Fall is around the corner so it’s the perfect time to indulge in delicious treats, spend time with family and friends and enjoy the crisp, cool air. The DC, Maryland and Virginia areas are home to the best spots to celebrate the fall season. From fall festivals to pumpkin patches, there are so many great family-friendly spots to visit around Washington, DC.
In this guide we’ve rounded up the best pumpkin patches and fall festivals near Washington, DC. Take a trip to one of these amazing family-friendly spots and enjoy the fall season.
Clark’s Elioak Farm
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Clark’s Elioak Farm’s 2025 Pumpkin Patch isn’t just about picking a pumpkin — it’s a full-on fall experience packed with charm. Visitors can ride the hay wagon out to the patch, explore the Enchanted Pine Tree Forest, enjoy play areas and slides, and browse the farm gift shop. From Oct. 25–26, the farm hosts festive Halloween costume parades at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and on Nov. 1–2, the long‑running Pumpkin Chucking Weekend makes for a fun finale.
Phone: 410-730-4049
Location: 10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD
Dates and hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 13-Nov. 2
Messick’s Farm Market
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Messick’s 2025 Fall Festival invites families to a lively autumn celebration on weekends (and Columbus Day) from Sept. 20 through Oct. 26, with a highlight event on Oct. 4 at Messick’s Farm Market. Guests can enjoy a giant corn maze, hayrides, zip line, barrel train, petting zoo, bounce pillow, Crunchkin painting, kid tattoos and the ever-exciting candy cannon, plus fun add-on experiences like gemstone mining and duck races for a hands-on twist.
Phone: (540) 439-8900
Location: 6025 Catlett Road, Bealeton, VA
Dates and Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and Monday, Oct. 13
Cox Farms
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Family-owned and operated since 1972, the Cox Farms Fall Festival is the largest and most popular seasonal event in the Washington, DC area. From their world-famous hayride to their corny Cornundrum and giant slides, their Fall Festival has something for the whole family. Tickets to their Fall Festival include a pumpkin to take home.
Festival admission types and prices vary depending on when you visit. Discount days are offered, as well as other special pricing days: Discount Day, Value Day, Regular Day or Peak Day. All four ticket types include access to all activities and events.
Phone: (703) 830-4121
Location: 15621 Braddock Road, Centreville, VA
Dates and Hours: Fall Festival is from September to November
- September/October: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.(last entry is at 5 p.m); November: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last entry is at 4 p.m.); Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday
Review Highlight: “A fun afternoon in the fall. The hayride is very well done. We got to mingle with the goats and see the piglets. Great place for families. Lots of festive photo opportunities,” says Catherine Harper, Google Reviews.
Great Country Farms
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Come pick a perfect pumpkin right from the patch where the finest pumpkins in Virginia are grown. Celebrate fall and enjoy an unforgettable experience picking pumpkins, getting lost in their corn maze and roasting marshmallows at the bonfire. Don’t forget those freshly made Cider Donuts. If you’re up for real excitement, shoot pumpkins from a cannon, feed P-Rex, the pumpkin munchin’ dinosaur or pick the winning pig in the annual running of the swine at The Oinkintucky Derby Pig Races. Advance ticket purchases for weekends are recommended in case they sell out.
Phone: (540) 554-2073
Location: 34345 Snickersville Turnpike, Bluemont, VA
Dates and Hours: Open daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 1-31
Review Highlight: “That was the most incredible “pumpkin patch” I’ve ever been to! In addition to all the wonderful and varied activities for kids of all ages, the pumpkin patch and flowers were absolutely amazing!!!” shares Martie Thomas, Google Reviews.
Nall’s Produce and Garden Center
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Pumpkin Hill has been a Franconia tradition for over 30 years. Browse dozens of varieties of pumpkins and gourds, let your kids climb and explore the pumpkin play area and take photos at their famous Pumpkin Wall. Pick up some apple cider, pumpkin butter and other seasonal treats.
Phone: (703) 971-4068
Location: 7310 Beulah St., Kingstowne, VA
Dates and Hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday
Review Highlight: “Love Nalls! We go every fall for pumpkins. They have it so beautifully decorated and laid out,” says Nicole Yull, Google Reviews.
Baugher’s Orchards and Farm
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A family-friendly farm featuring pick-your-own produce, a market, hay rides and a petting zoo. Come out during September and October weekends for Pick-Your-Own pumpkins. Their markets are overflowing with all types of pumpkins during the fall season.
Phone: (410) 848-5541
Location: Baugher’s Farm 1015 Baugher Road, Westminster, MD
Dates and Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. September and October weekends only, crop and weather permitting
Review Highlight: “A lot of fun! Hayride to the pumpkin patch and apple orchard for pick-your-own. Store has plenty of goods (apple fritters, various pies, and other goodies), Petting zoo for the kids. Worth the trip with family,” says James Lea, Google Reviews.
Butler’s Orchard
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A family-focused farm with pick-your-own patches, a kids’ play area and hayrides, plus a market and cafe. Back again for another year is the Pumpkin Festival with three options available for you to take home pumpkins. Options include a drive to the Pumpkin Patch, shopping at the Festival Market and visiting the Pumpkin Yard with pumpkins available to purchase for 75 cents per pound. A variety of activities including hayrides, playgrounds, a twisted corn maze and corn hole games are included with admission and reservations are strongly encouraged.
Phone: (301) 428-0444
Location: 22222 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, MD
Dates and Hours: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, last entry at 5 p.m.
Review Highlight: “My family loves this place. They have great products. Their Pumpkin Festival is spectacular,” says Jenna Capacchione, Google Reviews.
Larriland Farm
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Larriland Farm, family-owned and operated by the Moore family since 1973, offers a pick-your-own harvest experience. The farm also offers a hayride through the woods, a Straw Maze, a Boo Barn for kids and a variety of food trucks on select weekends.
Phone: (410) 442-2605
Location: 2415 Woodbine Road, Woodbine, MD
Dates and Hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday through the first Sunday in November.
Review Highlight: The farm is amazing. There are so many pumpkins. The farm has a great landscape. The drive to the farm is nice scenery. I love to come back to this farm again,” says Oliver David, Google Reviews.
Millburn Orchard
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This family-owned and operated farm has been growing and selling fresh fruit since 1902 and is now run by the fourth generation of the Milburn family. Every year, there is a Fall Festival starting in August that offers a ton of family-friendly fun. From pumpkins and gourds available in all shapes and sizes to Hayrides, Boo Barns and fall-themed photo ops, there is no shortage of fall fun. Online ticket purchase is discounted and highly recommended.
Phone: (410) 398–1349
Location: 1495 Appleton Road, Elkton, MD
Dates and Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
Review Highlight: “Prices of pumpkins and candy apples are a bit expensive but the experience is always fun! This place always puts me in the spirit of the fall season. And, the animals are cute too!” says Tina Vitale, Google reviews.
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