Flannels, mums, and hay rides — oh my! Fall is the best time of year in Illinois, and one of our greatest traditions is spending an afternoon at the pumpkin patch, carefully selecting our favorite orange gourds. Growing up in the country, I was surrounded by family farms, many of which offered pumpkins for sale once fall rolled around. Add in extras like cider doughnuts, corn mazes, and outdoor attractions and we’re really feeling the spirit. To help spread some autumnal joy, we’ve rounded up the seven best pumpkin patches in Illinois — perfect for a small-town day trip.

1. Goebbert's Farm — South Barrington and Pingree Grove
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Goebbert's Farm - South Barrington/Facebook
Starting our journey in Northern Illinois, we head to Goebbert's Farm, which has locations in South Barrington and Pingree Grove. This massive outdoor fall playground is recognizable from miles away by its distinctive and beloved pumpkin smiley face silo — something I always loved seeing growing up in the area. Since 1972, the farm has delighted families with its massive pumpkin patch, and today has nearly everything one could dream of and more: a garden center, a bakery and fresh produce shop, tons of pumpkins, and a fall festival that runs through Halloween. The fest includes a haunted house, jumping pillow, a pumpkin-eating dinosaur, wagon rides, pig racing, gem mining, magic shows, a corn maze, and more. Until October 30, the farm is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.

Learn more by visiting the Goebbert's Farm website, the South Barrington Goebbert's Farm Facebook page, and the Pingree Grove Goebbert's Farm Facebook page.
2. Kuipers Family Farm — Maple Park
Kuipers Family Farm/Facebook
I'll always have a special place in my heart for the Maple Park favorite Kuipers Family Farm. Not only did I briefly work on the pumpkin farm myself one year, but my grandpa played Santa there during the Christmas season and pulled tractors full of eager apple and pumpkin pickers for years. Kuipers is truly a family-operated farm and is one of the best in the state. It offers fields of pumpkins, a farm store, a mountain slide, a jumping pillow, pig races, a haunted forest and scream shed, farm animals, hayrides, and so much more as part of its fall Funfarm. Plus, on the other side of the property is a huge bakery and shop with wine, apples for picking, and more.

Get all the details by checking out the Kuipers Family Farm website and the Kuipers Family Farm Facebook page.
3. Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Festival — Homer Glen
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Bengston's Pumpkin Farm/Facebook
Next we head to Homer Glen for another incredible world of seasonal fun at Bengston's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Festival. Part pumpkin patch-part theme park, this farm is host to 13 family-friendly rides, including a Barnstormer Wave Swinger, spinning barrels, Barnyard Dance Cow Coaster, a Gemstone and Arrowhead Mining Sluice, and many more. Of course, plenty of farm animals will be on hand for pets, plus a family selfie station, hayrides, a railroad, and a pumpkin chucker.

Start planning your trip by visiting the Bengston's Pumpkin Farm website and the Bengston's Pumpkin Farm Facebook page.
4. Lindberg Pumpkin Patch — Caledonia
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Just south of the Wisconsin border is the Lindberg Pumpkin Patch in Caledonia, a 7-acre U-pick patch filled with perfectly pickable pumpkins. The farm is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily and also includes a barnyard, corn maze, shopping, food (make sure to get some cider doughnuts!), and great family photo ops. For many, this place has become an annual trip not to be missed!

Learn how to make Lindberg Pumpkin Patch your next fall adventure by checking out their website and Facebook page!
5. Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch — Champaign
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In Central Illinois is the family-owned Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch, a Champaign must-visit destination since 1977. The farm has pumpkins available for picking or in its shop — all perfect for carving, pie-making, or decor. On the farm, you'll also find horse-drawn wagon rides, a giant slide, a pumpkin jumping pad, a corn maze, pony rides, a kids' area, a goat petting zoo, a playground, an orchard store, a cafe, and much more.

Start planning your visit by checking out the Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch website and the Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch Facebook page.
6. The Great Pumpkin Patch — Arthur
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The Great Pumpkin Patch/Facebook
In Illinois' Amish country, we find The Great Pumpkin Patch, a serene farm with stunning views of the countryside. This pumpkin patch boasts about 300 varieties of pumpkins and displays more than 5,000 gorgeous mums. Pick your own pumpkins or pick your favorite from the hundreds of freshly harvested. While you're there, enjoy the mazes and wagon rides, Homestead Bakery, a sweets shop, historic buildings, live music, and thousands of beautiful flowers. The farm opens on September 20 and runs through October 29, with visiting hours between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., Wednesdays - Sundays.

Get all the info you need at The Great Pumpkin Patch's website and The Great Pumpkin Patch's Facebook page.
7. Pumpkin Blossom Hill — Red Bud
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Pumpkin Blossom Hill
In Southern Illinois, the family-owned Pumpkin Blossom Hill offers an idyllic pumpkin patch experience with tons of gourds to choose from, plus a corn pit, slides, mechanical bull, swings, a tractor playground, a craft/antique store, and areas for picnicking families. Pro tip: Visit on a weekend day to try their kettle corn!

Start making your plans by heading to the Pumpkin Blossom Farm website and the Pumpkin Blossom Farm Facebook page.

Which of these best pumpkin patches in Illinois have you visited? Which are on your fall bucket list? Have another favorite pumpkin patch? Tell us in the comments! And if you’re like me and want to make sure you’re full on-theme for the fall, this adorable bestselling pumpkin sweatshirt from Etsy has more than 6,000  positive reviews and is the perfect way to stay comfy and cozy during autumnal adventures.

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