Pumpkin Patches Around Buckhead

ATLANTA — Heading out to a pumpkin patch to pick the biggest pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. It’s a chance to head out with the family in a cherished fall 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 support the local farms that grow them. And as Halloween approaches, some even offer spooky entertainment options after dark.

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.

Below are some of the top pumpkin fields near Buckhead to visit in 2021:

• Mitcham Farm
• Randy’s Pumpkin Patch
• Uncle Shucks Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
• Warbington Farms
• Yule Forest
• Fear The Woods