Phoenix Pumpkin Patch Guide: Where To Enjoy The Rest Of Fall

PHOENIX — The coronavirus has forced us to make some hard changes in our life but thankfully we can still safely enjoy outdoor activities, like going to the pumpkin patch, in Arizona.

While a visit to the pumpkin patch will surely look different in 2020 owing to the pandemic, you can still enjoy the outdoors at several area pumpkin patches. Many pumpkin patches, like local businesses across the country, have had to adjust their hours, activities and methods of operation.

If you plan on visiting an area pumpkin patch, remember to take all the necessary precautions and double check local health guidelines, hours and rules for nearby pumpkin patches, including whether you need to make a reservation.

You can also check out the weekend weather forecast via the National Weather Service for Phoenixbelow to plan your visit: Saturday and Sunday are both expected to hit temperatures in the mid-90s for the first time in a while.

Below is a list of some of our favorite pumpkin patches near Phoenix.

Pumpkin Nights at the Scottsdale Fairmont Princess

Address: 7575 East Princess Drive, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

Dates: Sept. 14 to Oct. 31 (Nightly from Oct. 14 to Oct. 31)

Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday Nights from 6 to 10 p.m.

Attractions: Fall-themed dining menu, haunted plaza, pumpkin patch with character greetings, hay maze, lanterns, homemade pie and apple cider

Pricing: Varies by package but general admission is $10 per person; children under the age of 3 can enter for free

Phone: (480) 585-4848

Website: https://www.scottsdaleprincess.com/pumpkin-nights

McDonald's Ranch

Address: 26540 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Dates: Oct. 3 to Nov. 1 (closed on Tuesdays)

Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Attractions: Pumpkin patch, hay bale maze, lawn games, petting zoo, pony rides, food truck and snacks

Pricing: $10 on weekdays and $12 on weekends. Children 1 or younger can enter for free. Discounts are available for veterans, first responders, teachers, senior citizens or clergy members.

Phone: (480) 585-0239

Website: https://macdonaldsranch.com/pumpkin-patch

Mother Nature's Farm

Address: 1663 E. Baseline Road, Gilbert, AZ 85233

Dates: Sept. 26 to Oct. 31

Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Attractions: Pumpkin patch, fall decorations, hayrides, feeding animals, maze and more (all sales are cash only inside the farm)

Pricing: $10 per person

Phone: (480) 892-5874

Website: http://www.mothernaturesfarm.com/pumpkinpatch

Vertuccio Farms

Address: 4011 South Power Road, Mesa, AZ 85212

Dates: Oct. 1 to Nov. 1

Hours: Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Attractions: Corn maze, mini golf, mini zip line, pumpkin patch, train rides, pumpkin painting and more

Pricing: $12 per person; children ages 2 or younger are free

Phone: (480) 882-1482

Note: Due to the pandemic, please double check the rules, regulations and hours for the pumpkin patch you plan on visiting.

More fall fun:

• Fall Events in Phoenix
• Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipes

If we missed your favorite pumpkin patch, be sure to share it with readers in the comments section.