Best Pumpkin Patches Close To Bloomingdale-Riverview

BLOOMINGDALE-RIVERVIEW, FL — Heading out to a pumpkin field to pick the best pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. It’s a chance to head out with the family in a favorite autumn practice full of exciting activities.

Many pumpkin patches offer free activities like hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids. Picking your own pumpkin also is a good way to benefit the local farmers who grow them.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is moderately safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for guidelines and hours of operation.

Here are some of the top pumpkin patches in the Bloomingdale-Riverview area to visit in 2021:

• Dave’s Christmas Tree Lot
• Gallagher’s Pumpkins & Christmas Trees
• Tampa Bay Farmers Market