It’s time to take the kids to a pumpkin patch for a day of fun! Pick out pumpkins for Jack O’ Lanterns, get lost in a corn maze, and sample some fall treats. There are several pumpkin patches in Winnebago and Rock counties and a few more a short drive away. Make visiting a Stateline area pumpkin patch part of your family’s Fall tradition this year!
The Lindberg Pumpkin Patch
3178 IL Route 173, Caledonia, IL
The Lindberg Pumpkin Patch in Poplar Grove, Illinois has been a staple in the community since 1982 with the Lindberg family working behind the scenes until they purchased the patch in 2014. They have made some great improvements and additions over the past few years while keeping the spirit of the pumpkin patch the same.
Open: September 16 – October 31, 2022
Hours: 9 am – 6 pm daily
Cost: Free admission
$10 wristbands on weekdays include all activities, but corn maze and pumpkins
$10 admission on weekends
Pony rides and pumpkins are an additional charge.
Kids 2 and under and seniors are FREE
See this graphic for more information on what’s included with pricing.
Attractions:
- Thousands of pumpkins and gourds
- U Pick pumpkin patch
- Petting zoo with chickens, goats and other animals you can feed and pet
- 7 acre corn maze with a new design each year
- The World’s Largest Pumpkin – be sure to get a picture with this 10 foot tall landmark!
- Wagon rides
- Bounce house and obstacle course
- Playground and wooden train
- Corn box with tractors
- Pumpkin barrel ride
- Delicious food and treats like homemade chili, sweet corn, baked potatoes, pumpkin donuts, caramel apples and more
- Barn with decor and Halloween items
Skelly’s Farm Market
2713 South Hayner Road, Janesville, WI
Skelly’s Farm Market in Janesville, Wisconsin is a great place to visit in the summer and fall. They have a U Pick pumpkin patch and several attractions to keep kids busy.
Open: June – October 31, 2022
Hours: 9 am – 6 pm daily
Cost: Free admission
$10 for admission to both mazes
Kids 3 and under are FREE
Attractions:
- U Pick pumpkin patch
- Obstacle course
- Two corn mazes (Learn more about them here)
- Apple cannons (Weekends only)
- Wagon rides (Weekends only)
- Playgrounds
- Grain truck roller slide
- Playground
- Creek trail
- Corn box
- Treats including cider and donuts
Thyme and Again Farm
10944 N IL Route 2, Rockford, IL
Thyme and Again Farm in Rockford, Illinois offers a simple place to pick out a pumpkin and enjoy a delicious treat.
Open: September 17 – November 1, 2022
Hours: 9 am – 6 pm daily
Cost: Free admission
Attractions:
- Thousands of pumpkins and squash
- Many varieties of apples
- Bakery items like apple pie, pumpkin pie, and zucchini brownies
Up for a drive?
There are some awesome pumpkin patches a short drive away from Rockford, Illinois. If you are feeling adventurous and want to take a day trip then check out these other pumpkin patches in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch
42W813 Reinking Road, Hampshire, IL
Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch in Hampshire, Illinois has been a staple in the community since 1985. It’s is an amazing place where your family can spend the whole day having fun. Goebbert’s is about an hour’s drive from Rockford.
Open: August 26 – October 31, 2022
Hours: 9 am – 6 pm daily
Cost: Weekdays – $18, children two and under are free
Weekends and Holidays – $22, children two and under are free
Attractions:
- Thousands of pumpkins
- U Pick pumpkin patch
- Corn mazes – including a munchkin maze for little kids (Learn about the corn maze here.)
- Pig racing
- Pedal carts
- Corn box
- Bunny yard
- Pumpkin slide
- Giraffe barn
- Petting zoo
- Pony rides
- Camel rides
- Train rides
- Wagon rides
- Haunted house
- Jumping pillow
- Pumpkin eating dinosaur
- Delicious treats including caramel apples, donuts, pumpkin cookies and pie
All Seasons Orchard
14510 Route 176, Woodstock, IL
All Seasons Orchard in Woodstock, Illinois is a great place to spend their entire day. There are tons of activities for families to do including pumpkin picking. All Seasons is about an hour’s drive from Rockford.
Open: August 27 – October 30, 2022
Hours: Weekdays – 10 am – 5 pm
Weekends, Labor Day, and Columbus Day – 10 am – 6 pm
Cost: Weekday Barnyard Pass – $12 person
Weekends and Holiday Barnyard Pass – $17 person
Kids 2 and under are free.
Attractions:
- U Pick pumpkin patch
- Corn maze (Learn more about the corn maze here.)
- Pedal carts
- Pony rides
- Apple picking
- Petting zoo
- Jumping pillow
- Mini zipline
- Pig racing
- Magic shows
- Duck races
- Giant pig, bull and rooster
- Delicious treats like cider, caramel apples, and donuts
Hermanson Pumpkin Patch
127 County Road N, Edgerton, WI
The Hermanson Pumpkin Patch in Edgerton, Wisconsin is located on a family farm that’s been in operation for over 100 years. This small pumpkin patch is perfect for a relaxed family outing on the farm. Hermanson’s is about an hour’s drive from Rockford.
Open: September 15 – October 31, 2022
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday – 9 am – 5 pm
Closed Wednesdays
Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 9 am – 6 pm
Cost: Free admission
$1 per person wagon rides
Attractions:
- Pumpkin patch
- U Pick pumpkin patch
- Straw maze
- Wagon rides
- Animal exhibits including donkeys, rabbits, pigs, goats, cats and dogs
Thank you for this! We are going to try out All Seasons Orchard this Sunday. I never even knew this was here.
Awesome!