As the spooky season draws nigh, local pumpkin patches ready their gourds and prepare an assortment of autumnal activities for the whole family. From September through Halloween, they will offer a variety of pumpkin-picking opportunities, as well as attractions such as corn mazes, hay rides, petting zoos, jump zones, festive seasonal fare and even wine tastings.
The famed Petaluma Pumpkin Patch on Stony Point Road opens Sept. 19, the first patch of the season in Sonoma County. Since 1993, locals and visitors alike have traveled in droves to the north Petaluma patch — not only to pick their favorite pumpkin for Halloween, but also to challenge their sense of direction when navigating owner and farmer Jim Groverman’s 4-acre Amazing Corn Maze.
A fourth generation Sonoma County farmer, Groverman carefully designs the corn maze each year, planting over 150,000 corn seeds for the unique course. Groverman also sustainably grows 5 acres of pumpkins, including over 50 varieties of the gourd and other squash.
As one of the oldest family-run pumpkin patches in the county, the Petaluma Pumpkin Patch, now in its 33rd year, has long been a reliable fall retreat for gourd picking, maze walking, pony rides and more.
Read on below to find more pumpkin patches in Sonoma County and start plotting your 2025 autumn adventures.
Sonoma County
Petaluma Pumpkin Patch
Open Sept. 19 through Nov. 1. The pumpkin patch boasts a 4-acre corn maze and a large assortment of pumpkins to pick, making it a sought-after patch come autumn. Plus, the patch has local food vendors on site and offers children activities, such as pony rides, jump houses, face painting and a carnival fun slide. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 450 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, 707-781-3132, petalumapumpkinpatch.com
Mickelson Pumpkin Patch
Open Sept. 20 through Nov. 2. The patch will have a large variety of traditional and specialty pumpkins for sale from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Activities at the patch include cornhole, giant Jenga, an animal farm, apple cannon, paintball gallery, corn pits, a 1-acre hay maze, grain train rides, a super slide and a jump zone. Admission to attractions range from free to $30. Food vendors will also be on site. 5495 Redwood Highway South, Petaluma, 707-490-8088, mickelsonpumpkinpatch.com
Pronzini Farms Pumpkin Patch
Open Sept. 27 through Oct. 31. The patch offers a variety of pumpkins in a rural setting, enhanced by decorated vintage vehicles. Attractions include a haunted trail and western village, hay tower, giant slides, bounce houses, tractor rides, petting zoo, steer toss and corn pit. As a new feature this year, Petaluma’s Sax’s Joint will serve food and drinks at the patch Friday through Sunday. There will also be live music from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Admission ranges from free to $7, with plenty of activities included in admission, and punch cards for other premium attractions range from $31.25 to $106.25. During the month of October, the patch will host Fright Nights leading guests on a guided tour in the dark through its haunted village from 7-10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Fright Night tickets are $20 and the tour is recommended for people 12 and over. Pumpkin patch hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. 3795 Adobe Road, Petaluma, 707-778-3871, pronzinifarms.com
Santa Rosa Pumpkin Patch
Open Sept. 27 through Oct. 31. The Santa Rosa Pumpkin Patch offers a wide assortment of activities, in addition to its range of pumpkins for sale. Attractions include a Barnyard Ballzone, 8-acre corn maze, hay bale pyramid, petting zoo, bounce houses, cornhole, pony rides, pumpkin tether ball and country tire swing set. Pumpkin patch passes are $5 and include access to a number of activities. Passes for other premium activities, including the corn maze, range from $15 to $30. Pumpkins are priced by size. Admission is free for children 2 and under. Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. The patch closes at 6 p.m. sharp on Oct. 31. 5157 Stony Point Road, Santa Rosa, 707-582-3276, santarosapumpkinpatch.com
Muelrath Ranches Pumpkin Patch
Open Sept. 27 through Oct. 31. The Muelrath pumpkin patch offers free family-fun activities with the purchase of a pumpkin. It includes a haunted house, picnic area, hay pyramid, toddler’s corn maze and a narrated hay ride. Refreshments will be available for purchase. New this year is a “Pups at the Patch” event, hosted by TD Nutrition, from 2-6 p.m. Oct. 3. Entry fee is $12 per pup, and the first 20 dogs will get a free bandana. Email tdnutritioncoaching@gmail.com for more information. Historic tractors from the Santa Rosa branch of the National Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association will be on display from 2-5:50 p.m. Oct. 18-19. The patch will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 3800 Walker Ave., Santa Rosa. 707-585-2195, muelrathspumpkins.com
Punky’s Pumpkins
Open Oct. 1 through Oct. 31. Punky’s has been a reliable hometown pumpkin patch since 1995, offering a wide selection of pumpkins and other squash. Attractions at Punky’s include Johnny Popper tractor hay rides, train rides, bounce houses, a giant slide and cartoon billboards for fun photo ops. Snow cones, cotton candy and fresh squeezed lemonade will be available on weekends. Bring a lunch to enjoy at the patch’s picnic tables. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, 707-579-8474, punkysadobefarm.com
Larson Family Winery’s Pumpkin Patch
The winery’s pumpkin patch returns for the month of October, pairing family fun activities with wine tasting opportunities for adults. The patch is free to roam, and pumpkins, gourds and flint corn will be available to purchase. This year, Larson will host a Scarecrow Showdown inviting the public to enter a custom-made scarecrow for a chance to win a winery gift card. Deadline to enter is Oct. 1, after which scarecrows will be on display at the winery. Public voting begins Oct. 6 and closes Nov. 3; winners will be announced the following day. The winery will also host a canine costume contest from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 26, with wine-related prizes for the top three costumed pups. Wine tastings are $35-$50; reserve on Tock. 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma, 707-938-3031, larsonfamilywinery.com
Floating Pumpkin Patch
The Ridgway Swim Center will host its 14th annual Floating Pumpkin Patch on Oct. 18, with two separate, two-hour sessions in the day (the first starting at 1:30 p.m. and the second starting at 3:45 p.m.). Participants can pick a favorite bobbing pumpkin from the pool and dress it up at the decorating station. There will also be other games, crafts and prizes available for kids all afternoon. Entry fee is $12 (pumpkin included); children under 2 enter free. 455 Ridgway Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-543-3421, srcity.org
Pumpkins on Pikes
Tara Firma Farms will present its magical Pumpkins on Pikes fundraiser from 2-9 p.m. on Oct. 18, Oct. 19 and Oct. 25. Participants can pick a pumpkin to carve and decorate on site, then mount their lit jack-o’-lanterns on pikes for a glorious Halloween display. Food, drinks, live music and games will be available. Tickets are $40, which includes one pumpkin. Children 3 and under can attend free. Purchase tickets online. 3796 I St., Petaluma, 707-765-1202, tarafirmafarms.com