Best Johns Creek-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

JOHNS CREEK, GA — Along with crisp air and turning leaves, a fall tradition for many families is a visit to a local pumpkin patch. And while the coronavirus pandemic of 2020 has caused some of the region's pumpkin patches to modify how they operate, quite a few will be open this fall. We have hours, attractions and activities as the pumpkin-picking season ramps up.

In many cases, coronavirus precautions have merely changed — not shut down — area pumpkin patches and their entertainment options. Below is a list of some of our favorite pumpkin patches near Johns Creek.

• Name: Buford Corn Maze
  • Address: 4470 Bennett Rd., Buford
  • October hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays. The week of Halloween open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Haunted Forest open dark to closing.
  • Attractions: Corn maze, popcorn jumping pillow, combine slide, hayrides, pumpkins, corn box, haunted forest, pony rides, animal viewing, photo opportunities, food and drinsk
  • Pricing: $15 Corn Maze, $15 Haunted Forest, $25 Combo Ticket; SEASON PASSES: $35 Corn Maze Pass, $35 Haunted Forest Pass, $60 Combo Ticket Pass
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• Name: Scottsdale Farms
  • Address: 15639 Birmingham Hwy., Milton
  • Season opening/closing dates: Oct. 1-18
  • Attractions: Hayrides at Scottsdale Farms are filled with hay bales and are pulled by a big farm tractor. In the family fun field, you'll also find the corn maze, lawn games, and a sunflower field that makes a perfect photo backdrop. Other events include classes to make pumpkin succulents, fall tablescapes and fall containers. Pumpkin painting for toddlers will be at 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 14. The class is limited to eight children, $5 per child. Reservations are needed and can be booked by calling 770-777-5875.
  • Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays
  • Pricing: $7 per person or a maximum of $25 per family. Children under 2 years old are free.
  • Phone: 770-777-5875
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• Name: Painting with a Twist
  • Address: 11770 Haynes Bridge Rd, #801, Alpharetta
  • 7 p.m. on Oct. 17
  • Attractions: "Boo-tiful Pumpkins"
  • Pricing: $39-$47 per person
  • Phone: 470-294-0051
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More fall fun: 2020 Fall Foliage Peak Map: When Leaves Are Best In Georgia

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