Where to Find the Perfect Pumpkin Patch
Grabbing a pumpkin at the grocery store or another convenient spot is easy. But for an authentic experience, why not head to a pumpkin farm and search the rows for the perfect pumpkin (or two!) for your front porch?
Picking your prospective jack-o’-lantern is arguably one of the best fall activities in SW Michigan, and we want to make your search easier.
We’ve rounded up 20 farms near Kalamazoo to find that perfect pumpkin. Pack up the car and head out for this favorite fall family activity.
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Pumpkin Picking Tips
Before heading out to your favorite pumpkin patch, some things to consider:
1 – Bring Cash. Many pumpkin farms are cash only and/or have self-pay boxes. Having small bills on hand is a big help.
2 – Patches are Weather Dependent. Call and/or check Facebook before visiting a pumpkin patch; they often close temporarily due to rain.
3 – Pumpkins are Dirty. Have garbage bags or old towels in the car to transport your future jack-o-lanterns home. Hand wipes for family members are helpful too.
Pumpkin Patches Near Kalamazoo
What You'll Find: A-Mazing Acres sells a variety of pumpkins at the Pumpkin Barn.
Pumpkin varieties: Grey Ghost, Cinderella, Fairytale, Jarrahdale, Autumn Buckskin, and, of course — the famous KnuckleHead Pumpkin (Mr. Warty) and Red Warty Thing.
The farm also offers a huge selection of family activities and a corn maze.
Pumpkin varieties: Grey Ghost, Cinderella, Fairytale, Jarrahdale, Autumn Buckskin, and, of course — the famous KnuckleHead Pumpkin (Mr. Warty) and Red Warty Thing.
The farm also offers a huge selection of family activities and a corn maze.
Fall Activities at A-Mazing Acres
Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: 77+ varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds. Family owned and operated business for 30+ years and 3 generations. Wholesale and retail sales.
Fall Activities at Bakers Acres Pumpkins
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: Pumpkins, gourds, ornamental corn and corn stalks.
Fall Activities at Baumgardner Farms
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: Find pumpkins at Bosserd Family Farm plus seasonal activities (corn maze, zipline and more) and a farm stand with flowers and produce.
Hours
Daily 9 AM - 6 PM
Hours
Daily 9 AM - 6 PM
Fall Activities at Bosserd Family Farm
Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: U-pick pumpkins and wildflowers, wagon rides, farm animals, playground, corn maze and barrel train ride.
Fall Activities at Bumbleberry Acres
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: Pick your own pumpkin from the patch or find one in the market. Also, visit for Upick apples, corn maze, and cider and donuts.
Fall Activities at Cotant's Farm Market
Donuts, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Donuts, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Find U-Pick apples, pumpkins, hayrides, corn maze, and cow train rides.
Be sure to visit their cousins at Crane's Pie Pantry, Restaurant & Winery across the street. Their pies alone are worth the stop!
Be sure to visit their cousins at Crane's Pie Pantry, Restaurant & Winery across the street. Their pies alone are worth the stop!
Fall Activities at Crane Orchards U-Pick and Corn Maze
Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Pumpkins, squash, corn stalks, flowers and a vintage barn with decorations for the home.
2024 season is September 21 - October 31.
2024 season is September 21 - October 31.
Fall Activities at Gale Acres Farm
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: Pumpkins, squash, gourds, and honey. Be sure to snap a pic in front of the giant barn.
Meeting Gene is worth the trip; look for the guy decked out in orange from head to toe.
Check or cash only.
Meeting Gene is worth the trip; look for the guy decked out in orange from head to toe.
Check or cash only.
Fall Activities at Gene the Pumpkin Man
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: U-Pick pumpkin patch, pre-picked pumpkins, squash, gourds, corn, corn stalks and hay bales for fall decor.
Fall Activities at Gull Meadow Farms
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Pumpkins, gourds, fall decor, corn maze, outdoor “fun zone,” petting zoo, hayrides, market, cider, and donuts.
Fall Activities at Harvest Moon Acres
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: U-pick apples, cider, homemade donuts and pies, caramel apples, produce, pumpkins, and weekend hayrides.
Fall Activities at Husted's Market
Donuts, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Donuts, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: U-Pick apples, pumpkins, cider, hayride, market, corn maze, playground, and children’s activities.
Cash only.
Cash only.
Fall Activities at Jollay Orchards
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Visit the pumpkin patch to pick your perfect pumpkin, gourd, or other fall décor. U-Pick apples, cider, petting zoo, corn maze, and wagon rides.
Fall Activities at Overhiser Orchards
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Donuts, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Pumpkins in many varieties available at the farm stand. Bring cash for the box or scan the QR code to pay with your phone.
Fall Activities at Prairie Acres Farm
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: Family-owned farm offering pumpkins, mums and other seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Fall Activities at Russell Farms
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: U-Pick apples, pumpkins, squash, wagon rides, cider, donuts, and market.
Fall Activities at Schultz Fruitridge Farms
Donuts, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Donuts, Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Welcome to the Soil Friends Pumpkin Patch—where we have so many pumpkins, it might just take you a few laps to find the perfect one!
🎃 Whether you like them big, small, round, or lumpy, we’ve got acres of pumpkins waiting for you to make the tough decision.
🎃 Whether you like them big, small, round, or lumpy, we’ve got acres of pumpkins waiting for you to make the tough decision.
Fall Activities at Soil Friends
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
What You'll Find: Enjoy a hayride before going out to the field to pick your perfect pumpkin.
Pumpkins from September - late October (call to confirm).
Pumpkins from September - late October (call to confirm).
Fall Activities at Sprague's Family Fun Farm
Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
Pumpkin Patch, Apple Orchard
What You'll Find: Find your perfect carving pumpkin or decorative pumpkins here, from small to massive in size.
Plus, gourds in funky shapes and sizes.
Plus, gourds in funky shapes and sizes.
Fall Activities at ZEMR Family Farm
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch
Who is Gene the Pumpkin Man?
Gene the Pumpkin Man is a local Kalamazoo legend. His farm on M-43 is known for its massive pumpkin selection and abundance of the color orange (have you seen his car?).
For over 60 years, SWMI locals have made Gene’s farms one of their favorites for pumpkin picking.
Bring cash or your checkbook when you stop by; don’t forget to snag some local honey during your visit.
| Gene the Pumpkin Man 22637 M 43 Highway West Kalamazoo, MI 49009 |
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Local Pumpkin-Themed Events
These local events feature fall’s favorite fruit! Here are some options for decorating, carving or making pumpkin crafts this fall in Southwest Michigan:
Pumpkin Planter Workshop (Sep 20)
Create a custom pumpkin planter at Pinspiration Kalamazoo:
Wedel’s Annual Pumpkin Apple Party (Oct 4-5)
The fun returns to Wedel’s in early October, with pumpkin decorating, a bouncy house and more activities:
Pumpkin Fest (Oct 12)
Hosted by Mattawan Business Association, this year’s Pumpkin Fest incorporates spooky, mad science:
Giant Pumpkin Drop & Candy Cannon (Oct 26)
Gull Meadow Farms’ annual pumpkin drop takes place at the end of its fall season on October 26:
Preschool Pumpkin Party (Oct 26)
Experience pumpkin fun for preschoolers aged 3-6 at Branch Gymnastics:
Where is your favorite spot for pumpkin picking?
Leave us a comment with your go-to spot for that favorite fall fruit!
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