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Is there a better season than fall? With cooler weather, you have the opportunity to take full advantage of this beautiful season.

And are you and your family ready to get out of the house and enjoy a change in scenery? And do you in particular long for a fall-themed activity?

How about getting the family out to a local pumpkin patch? It is the season for pumpkin everything! The Sacramento area hosts many awesome patches that ARE open and operating safely in October 2020.

Below are our top 5 favorite pumpkin patches for you to get your fall on with your family!

Keema’s Pumpkin Farm

This farm located in Elk Grove, CA was founded in 2007 on a small farm that the Keema family has owned. They focus on providing their guests with a good product at a fair price and an enjoyable experience. Their motto is, “come enjoy the country.” 

Keema’s Pumpkin Farm is already open as it opens on the first weekend in October.

Operating Hours:
Tuesday to Friday: 11 AM to 6 PM
Saturday/Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM
Halloween: 11 AM to 4 PM

Contact Info:
Phone: (916) 684-2334
Email: pumpkinfarm.keema@yahoo.com

Keema’s Pumpkin Patch

Rickey Ranch Pumpkin Patch 

Another working farm close to Sacramento in Granite Bay is Rickey Ranch Pumpkin Patch. Operating under the same traditions for six generations spanning over 150 years. They are opened to the public to share their animals, pony rides, tractor-pulled hayrides, homemade pies, local honey, and ALL the pumpkins autumn decor and Halloween. 

Rickey Ranch Pumpkin Patch opens from October 1-31, 2020.

Operating Hours:
Monday to Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM

Contact Info:
Phone: (916) 599-2071
Email: aaronrickey@yahoo.com

Rickey Ranch Pumpkin Patch

Fog Willow Farms Pumpkin Patch

Located along the banks of the Cosumnes River, Fog Willow Farms in Wilton is just a short drive from downtown Sacramento and less than ten minutes from the heart of Elk Grove. Visit Fog Willows Farms to experience all their farm has to offer on their sweet 9-acres.

Here, you have the opportunity to pick pumpkins, interact with farm animals, and purchase local foods. Admission is $6.00 per person for guests aged 4 years and older.

The Fog Willow Farms Pumpkin Patch opens October 1-31, 2020.

Operating Hours:

Monday to Friday (Oct. 1-30): 11 AM – 6 PM
Saturday to Sunday (Oct. 3 – Oct. 25): 9:30 AM – 6 PM
Saturday, October 31st: Open 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Contact Info:
Phone: (916) 687-4547
Email: fogwillowfarms@frontiernet.net

Fog Willow Farms Pumpkin Patch

Crazy Ravens Pumpkin Patch

Crazy Ravens Pumpkin Patch in Galt offers visitors rides, games, food, and a variety of carving pumpkins perfect for Halloween.

This unique, family-owned pumpkin patch offers visitors carnival rides and games where you can test your skills in exchange for prizes. Also offered is a spooky fun-house, and many carnival-style foods, such as a hand-dipped corn dog, cotton candy, popcorn, or a snow cone.

Admission and parking are free, attractions tickets are available for purchase.

The Crazy Ravens Pumpkin Patch opens October 3-31, 2020.

Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday: 3 PM – 9 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 10 AM – 9 PM

Contact Info:
Phone: (916) 640-5499

Crazy Ravens Pumpkin Patch

Dave’s Pumpkin Patch

Dave’s Pumpkin Patch at Vierra Farms located in West Sacramento hosts a full 2 acres of pumpkins for all you autumn wishers. You can pick your own pumpkins from the field, or select a one that has already been harvested.

Dave’s Pumpkin Patch also has a 10-acre corn maze! Comprising of 2-miles of twists and turns, this maze takes about an hour to complete. 

Dave’s Pumpkin Patch opens September 26 to October 31, 2020.

Operating Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 10 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday and Saturday: 10 AM – 9 PM

Contact Info:
Phone: (916) 849-9450
Email: info@vierrafarms.com

Dave’s Pumpkin Patch

Whichever pumpkin patch you choose to visit, have fun! This has been a crazy year for all of us. Even for our kids. Let this be a sort of normal activity that each of you can safely enjoy.

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