Whether you’re trying to find the perfect pumpkin to carve or a place to take photos of your own little pumpkins, we’ve got a list of great local pumpkin patches near you in the Lakeland and Polk County area.
A visit to the pumpkin patch is a great family-friendly activity, and so is pumpkin carving or pumpkin painting. Since we live in Florida, we can’t carve our pumpkins very far in advance or they will rot. HGTV has a list of great tips for carving, lighting, and preserving your jack ‘o lantern.
Looking for free pumpkin patches near you? All of the locations below are free to visit and take photos with the pumpkins. All of them support local churches (usually youth groups), so if possible, show your support by making a purchase.
All pumpkin patches are outdoors and subject to weather related closures. Also Keep in mind that they will close once the pumpkins are sold out. We do not update this list with closures but links are provided to check for updates.
Don’t miss our Ultimate Guide to Fall & Halloween Activities for a full list of fun things to do this fall in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Polk County, and Central Florida including pumpkin patches, corn mazes, haunted houses, Halloween events, trunk or treats, drive-thru Halloween attractions, trick or treat details, and more.
Editor’s Note: Here in Central Florida, there is some confusion around the term “Pumpkin Patch.” While up north and in the midwest this usually means a visit to a farm to pick out a pumpkin and enjoy fall activities, pumpkin patches in Central Florida are typically just pumpkins on the front lawn of a church because pumpkins aren’t traditionally grown in Florida.
Are you looking for:
🌽 A place to spend a few hours on a farm with hay rides, corn mazes, duck races, jumping pillows, live entertainment, and other fun activities where there is paid admission – head over to our list of Corn Mazes + Fall Festivals Near You
🎃 A place to spend 30-45 minutes, take pumpkin photos, visit for free, buy a pumpkin – keep reading! Below you’ll find a list of pumpkin patches near you.
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Please check directly with event organizers for specific dates, discounts, current ticket prices, advance registration, and any last-minute changes. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we include an outside link so you can verify the details for all events and activities.
Pumpkin Patches in Lakeland
First United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch
The pumpkin patch at First United Methodist Church on Lake Morton is back! This favorite Lakeland Florida pumpkin patch opens on Friday, October 4th at 4:00 PM. Visit for free photos and purchase a pumpkin to support the church youth.
Location: 72 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801 (MAP IT)
More info: Website | Facebook
Dates: Opens Friday, October 4, 2024
Hours: Monday – Friday: 4pm-7pm | Saturday – Sunday: 10am-7pm
Presbyterian Church in the Highlands Pumpkin Patch
Presbyterian Church in the Highlands will have their annual Pumpkin Patch beginning Saturday, October 5! At this pumpkin patch at the corner of Lake Miriam and Cleveland Heights, you can find many different varieties and sizes of pumpkins and gourds. It is free to roam around and take pumpkin patch photos with multiple picture spots. You can also play kid friendly games. Pumpkins are available to purchase with cash, credit card or Apple pay.
You can also join Presbyterian Church in the Highlands for their Craft Fair + Fall Festival on October 26.
Location: 1010 Lake Miriam Dr, Lakeland, FL 33813 (MAP IT)
More info: Website | Facebook
Dates: Opens Saturday, October 5, 2024
Hours: Daily from 9am – 7pm (until the pumpkins are gone)
Shepherd’s Community United Methodist Church
Shepherd’s Community United Methodist Church in South Lakeland / Mulberry has a pumpkin patch open 7 days a week for those fall photos and pumpkin purchases, plus a Fall Fest on October 26.
Location: 6885 Chelsea Oaks Dr Lakeland, FL 33811 (MAP IT)
More info: Facebook
Dates: Opens October 19, 2024 from 4-7pm
Hours: Saturday and Sunday 10am – 7pm, Monday – Friday 12pm – 6pm
Produce 863
This produce stand and farmers market has pumpkins and spots for fall photos. Pumpkins are scheduled to arrive in early October. Bring the kiddos out for some good old fashion pumpkin patch photos.
Location: 6121 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33810 (MAP IT)
More info: Facebook
Hours: Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Booger Mountain Lakeland Pumpkins
Booger Mountain Christmas Trees sells pumpkins hand-picked at their farm in North Carolina. This pumpkin patch in Lakeland Fl opens in mid October.
Location: Ardella Baptist Church on Pipkin Rd – 709 W. Pipkin Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811 (MAP IT)
More info: Facebook
Dates: Not Opening for pumpkins in 2024
TBA Church Pumpkin Patch
The TBA Pumpkin Patch will not be open in 2024. (We do have confirmation there will be a Christmas tree lot at TBA again this year).
Location: 1815 Co Rd 540A, Lakeland, FL 33813
Pumpkin Patches in Winter Haven + Auburndale
First United Methodist Church Auburndale – Youth Ministry Pumpkin Patch
Check out this pumpkin patch in Auburndale FL! This church is located right on Lake Ariana, providing a scenic backdrop for your pumpkin patch photos.
Location: 316 Lake Ariana Blvd, Auburndale, FL 33823 (MAP IT)
More info: Facebook
Opens: October 19, 2024 late afternoon
Hours: Daily from 11am – 7pm
Michael’s Fresh Produce Auburndale
This produce stand in Auburndale is open year-round, and in October has pumpkins ranging in all sizes. Get regular pumpkins, witches nose pumpkins (warts), beautiful fall mums and crotons! Plus a photo spot with hay for the kids.
Location: 1795 Berkley Rd, Auburndale, FL 33823
More info: Facebook
Pick Your Own Pumpkin | U-Pick Pumpkins
Pumpkins aren’t a common crop here in Florida, but there are a few pumpkin farms where you can go to a real pumpkin patch and cut your pumpkin off the vine.
Mick Farms – 4261 Canoe Creek Road, Saint Cloud, Florida 34772
A family farm and market offering On the Vine Pumpkins, Pumpkin Picking + U-Pick Pumpkins in Central Florida. Check Facebook for updates on pumpkin availability.
The Pickin’ Patch – Appears to be closed – NO UPDATE SINCE 2022
11000 Rolling Hills Road, Dunnellon FL 34431 (almost 2 hours from Lakeland)
Corn Mazes + Farms with Pumpkins
Most of the corn mazes and fall festivals in our Central Florida Corn Maze Guide also have pumpkins available for sale as well as great photo spots.
These family-friendly events include farm animals, hayrides, barrel train rides, pedal cars, concessions, apple cider donuts, a day on a family ranch, pony rides, playgrounds, food trucks, hay bales, jumping pillows, giant slides, train rides, petting zoo, farm activities, photo opportunities, and more.
Paid admission is required.
Corn Mazes with a Pumpkin Patch include:
- Harvest Holler Corn Maze near Lakeland (have a fun day on the farm AND visit the pumpkin patch – opens mid September)
- Fox Squirrel Corn Maze – Plant City
- Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival in Bradenton
- Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms near Orlando
Click here to see the full list of Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals in Polk County
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We would LOVE to include more Pumpkin Patches on our list. Please contact us if you know of one!
Fall + Halloween Activity Guide
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