The Complete 2026 Guide to Pumpkin Patches in Denver, Boulder and the Front Range
Few places do fall quite like Colorado's Front Range. By late September, mornings finally begin to cool down, cottonwoods turn yellow, the foothills take on their autumn colors and farms from Littleton to Longmont fill with pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides and families trying to get the perfect fall photo.
The Denver and Boulder area also has an unusually large variety of pumpkin patches. There are sprawling attractions where you can spend an entire day, working farms where you can walk into the field and pick a pumpkin from the vine, free-admission farms where you only pay for what you do, organic pumpkin farms, neighborhood fall festivals and even pumpkin events inside Denver itself.
This guide covers 18 of the best pumpkin patches and fall-farm destinations within a reasonable drive of Denver or Boulder for the 2026 season.
It has been updated as of August 26, 2026. Several farms have already published their complete 2026 calendars and pricing, while others are still displaying last year's information.
Official Website — for current hours, tickets and weather-related closures.
2026 Denver & Boulder Pumpkin Patch Quick Guide
| Pumpkin Patch | Location | 2026 Season | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Farms | Erie | Sept. 23–Oct. 31 | $13.50–$50 depending on date/ticket |
| Maize in the City | Thornton | Opens Sept. 19 | Free entry; attractions à la carte |
| Cottonwood Farms | Lafayette | Sept. 23–Oct. 31 | $10.50 timed admission |
| Rock Creek Farm | Broomfield | 2026 update pending | 2025: $10–$12 |
| Munson Farms | Boulder | Pumpkin season begins mid-Sept. | Free entry |
| 7th Generation Farm | Louisville | Late Sept.–Oct. | 2026 price pending |
| Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch | Longmont | Sept. 17–Nov. 1 | Free entry; activities extra |
| The Bee Hugger | Longmont | Fall pumpkin season | Free entry |
| Nick's Fall Fest | Aurora | October | Free entry; rides extra |
| Chatfield Farms Pumpkin Festival | Littleton | Oct. 9–11 | $22 adult / $14 child |
| Four Mile Pumpkin Harvest Festival | Denver | Oct. 17–18 | 2026 ticket pricing pending |
| Spano Greenhouse & Farm | Denver | Fall dates pending | 2026 price pending |
| Gilly's Pumpkin Patch | Castle Rock | Sept. 25–Oct. 10 select dates | $5/person or $20/family |
| Mile High Farms | Bennett | 2026 update pending | 2026 price pending |
| Miller Farms | Platteville | Around Labor Day–fall | Harvest experience priced separately |
| Hergenreder Farms | Longmont | Typically October | Free admission historically |
| Central Park Pumpkin Patch | Denver | Oct. 11 | Pumpkin earned through market purchases |
| Fritzler Farm Park | LaSalle | Opens Sept. 19 | $33.95 full-price Fun Pass |
1. Anderson Farms — Erie
Address: 6728 County Road 3 1/4, Erie, CO 80516
Official Website: Visit Anderson Farms
Google Maps: Get directions to Anderson Farms
If someone asks for the biggest and most complete pumpkin-patch experience near Denver or Boulder, Anderson Farms is probably the place to start.
The 2026 Fall Festival runs September 23 through October 31. Anderson is closer to a seasonal amusement attraction than a simple pumpkin stand. Admission includes a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, a 25-acre corn maze, barrel train, trike track, jump pads, slides, play areas, farm animals and numerous games.
The pumpkin field itself covers roughly 30 acres and contains more than 70 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds. The wagon ride into the field is included with admission, but pumpkins are not.
Pricing deserves particular attention. Anderson uses dynamic pricing, so when you go can dramatically change the cost. Early-season weekday tickets begin at $13.50, while peak-season timed Saturday and Sunday tickets are $32. Peak weekend anytime tickets reach $42, and limited gate admission can be as high as $50 per person. Children three and younger are free.
That means a family can save a significant amount by visiting in late September or on a weekday rather than arriving spontaneously on a Saturday in mid-October.
Anderson is the best choice for families who want to make the pumpkin patch the main activity of the day. With younger kids you can easily spend three or four hours here; with older kids who want to tackle the large maze and additional attractions, staying longer is easy.
Best for: The biggest overall fall-festival experience.
Important: Buy tickets online before a peak October weekend. The farm explicitly warns that popular dates can sell out.
2. Maize in the City — Thornton
Address: 10451 McKay Road, Thornton, CO 80233
Official Website: Visit Maize in the City
Google Maps: Get directions to Maize in the City
Maize in the City is one of the best choices for families who don't want to pay $20 or $30 per person simply to walk through the gate.
The farm has announced a September 19 opening for 2026. It initially operates on weekends and expands its schedule later in October.
The major difference here is that general entry is free. Instead of buying an all-inclusive admission ticket, families choose which attractions they want to purchase.
The 20-acre corn maze, for example, is $15 for adults and $10 for children, while the smaller maze is $6 for adults and $5 for children. A wagon ride to the pumpkin field is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Several attractions—including the pumpkin field itself, slides, corn kernel box, games and photo opportunities—are free.
Pumpkins are purchased separately and prices vary by size and variety.
This model makes Maize in the City particularly appealing to families with toddlers. If a two-year-old is satisfied looking at pumpkins, playing in the corn box and taking photos, you don't have to buy an expensive package of attractions they'll never use.
Its Thornton location is also considerably more convenient for central Denver than many of the Boulder County farms.
Best for: Value, flexibility and families who want to choose exactly which activities they pay for.
3. Cottonwood Farms — Lafayette
Address: 10600 Isabelle Road, Lafayette, CO 80026
Official Website: Visit Cottonwood Farms
Google Maps: Get directions to Cottonwood Farms
Cottonwood Farms may be the best middle-ground pumpkin patch in Boulder County.
For 2026, it is open every day from September 23 through October 31, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. General timed admission is $10.50 for ages 6–64, an anytime ticket is $12.50, and children five and younger and adults 65 and older are admitted free. Weekend wagon rides cost an additional $5.
The property includes a two-acre corn maze, children's straw maze, farm animals, games, vintage tractors and plenty of pumpkin-patch photo opportunities.
Cottonwood deliberately tries to preserve the feel of a real working farm rather than turning the property into a carnival. That makes it particularly well suited to families with preschool-age children who don't necessarily need dozens of rides.
One important navigation note: older directories sometimes show Cottonwood at its former Boulder address. The current location is 10600 Isabelle Road in Lafayette, so use the Maps link above rather than an older search result.
Best for: Boulder County families, younger children and anyone wanting a substantial pumpkin patch without paying big-festival prices.
4. Rock Creek Farm — Broomfield
Address: 2005 S. 112th Street, Broomfield, CO 80020
Official Website: Visit Rock Creek Farm
Google Maps: Get directions to Rock Creek Farm
Rock Creek is one of the best choices if the actual pumpkin field matters more to you than amusement rides.
The farm is known for its enormous U-pick fields and multiple corn mazes. Visitors can walk through the fields, choose pumpkins and experience something much closer to a traditional farm than a temporary carnival.
As of August 26, Rock Creek's website is still displaying its previous season's calendar rather than a clearly labeled 2026 schedule. The latest posted information lists opening day as September 27 and admission of $10 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; $12 Saturday and Sunday; and free general admission on Wednesdays, with pumpkins purchased separately.
Until the 2026 page appears, use those numbers for budgeting rather than assuming they are final.
Rock Creek is also one of the more relaxed large patches. The property is spread out enough that even a busy day can feel less congested than the big-ticket fall festivals.
Best for: People who want a genuine U-pick pumpkin field and a good corn maze.
5. Munson Farms — Boulder
Address: 7455 Valmont Road, Boulder, CO 80301
Official Website: Visit Munson Farms
Google Maps: Get directions to Munson Farms
For Boulder residents who simply want to go to a farm, walk around and buy pumpkins, Munson Farms is hard to beat.
Munson is already open for its 50th season in 2026 and operates daily from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. The farm grows more than 100 acres of vegetables and specializes in sweet corn, tomatoes, peaches and pumpkins.
Pumpkin season generally begins around mid-September and continues through October.
Unlike Anderson or Chatfield, there isn't a major admission ticket separating you from the pumpkins. The emphasis is on the farm itself and the produce grown there.
That makes Munson an excellent option for families who don't need an elaborate festival. Grab a wagon, choose pumpkins, explore the seasonal setup and leave without feeling as though you need to remain for four hours to justify the admission price.
Best for: Boulder residents, traditionalists and visitors primarily interested in pumpkins rather than rides.
6. 7th Generation Farm — Louisville
Address: 100 S. 96th Street, Louisville, CO 80027
Official Website: Visit 7th Generation Farm
Google Maps: Get directions to 7th Generation Farm
7th Generation Farm offers a great combination of a real farm and enough activities to make the visit exciting for children.
The farm has confirmed that its Fall Festival will return in late September and October 2026, although exact opening days and admission prices remain pending.
Activities include U-pick and pre-picked pumpkins, tractor hayrides, children's mazes, a hay mountain, farm animals, gem mining, games and fall photo backdrops.
For comparison, 2025 admission was $15 for visitors age three and older, but that should be treated only as a budgeting reference until the 2026 rate is announced.
Best for: Louisville, Superior, Broomfield and Boulder families wanting a half-day farm outing.
7. Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch — Longmont
Address: 9059 Ute Highway / CO-66, Longmont, CO 80503
Official Website: Visit Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch
Google Maps: Get directions to Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch
Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch is particularly notable because its pumpkins are Certified Organic and grown by the farm.
The 2026 fall season runs September 17 through November 1, with the farm open daily during October. General admission is free.
Weekdays use a $15 children's wristband for several activities while adults are free. Weekends transform into a carnival with $1 activity tickets, and individual attractions require between one and 15 tickets. The 2026 weekend carnival runs Saturdays and Sundays from October 3 through November 1.
An important distinction: Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch isn't primarily a cut-your-own-pumpkin field. Pumpkins are displayed around the property after being harvested, making shopping easier with young children and strollers.
Best for: Organic pumpkins, toddlers and families who prefer free admission with optional paid activities.
8. The Bee Hugger — Longmont
Address: 12590 Ute Highway, Longmont, CO 80504
Official Website: Visit The Bee Hugger Farm
Google Maps: Get directions to The Bee Hugger
The Bee Hugger is easily one of the most unusual entries on this list.
This is a small, rustic family farm rather than a commercial fall festival. Admission for normal farm visits is free, and visitors can see animals, explore old tractors and other farm equipment and purchase honey and seasonal products.
During fall, the farm operates a seasonal pumpkin patch. Pumpkins currently appear in the farm's shop with pricing varying by size, with $15 shown as a seasonal reference price.
The experience is intentionally simple. Don't arrive expecting a paved parking lot, massive food court or sophisticated ticketing operation. Payments are commonly handled through cash or Venmo using the farm's honor-system setup.
For young children, that simplicity can actually be the attraction.
Best for: Toddlers, animal-loving kids and families looking for a low-cost, informal farm outing.
9. Nick's Garden Center Fall Fest — Aurora
Address: 2001 S. Chambers Road, Aurora, CO 80014
Official Website: Visit Nick's Garden Center
Google Maps: Get directions to Nick's Fall Fest
Nick's is one of the most convenient fall options for families in Aurora, Centennial and southeast Denver.
Every October, the garden center transforms for Nick's Fall Fest, with pumpkins, a free straw maze, free games, photo areas, rides, pedal karts, inflatables and its giant talking “Professor Pumpkin.”
General entry is traditionally free, with rides and larger activities purchased separately.
Because you're visiting a garden center rather than a distant rural farm, Nick's is easy to turn into a shorter morning or afternoon outing. You can buy pumpkins, let the kids do a few activities and be back home without dedicating an entire day.
Best for: Aurora, Centennial and southeast Denver families and anyone wanting maximum convenience.
10. Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms Pumpkin Festival — Littleton
Address: 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128
Official Website: Visit the Chatfield Farms Pumpkin Festival page
Google Maps: Get directions to Chatfield Farms
Chatfield Farms hosts one of the region's signature fall events, but you only get three days to experience it in 2026: October 9–11.
General-public tickets cost $22 for adults, $20 for seniors and $14 for children ages 3–15. Children two and younger are free. Tickets must be purchased online for a specific entry time and are not sold at the gate.
Admission includes access to the 10-acre pumpkin patch, corn maze, entertainment, wagon rides, barrel train, antique tractor displays, photo booths, children's games, magic shows, inflatable slides, bounce houses, face painting and more.
Pumpkins are additional, with the Gardens estimating the average pumpkin at about $8. Pumpkin purchases are card-only.
One particularly useful feature is pumpkin daycare: after buying pumpkins, you can leave them in a holding area while the family continues enjoying the festival.
Best for: A polished, activity-heavy fall event close to the southwest metro.
Important: Public tickets go on sale August 31, and this is one of the events most likely to sell out.
11. Four Mile Historic Park Pumpkin Harvest Festival — Denver
Address: 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO 80246
Official Website: Visit the Pumpkin Harvest Festival page
Google Maps: Get directions to Four Mile Historic Park
Four Mile offers one of the most uniquely Denver pumpkin events.
The 2026 Pumpkin Harvest Festival takes place October 17–18 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Admission includes the festival, pumpkin patch, an accessible pumpkin patch, pumpkin carving and painting station, children's activities, crafts, tours of the Four Mile House Museum, historic demonstrations and access to the fall marketplace and food trucks.
Rather than visiting an ordinary pumpkin farm, you're exploring a historic property that includes Denver's oldest standing structure and working-farm elements right in the city.
Best for: Denver families wanting pumpkins, crafts and history without driving to the outer suburbs.
12. Spano Greenhouse & Farm — North Denver
Address: 5820 Lowell Boulevard, Denver, CO 80221
Official Website: Visit Spano Greenhouse & Farm
Google Maps: Get directions to Spano Farm
Spano is easy to overlook because it is located right in the Denver area rather than on the rural edge of the metro.
Every fall, the property operates a pumpkin patch with pumpkins of numerous sizes and colors—including some exceeding 70 pounds—along with a straw maze, photo areas, gourds, corn stalks, straw bales, mums, apples and winter squash.
As of August 26, the site's pumpkin page still says the patch is closed for the season and directs visitors to check back for the current fall schedule. In other words, the 2026 dates and admission pricing have not yet been posted.
Best for: North Denver families wanting an actual farm experience without an hour-long drive.
13. Gilly's Pumpkin Patch — Castle Rock
Address: 1433 Lake Gulch Road, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Official Website: Visit Gilly's Pumpkin Patch
Google Maps: Get directions to Gilly's Pumpkin Patch
Gilly's has one of the simplest pricing structures in the region.
It will operate September 25–26, October 2–3 and October 9–10, 2026, from 10 a.m. until dark. Admission is $5 per person or $20 per family, with children three and younger free.
The farm features pumpkins, family activities, seasonal treats and photo opportunities on a property that includes one of Castle Rock's original homesteads, dating to 1889.
The only real downside is the limited schedule: Gilly's is open Fridays and Saturdays for only three weekends.
Best for: South-metro families looking for a smaller and affordable pumpkin patch.
14. Mile High Farms — Bennett
Address: 11 Cavanaugh Road, Bennett, CO 80102
Official Website: Visit Mile High Farms
Google Maps: Get directions to Mile High Farms
Mile High Farms serves the eastern Denver metro with a larger destination-style pumpkin festival.
The farm includes two corn mazes covering more than 11 acres, a petting zoo, antique-tractor hayride, pumpkin patch, barrel-cart rides, corn pits, playgrounds, entertainment and concessions.
There is one important 2026 caveat: despite the copyright showing 2026, the farm's main event page is still displaying its 2025 Fall Festival dates and pricing as of August 26.
For that reason, don't plan around a specific October weekend until the 2026 calendar appears.
Best for: Eastern Denver metro families who want corn mazes and a full fall-festival experience.
15. Miller Farms — Platteville
Address: 13912 County Road 19, Platteville, CO 80651
Official Website: Visit Miller Farms
Google Maps: Get directions to Miller Farms
Miller Farms provides perhaps the most agricultural experience on this entire list.
Instead of simply buying a pumpkin, the farm's signature Fall Harvest Festival takes visitors into the fields on tractor-drawn wagons, where they can harvest vegetables and experience what the farm describes as being a “farmer for a day.”
The farm has operated since 1949 and traditionally runs its harvest festival from around Labor Day into November. Its current tourism listing describes daily hours of approximately 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Because the attraction focuses on harvesting multiple crops, Miller Farms can be especially fun for kids who are fascinated by tractors, farming or where food comes from.
Best for: A hands-on agricultural experience rather than a carnival-style pumpkin festival.
16. Hergenreder Farms — Longmont
Address: 13332 County Road 5, Longmont, CO 80504
Farm Page: Visit Hergenreder Farms on Facebook
Google Maps: Get directions to Hergenreder Farms
Hergenreder is one of the area's more traditional family farms and a good alternative to the crowds at bigger fall attractions.
The fourth-generation family farm has historically offered free admission to its corn maze, hay-bale maze, hay tower and corn box, with visitors paying for the pumpkins they choose.
The pumpkin patch traditionally operates during October, but the farm relies primarily on social media rather than a dedicated website, and the final 2026 schedule has not yet been posted.
That makes the Facebook link above particularly important: check it shortly before your visit for opening-day and weather updates.
Best for: Longmont families wanting a simple, traditional and typically low-cost pumpkin patch.
17. Central Park Farmers Market Pumpkin Patch — Denver
Address: South Green, 7601 E. 29th Avenue, Denver, CO 80238
Official Website: Visit the Central Park Pumpkin Patch page
Google Maps: Get directions to the South Green
This one isn't a traditional farm, but it's a clever option for families who live in or near Central Park.
The Final Farmers Market & Pumpkin Patch takes place Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the South Green.
Instead of buying admission, shoppers receive one pumpkin coupon for every $10 spent at farmers-market vendors.
One coupon gets a small pumpkin, three get a medium pumpkin and five get a large pumpkin, while supplies last.
This isn't where you go if you want hayrides and acres of vines, but it may be the easiest pumpkin outing on the list for an urban family.
Best for: Central Park and northeast Denver residents looking for a quick local fall activity.
18. Fritzler Farm Park — LaSalle
Address: 20861 County Road 33, LaSalle, CO 80645
Official Website: Visit Fritzler Farm Park
Google Maps: Get directions to Fritzler Farm Park
Fritzler is beyond the core Denver-Boulder metro, but it deserves inclusion for families willing to make the longer drive for a destination fall experience.
The 2026 Fall Festival opens September 19, with its separate nighttime Scream Acres attraction opening September 25.
The farm includes a U-pick pumpkin patch, giant corn maze, pedal go-karts, barrel train, slides, jumping pillow, games, photo areas and numerous other attractions.
The regular Fun Pass has a 2026 full price of $33.95, while the Ultimate Fun Pass is $50.95. Pumpkins, food, drinks and several premium attractions cost extra. Children age three and older require admission.
At roughly an hour north of central Denver depending on traffic, Fritzler makes more sense as a planned day trip than a casual pumpkin-shopping stop.
Best for: Families with older kids who want a large maze, lots of activities and an all-day destination.
Which Pumpkin Patch Should You Choose?
With 18 options, the best pumpkin patch depends much more on the experience you want than on which one has the biggest pumpkin field.
For the biggest overall fall festival, Anderson Farms remains the benchmark. There is simply more to do there than at most competitors, and families can easily spend several hours—or most of the day—on the property.
For the best value and flexibility, Maize in the City is especially appealing because admission to the grounds is free. You only pay for the attractions your family actually uses.
If you live around Boulder and want a traditional pumpkin-picking experience, start with Munson Farms. Rock Creek Farm is another excellent choice if wandering through a large field is a priority.
For younger children, Cottonwood Farms, Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch, The Bee Hugger and 7th Generation Farm are particularly attractive. They provide plenty to explore without requiring families to extract $40 worth of entertainment from every admission ticket.
For organic pumpkins, Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch is the obvious choice.
For Denver proper, Four Mile Historic Park, Spano and the Central Park event make it possible to get a fall experience without driving all the way to Weld or Boulder County.
For Aurora and Centennial, Nick's may be the most convenient option by a wide margin.
For the south metro, Gilly's and Chatfield Farms are the most compelling choices, with Chatfield providing the much larger festival experience.
And if you want to turn pumpkin picking into a full fall day trip, Fritzler, Anderson or Miller Farms should be near the top of the list.
When Is the Best Time to Visit?
For most farms, late September through roughly October 18 is the sweet spot.
Late September generally provides better crowds and lower prices while still offering an excellent pumpkin selection. Early-to-mid October delivers the full fall atmosphere but hasn't yet reached the frenzy of the final weekend before Halloween.
If your schedule permits, weekdays are dramatically better at many farms. Anderson Farms in particular can cost considerably less on a weekday, and places such as Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch are much quieter.
Morning visits also have several advantages: parking is easier, toddlers are generally happier, temperatures are cooler and you'll reach the pumpkin fields before the day's largest crowds arrive.
Remember that these are outdoor Colorado farms. October can deliver 75-degree sunshine, freezing temperatures, snow, rain and wind—occasionally within the same week. Closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, layers and a wagon or sturdy stroller are all worth considering.
After significant rain or snow, check the farm's official website before leaving home. Dirt parking lots, corn mazes and pumpkin fields can close even when the surrounding roads are perfectly clear.
Final Thoughts
Denver and Boulder residents are fortunate enough to have nearly every kind of pumpkin patch imaginable within about an hour's drive.
You can spend $100 or more taking a family to a sprawling fall festival, or spend almost nothing wandering around a working farm. You can cut a pumpkin from a vine, select an organic pumpkin from a display, tackle an enormous corn maze, visit farm animals, ride tractors, learn about Colorado agricultural history or simply take a few family photos and head home.
The most useful strategy is to decide what kind of outing you actually want before choosing a farm.
If pumpkins themselves are the priority, choose Munson, Rock Creek or Hergenreder.
If entertaining the kids for several hours is the priority, choose Anderson, Chatfield or Fritzler.
If keeping costs down is important, look first at Maize in the City, The Bee Hugger, Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch and the Central Park event.
And if you have young children and simply want a manageable, memorable fall morning, Cottonwood Farms may offer one of the best combinations of price, location and activities anywhere along the Front Range.
Whichever you choose, use the Google Maps links above before leaving. Because these patches stretch from Castle Rock to LaSalle, the “best” pumpkin patch can change considerably depending on whether you're starting in Boulder, downtown Denver, Aurora, Centennial or the northern suburbs.
And in Colorado fall traffic, the difference between a 25-minute pumpkin-patch trip and an hour-long one can matter almost as much as the pumpkins themselves.