Illustrated pumpkins and hay bales for the Living in FWTX fall 2026 pumpkin patch guide.

Original seasonal illustration; not a photograph of a featured venue.

Looking for a DFW pumpkin patch before fall slips away? These seven picks offer a mix of corn mazes, garden displays, play areas, and full-day adventures. Hall’s in Grapevine is our starting point for a classic patch visit; Preston Trail Farms and Yesterland offer options beyond Halloween.

By Robert L. Wagner, REALTOR® | Living in FWTX
Updated October 26, 2026. This is a curated shortlist, not a measured ranking. Picks balance activities, variety, and trip planning for Fort Worth readers.

Plan before you go: several seasons finish October 31 or November 1. Confirm your date, weather closures, tickets, and activity availability using each venue’s official link. Travel times depend on your starting point and traffic.

Seven picks at a glance

  • Hall’s Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze — Grapevine: A classic pumpkin patch and corn maze outing. Published season ends November 1, 2026.
  • Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch — Sanger: Play areas for a visit with younger children. Published season ends October 31, 2026.
  • Pumpkins on the Prairie — Frisco: An outing with no entry fee. Published season ends October 31, 2026, at 5 p.m.
  • Autumn at the Arboretum — Dallas: Elaborate pumpkin displays and garden scenery. Published season ends November 1, 2026.
  • Blase Family Farm — Rockwall: A wooded farm setting with animals and a hayride. Published season ends November 1, 2026.
  • Preston Trail Farms’ Big Orange Pumpkin Farm — Gunter: A pumpkin farm option after Halloween. Published season ends November 25, 2026.
  • Yesterland Farm Fall Festival — Canton: A longer day trip with rides and a corn maze. Published season ends November 8, 2026.

1. Hall’s Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze — Grapevine

Why it made the list: A classic pumpkin patch and corn maze outing.

For a traditional fall afternoon, Hall’s combines pumpkins, a two-acre corn maze, and hayrides. Grapevine is a useful starting point for Fort Worth readers who want a farm-style outing without heading to the far eastern side of the region.

Where: 3420 Hall Johnson Road, Grapevine.
2026 season ends: November 1.

Before you go: Bring cash: the farm is cash only. It is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. For the remaining season, Wednesday–Thursday hours are 3–8 p.m., Friday 3–9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–9 p.m., and Sunday 1–8 p.m.

Check Hall’s Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze’s official details

2. Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch — Sanger

Why it made the list: Play areas for a visit with younger children.

Cobbins pairs its pumpkin patch with a hay maze, playground, and Toddler Village. Its enclosed area for ages two and under makes this a particularly useful option to compare when planning a visit with very young children.

Where: 1926 Milam Road E., Sanger.
2026 season ends: October 31.

Before you go: Public hours are Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. With the season ending October 31, Saturday, October 31 is the remaining scheduled public day after this article’s update. Check weather notices before driving.

Check Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch’s official details

3. Pumpkins on the Prairie — Frisco

Why it made the list: An outing with no entry fee.

This Grace Avenue pumpkin patch is worth a look when you want an outing with flexible spending. Entry is free, with pumpkins, concessions, and the pumpkin-launching activity costing extra. The site also lists a hay labyrinth and other seasonal activities.

Where: 3521 Main Street, Frisco.
2026 season ends: October 31 at 5 p.m.

Before you go: Regular hours are weekdays 2–7 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–7 p.m., and Sundays 11:30 a.m.–7 p.m. Halloween is different: the season ends at 5 p.m. Activity availability depends on weather and staffing.

Check Pumpkins on the Prairie’s official details

4. Autumn at the Arboretum — Dallas

Why it made the list: Elaborate pumpkin displays and garden scenery.

Choose the Dallas Arboretum for a garden visit built around autumn displays rather than a farm setting. Its 2026 Harvest Hues theme brings an art-inspired approach to Pumpkin Village, with more than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash across the grounds.

Where: 8525 Garland Road, Dallas.
2026 season ends: November 1.

Before you go: The gardens list daily hours of 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Check admission, parking, and ticket availability directly before making the trip.

Check Autumn at the Arboretum’s official details

5. Blase Family Farm — Rockwall

Why it made the list: A wooded farm setting with animals and a hayride.

Blase offers a different atmosphere: a wooded farm with a petting zoo, hayride, hay maze, and seasonal photo opportunities. It is an option for readers happy to make a longer trip east for a smaller-scale farm experience.

Where: 1232 E. Fork Road, Rockwall.
2026 season ends: November 1.

Before you go: Reserve a visit through the farm’s sign-up link. Hours are weekdays 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays noon–6 p.m. Wear sturdy shoes for natural, uneven terrain.

Check Blase Family Farm’s official details

6. Preston Trail Farms’ Big Orange Pumpkin Farm — Gunter

Why it made the list: A pumpkin farm option after Halloween.

If late October feels too rushed, Preston Trail Farms has the longest published season among these seven picks. Pumpkins, petting-farm animals, hayrides, and a hay maze give you several ways to build a fall outing north of the metroplex.

Where: 15102 TX-289, Gunter.
2026 season ends: November 25.

Before you go: The farm lists daily hours of 8 a.m.–8 p.m. through November 25. Admission inclusions differ between weekdays and weekends, so compare the current options before going.

Check Preston Trail Farms’ Big Orange Pumpkin Farm’s official details

7. Yesterland Farm Fall Festival — Canton

Why it made the list: A longer day trip with rides and a corn maze.

Yesterland suits a bigger excursion when you want more than pumpkin shopping. The fall festival combines a pumpkin patch and corn maze with rides and attractions. Canton is an extended trip from Fort Worth, so give the outing more room in your schedule.

Where: 15410 Interstate 20, Canton.
2026 season ends: November 8.

Before you go: The farm advertises Friday–Sunday fall visits through November 8, but individual dates and operating hours vary. Use its current calendar and ticket information to confirm your chosen day.

Check Yesterland Farm Fall Festival’s official details

Quick answers for your fall outing

Which of these pumpkin patches stays open latest in 2026?

Preston Trail Farms lists its Big Orange Pumpkin Farm season through November 25. Yesterland lists its fall festival through November 8. Check the specific operating day before traveling.

Which option has no entry fee?

Pumpkins on the Prairie in Frisco lists no entry fee. Pumpkins, concessions, and the pumpkin-launching activity cost extra; check the venue’s current details.

Do I need a reservation or cash?

Blase Family Farm uses advance sign-ups, and Hall’s Pumpkin Farm is cash only. Other venues have their own admission arrangements. Check the official link for the patch you choose.

Make the most of your visit

  • Choose the experience first: a quick pumpkin stop, garden walk, play-focused outing, or full festival day.
  • Wear comfortable outdoor shoes and check the forecast.
  • Budget for extras such as pumpkins, food, parking, or selected attractions where applicable.
  • Check pet, photography, and outside-food rules directly with the venue.

Discover more of life around Fort Worth

Seasonal outings are one way to get to know North Texas. If a move is on your mind, contact Robert L. Wagner to discuss your home search or selling plans. You can also browse homes for sale or read our first 30 days in Fort Worth checklist.

Robert L. Wagner, REALTOR® | RLW Real Estate, LLC
817-791-0631 | Living in FWTX

Editorial starting point: Say Yes to Dallas’s 2026 pumpkin patch roundup. Descriptions are original; planning details were checked against the venue websites linked above on October 26, 2026. Listings do not imply affiliation or sponsorship.

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