5 pumpkin patches to visit NOW near Birmingham

Oh. My Gourd. It’s pumpkin time and patches are officially open. Here are five to check out around Birmingham that offer loads of family-friendly activities and tons of pumpkins perfect for picking.

1. Griffin Farms

Located about 45 minutes from Birmingham in West Blocton, Alabama is Griffin Farms. 

Admission to this pumpkin patch grants you one pumpkin, plus access to a mega list of activities. Some to have on your radar include:

• Corn Maze
• Hamster Wheel
• Hay Mountain
• Truck Slide
• 450’ zip line

Visit the patch on Saturdays and Sundays in October for food trucks like Cheese Louise, Devil Dawgs and La Mexicana.

Where: 826 Griffin Rd, West Blocton, AL 35184
When: Saturdays + Sundays in October | Saturday 10AM-6PM, Sunday Noon-6PM
Price: $10 | Ages 2 and older – free | 10% military discount with valid ID
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2. Helena Hollow

Life is gourd at this always trending spot in Helena. This October, discover all their pumpkin patch has to offer, such as:

• Corn Barn
• Hay Hoops
• Hay Run
• Landslide (100 ft) and Pide Slides (30 ft + 60 ft)
• Rope Climbs + Tire Swings
• And more!

Where: 6027 Hwy 17, Helena, AL 35080
Patch Days: Every Saturday + Sunday in October, 10AM-6PM
Price: At Gate – $15 | Online – $12.95 | Kids under 2 – free
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3. Old Baker Farm

For some pumpkin patch fun this October, head to Old Baker Farm in Harpersville. This U-Pick Farm is a local favorite due to its old-school charm and wide-open spaces. 

To enter the patch, purchase a pumpkin and visit the farm’s many fall-inspired attractions, such as:

• Corn Maze
• Hay Ground
• Hay Ride
• Petting Zoo
• Train Ride

Sunflowers and cotton bolls are also for sale. Be sure to grab some for your fall decorating needs. 

Where: 1041 Farmingdale Rd, Harpersville, AL 35078
When: Now-October 31 | Weekdays 3-5PM, Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 1-5PM
Price: Pumpkins – $11 each. Must purchase pumpkin to enter farm.
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4. The Great Pumpkin Patch

October marks loads of fun at The Great Pumpkin Patch in Hayden, Alabama. Around 40 minutes from Birmingham, this must-visit patch is filled with excitement. Along with a hayride that takes you straight to the pumpkin patch, there is also tons to experience, including:

• Extreme Bungee
• Hay Pyramid
• Inflatables
• Food
• Live Entertainment
• And more!

Where: 288 County Hwy 45, Hayden, AL 35079
When: Now-November 7 | Monday-Thursday 8AM-4PM, Friday-Saturday 8AM-6PM, Sunday 1-6PM
Price: Admission is free | Pay per activity
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5. 4D Farm

This family-owned farm in Cullman offers a pumpkin good time to all. Visit for a full-day of fun with pumpkin picking and activities like:

• Corn Maze
• Cow Train
• Hay Ride
• Tubing Slide
• Zip lines

Where: 7182 County Rd 703, Cullman, AL 35055
When: Now-November 6 | October Hours: Wednesdays-Thursdays 2-6PM, Fridays 2-8PM, Saturdays 10AM-6PM, Sundays 1-6PM | November Hours: 10AM-6PM
Price: Weekday Pass – Online $12.95, At Gate $14.95 | Weekend Pass – Online $16.95, At Gate $19.95 | Ages 2 and under – free
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