Rochester’s pumpkin-picking season begins in mid-September and coincides with the beginning of fall. And while the quest begins to find the perfect jack-o’-lantern for Halloween, activities offered at local farms go well beyond pumpkins.
Several Rochester-area farms offer a full day’s worth of outdoor activities, food, and entertainment. From bumpy wagon rides and challenging corn mazes to savoring the sweetness of fresh apple cider and donuts, there’s no end to the farm-themed fun awaiting you.
Pumpkin-Themed Activities in Monroe County
Powers Farm Market
Pittsford
September 1-October 31, 2024
Powers Farm Market is a popular fall destination offering a range of seasonal treats like pies, breads, and candied apples. Visitors can enjoy Halloween hayrides and spooky teepee tours and pick up fall decorations such as mums, corn stalks, and pumpkins. The farm is open daily, with extended hours on weekends.
Stokoe Farms
Scottsville
September 21–October 27, 2024
Open on weekends
Stokoe Farms’ annual family-friendly Harvest Fest features over 40 activities, including hayrides, pumpkin picking, and the largest petting zoo in the area. Special attractions such as the Candy Cannon and The Canine Spectacular will add to the fun. Be sure not to miss out on the farm’s delicious treats, such as apple cider donuts, kettle corn, and homemade fudge.
Wickham Farms
Penfield
August 10–October 31, 2023
Open Thursday–Tuesday, 10am–7pm
Wickham Farms offers a variety of fall attractions and food options perfect for families. Enjoy over 30 attractions, including a corn maze, hillside slide, mini golf, and farm animals. The food options range from freshly baked donuts and burgers to funnel cakes and roasted corn. Special treats like caramel apples and hot cider are also available. The farm is open from Thursday to Sunday, with different food locations operating based on visitor volume. It’s an ideal spot for a day of fun and delicious farm-fresh food.
Pumpkin-Themed Activities in Greater Rochester
Long Acre Farms
Macedon
September 21–October 26, 2023
Long Acre Farms celebrates fall weekends from September through October with a variety of family activities. Highlights include a 5-acre corn maze, wagon rides, pumpkin picking, and a farm market offering fresh produce and baked goods. Kids can have fun in the Back 40 play area, which features a jumping pillow, zip lines, and more. Special events such as “Moonlight Mazes” are also offered to add extra excitement to the season. The farm is open on weekends, with additional activities available on select weekdays.
Pumpkin Farm Markets
Monroe County
- Bauman’s Farm Market Webster
- Blodgett Family Farm Hilton
- Cobble Creek Farm Spencerport
- Ford Farm Chili
- Powers Farm Market Pittsford
- Stokoe Farms Scottsville
- Whittier Fruit Farm North Chili
- Wickham Penfield
- Wood Acres Penfield
Greater Rochester Area
- Burnap’s Farm Market Sodus
- G & S Orchards Walworth
- Long Acre Farms Macedon
- Morgan’s Farm Market Marion
- Shortsville Reindeer Farm Shortsville
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The Skeleton Army
4017 County Road 4, Canandaigua
Head out to Hopewell near Canandaigua for this amazing Halloween display. Over 200 skeletons (humans, horses, dinosaurs, and dogs) are marching on the home, which is heavily defended by trees. Check out the Haunted Housel on CR-4 Facebook page for the most current information.
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What are your favorite pumpkin-themed activities?
Your insights and experiences are valuable. Please share them in the comments.
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What about specifically listing places that do haunted hay rides and another list for corn mazes?
Corn mazes are offered at Wickham, Stokes, and and Long Acre. You may also enjoy our guide to paranormal activities, which is where I opted to include haunted hayrides: https://daytrippingroc.com/paranormal-activities/
Are there any non commercialized side of the road pumpkin patches anyone can recommend?
I have a yard display that everyone can see now and we are also doing a haunted house on Halloween with LOTS of candy open to the public 225 ridgecrest rd 14626
Fun, Erin! Thanks for sharing!