking turns on the zipline, and admiring the huge pumpkins in the field.
12907 AZ-169, Dewey, AZ 86327
September 29 – October 29
An easy day drive from Phoenix, Mortimer Farms near Dewey, AZ has one of the most popular pumpkin patches in the state. And now we know firsthand why! We visited with the grandparents earlier this month and Mortimer Farms has everything you dreamed a pumpkin patch would have.
Admission starts at $16.50.
With old fashioned rides, fresh fruits and vegetables, animals to feed, and U-pick pumpkins right out of the field, this is the ultimate fall experience you won’t want to miss.
With u-pick produce, amazing home-baked goods, and a large orchard, Apple Annie’s in Willcox is truly a country experience that every family needs. What we loved about Apple Annie’s was the simplicity.
No extra rides or entertainment. Just nature, and a low-key farm experience that will refresh your soul!
Maze and Hayride Combo costs $11/person.
This annual pumpkin patch is located 1.5 hours south of Phoenix (30 min north of Tucson), has a little bit of everything, and we loved it! 2021 was our first visit and for sure not our last. There was enough to keep us busy for over 5 hours on a Sunday. (We would have stayed longer but the Arizona temps were reaching mid-90’s.)
Starts at $19/person.
610 S. State Route 89A, Flagstaff, AZ 86005
September 29 – October 31. 2023
Admission: $5 (Ages 3 and under are free)
Straw Maze, Pumpkin Decorating Station, Old-Fashion Carnival Games, Photo-Ops, over thousands of Pumpkins in all shapes & sizes!
Located in beautiful Flagstaff, Arizona, just 1/2 mile south of the Coconino County Fairgrounds. Take the roundabout and head south toward Sedona on 89A, we are on the west side of the highway. Come and enjoy thousands of pumpkins, including Flagstaff’s fall colors in our beautiful country setting.
Open every year in the month of October! They have a little bit of something for everyone! Straw-bale Maze, Pumpkin Decorating Station, Old-Fashion Games (witches cauldron toss, football throw, toilet paper toss, ghost buster, take the plunge, and more!) Photo ops around every corner!
6769 E. Deer Farm Rd., Williams, AZ 86046
September 22 – October 29
9am to 6pm daily. Hours change Oct. 16 to 10am to 5pm.
Hay maze is short and is meant for the little ones! It is free and does not require admission to the deer farm. The pumpkin patch is inside the farm so if you want to buy pumpkins or get photos you need to pay admission.
Available September 18th through November 5th at JoJo’s Scottsdale Location.
Thomas and 99th Ave – 2601 N 99th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85037. Just west of the 101.
San Tan Flat Restaurant – Hunt Hwy and Ellsworth – 6185 W. Hunt Hwy , Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Seasonal Farms opens their Pumpkin lots on October 13th – October 31st, 2023 from 9am – 9pm daily.
Admission is $5 which goes towards the purchase of a pumpkin.
For more fall activities and destinations:
Salt River Fields – 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85258
October 27-29
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