Popular Franklin Area Pumpkin Patches

FRANKLIN, WI — Cooler autumn days are quickly approaching in the Franklin area, which means it's time to start planning your family’s yearly trek to the country to find the best pumpkins.

There are a few weeks left to pick out a great pumpkin for a Halloween jack-o'-lantern. Many pumpkin patches offer free activities such as hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is relatively safe, but mask and social distancing guidelines and hours of operation may change. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website.

Below are some of the top pumpkin fields in the Franklin area to visit in 2021:

• Carlson's Family Farm
• Creuziger's Land of the Giants Pumpkin Farm
• Emsley Farm
• Jerry Smith Produce & Pumpkin Farm
• Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm
• Richardson Farms
• Simon's Sunny Side Produce
• Thompson Strawberry Farm