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FALL FAMILY FUN
PUMPKIN PATCHES, CORN MAZES AND HAYRIDES

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Important Tip:  Weather and staffing can sometimes cause changes in hours. Before driving a long distance to one of the destinations below, it is always a good idea to confirm their hours of operation.
​Franklin County
Breezy Hill Farm- (Benton)
618-937-2884.
Opening Day September 21st, 2024

Hours 10a-6pm
Closed on Monday

A family-oriented and friendly place for adults and children alike.
Play Barn, Petting Zoo ,Corn Maze,
Duck races, Hayrides, Fence Mazes

General Admission * 2023 
Children (Ages 1-12) :  $10.00: ncludes: Playbarn (Giant 'walk over' bridge with slides, huge corn pit with slides, also a toddler area), Petting Zoo, Corn Maze, Fence Maze, Duck Races, Tricycle Track, Whirly Gigs,   Fun Tires, Other Outdoor Activities and Picture Scenes.  

Adults & Children 13 and over:   $5.00
Hay Rides 
 $2.00 per person

Gemstone Mining $6.00 per bag.  Purchase bags inside General Store.Choose from: GemstoneFind, Fossil Find, or Arrowhead Find

website
twww.breezyhillfarm.net/

Facebook page
www.facebook.com/BreezyHillFarm/?ref=embed_page

Hamilton County

Hamilton County
Organ Farms
  • Organ Farms 
    Watch their Facebook page for 2024 updates 
  • https://www.facebook.com/OrganFarms/
 

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Jefferson County

Marlows Pumpkin Patch
Tentative Opening Day is September 14th


You can't have a pumpkin patch without pumpkins, and we do our best to bring you every variety we can! From our standard Jack 'O Lantern, to our beautiful Fairytales, to our delicious Long Island Cheeses, we strive to grow pumpkins that will fit your every need. We also cultivate many different varieties of tasty squash, gorgeous decorative gourds, and our famous mums.

Our pirate ship hay ride is arguably our most popular attraction, and for good reason! Sailors of all ages can climb aboard and cruise down our mile long path through our beautiful back 40. You'll stumble across many different sights as you meander along. . . Will you spy a witch or catch a glimpse of a ghost?  Come along and find out!

Our corn maze is the first attraction we added to our pumpkin patch, and each year it's grown bigger and better! We carve a path through the corn and sprinkle our trademark wooden characters and decorative displays throughout. In 2015, we also added a peewee maze for those little ones who may not feel ready to tackle our regular maze

Our Haunted Barn is a walkway through our barn that's filled with decorations that range from mood setting décor (such as cobwebs) to lights and animatronics. We have several themed rooms that feature attractions such as graveyards and a ghost room. There are no actors, and we gear it towards younger children.

We provide a free Family Area for you to enjoy! Come revel in our playground with seesaws, slides, and swings. We also have a corn pit, a jungle gym, and funnel ball. It's a great place to relax and enjoy spending time with your loved ones! Also, come check out some of our beloved friends in our Animal Viewing Area! 


*Handicapped accessible
*Appropriate for all ages
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Opening September 16th, 2024- October 29, 2024



Union County
St Mary's Pumpkin Patch
2024 Information not yet available



Hill Brother Pumpkins- Jonesboro
Check out their Facebook page for more information

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063471639769 


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 Union County (cont'd)
Rendleman Orchard
9680 Illinois 127
Alto Pass, Illinois

​Apple cider, pumpkins, gourds, mums, apple cide donuts
New, U pick Mums, sunflowers
https://rendlemanorchards.com


Williamson County
Bandys Pumpkin Patch-Johnston City
​15020 Pumpkin Patch Rd.
Johnston City

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618-983-8676.

September 21st- October 30th

Lots of fall fun located between Johnston City and Herrin. Take home a pumpkin or two, a few gourds, or some Indian corn along with some rock candy from the concession stand. Bandy's has a play barn with slides and bounce areas for smaller children. Along with a hayride for all ages. Concession Stand complete with soda and snacks for after trying to find that one special pumpkin. Face painting for all children as well. They also have bathrooms on site. Come with the kids and pick out all of your fall decorations​

​Check out their website at 
https://bandyspumpkinpatch.com/

The Patch
14656 Pittsburg Rd
Marion, Illinois 62959
September 23rd - October 30th

A family fun upick pumpkin patch in Marion il The Patch has pumpkins of all sizes and colors to choose
Keep checking their Facebook page for hours and special events
https://www.facebook.com/thepatchfarm24 


Pierce Farm
Upick flower fields, pumpkins, mums, straw bales and fun family events!
14644 Bandyville Rd., Herrin, IL, United States, Illinois
+1 618-925-6267
https://www.facebook.com/piercefarmbandyville​

Wayne County
Shreve's Pumpkin Patch

2142 County Road 150 N
Barnhill, Illinois 62809

Family-owned and operated.
Our opening day is Saturday, September 9th.
Hay rides- Saturdays and Sundays only beginning Saturday, September 16th. ( weather permitting)
Days of operation:
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Wednesday through Saturday's - 10:00 till 6:00.
Sundays- 12:00 to 6:00
To schedule field trips, we are asking that you call us at either 618-896-5656 or 618-516-1853


Special events posted on Facebook page
​https://www.facebook.com/ShrevesPumpkinPatch/ 
2142 County Road 150 N
Barnhill, Illinois 6280

Carterville
Pumpkin Path

October 31st
6-8 pm

Join the Carterville Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with businesses and organizations for Pumpkin Path 2024 along Division Street, Thursday, October 31st, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
If interested in participating in the Pumpkin Path 2024, please contact the Chamber Office at 618-985-6942 or [email protected] to register you location on the PATH.

Carterville
James Street Park
Haunted Hayride
October 24th 7-10 PM
October 26th 7-11 PM
Please join the Carterville Lions Club for our annual Haunted Hayride at James Street Park in Carterville. Dates and times are as follows:
-October 24th 7:00pm - 10:00pm
-October 25th and 26th 7:00pm - 11:00pm
-Tickets: $6 in advance using QR Code or going to https://www.eventbrite.com/.../carterville-lions-club...
-Hayride all 3-nights!





​Just a short drive away:
​Belleville
Eckerts  Family Farm and  Seasonal Pick Your Own Crops
Belleville Illinois

https://www.eckerts.com/
Year Round Activities, restaurant, concerts, special events, pick your own pumpkins, kids activities, custard shop, gardening center
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Nashville Illinois
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo & Exotic Farm
9906 Illinois 15 Nashville, IL
Pumpkin Pickin' at Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo & Exotic Farm
Admission (Cash or Check Only): $10 per person; Children under 1 year free;
Group Rates - $8 per person, 25 or more.
ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA TO CALL BEFORE YOU COME OUT SINCE THIS IS A WORKING FARM!
Come to the farm to meet the animals and find the perfect pumpkin for your jack-o-lantern.

Sikeston
Beggs Family Farm- Sikeston
Bring your group or whole family out for one our Fall Harvest Festival. See a working farm, get lost in the The MAZE© cornfield maze the Miner Max® maze, relax on a wagon ride, interact with the farm animals, pick your own pumpkin right from the patch, eat delicious home-made fudge, and stock up on all your seasonal supplies.


Visit www.beggsfamilyfarm.com to find out info on what is included with admission.  $15.95 online and $18.95 at the gate
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