Pumpkin Fields Near Oak Forest

OAK FOREST, IL — Going 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 beloved autumn ritual full of enjoyable activities.

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

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin farm 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 some of the top pumpkin farms near Oak Forest to visit in 2021:

• Bengtson’s Pumpkin Fest
• Puckerville Farms
• Crosswind Farms
• Johansen Farms
• Kregel’s Pumpkin Patch
• Siegels Cottonwood Farm
• Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up
• Elzinga Farm & Greenhouse
• Settlers Pond Shelter
• Konow's Corn Maze

If we missed your favorite pumpkin patch, be sure to tell us about it in the comments below.