Homewood-Area Halloween 2020: Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, Events

HOMEWOOD, IL — Coronavirus has taken its toll on Illinois, canceling events and postponing sports, graduations and even weddings, but there’s one thing it hasn’t taken from us: Fall fun. From pumpkin patches to apple orchards to corn mazes and fall events, there’s plenty to keep us busy as the weather turns cool and crisp.

Here’s a roundup of the places in and around Homewood where you can pick a pumpkin, gather up fall apples, wind your way through a corn maze or attend a safe and socially distanced fall event.

Pumpkin patches, corn mazes near Homewood:

Konow's Corn Maze

• Address: 16849 S Cedar Road, Homer Glen
• Season: Sept. 19 to Oct. 30
• Hours of operation: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Closed on Tuesdays.
• Attractions: Konow's has two corn mazes — one with 3.4 miles of twists and turns and a 0.4-mile kids' corn maze. Konow's also has an animal barn, fun rides, hayrides, two corn pits, two jumping pillows, a western town, putting green, weekend face painting, evening campfires and a shooting gallery. Masks must be worn on all rides and 6-feet social distancing is in effect on the grounds.
• Cost: $10 per person on Monday through Friday and $12 per person on Saturday, Sunday and Columbus Day. $13 admission on Charity Day (Oct. 4). Ages 2 and younger get in free. Active military and veterans get in free when they show their military ID.

Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

• Address: 18900 Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park.
• Season: Sept. 26 to Oct. 31 [closed Sept. 28-Sept. 30 and Oct. 5- Oct. 7]
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Attractions: A variety of attractions, include a corn maze, cow train, hay rides and more.
• Admission: $16 on weekdays and $18 on weekends.
• Contact: (708)429-3800.

Bengtson's

• Address: 13341 W. 151st. Street, Homer Glen
• Season: Sept. 25 to Nov. 2
• Hours of operation: Hours vary. More information is available on Bengston's website.
• Attractions: Tractor Town, Happy Swing, chicken truck, mega slide, cow coaster, free selfie booth, gemstone and arrow head mining, pony rides, petting zoo, haunted barn, fun barn, pumpkins and more.
• Pumpkins, produce and more: You can pick the perfect pumpkin, take home some of Bengtson's specialty products, enjoy an apple cider donut and several other delectable treats.
• Cost: Admission ranges from $13.99 to $25.99, depending on the day and time. See the website for more details. Military (active duty or retired) are admitted free with ID. Pony rides an additional $6.

Fall events in Homewood:

• Fall Art Workshop for Kids: A three-hour class filled with exciting activities. The class is open to all skill levels and all supplies are included. The event will take place at the Irwin Community Center, 18120 Highland Ave, Homewood, on Oct. 17 from 1-4 p.m.
• Trick or Treat Trail: This fun trick or treat alternative will comply with local and CDC guidelines to keep your little goblins safe. Preregister your child(ren) for a time slot, space is limited. To maintain proper distancing and event size, a maximum of one adult per child will be allowed to enter the trail. Saturday, Oct. 31 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
• Butterball Burner 5k Fun Run: Thanksgiving is sooner than it might feel! The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District wants you to put down those leftovers, grab your running shoes, and head over to the Fitness Club for the 17th Annual Butterball Burner! Join the park district as they celebrate 17 years of burning the post Thanksgiving Day bloat with this fun run. All ages and abilities welcome. Friday, Nov. 27 from 9 a.m.– 11 a.m.

More fall fun:

• Halloween 2020: Submit Your Haunt For Patch's Tour o' Scary Yards
• 2020 Fall Foliage Peak Map: When Leaves Are Best In Illinois
• Fall Fun Amid COVID-19: Illinois Apple Orchards, Fall Fests Reopen

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