SOUTHEAST TEXAS PUMPKIN PATCHES
BEAUMONT
PUMPKIN PATCH AT WESLEY UMC
WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
3810 N. MAJOR DRIVE
It’s hard not to notice this massive hometown favorite driving down Major Drive in October. Wesley United Methodist Church hosts and operates this pumpkin patch as an annual fundraiser for their youth group. Here, you’ll find a variety of different pumpkin, squash, and gourds, as well as several photo ops sprinkled throughout. The perfect place to break out those coordinating outfits and grab a yearly family photo! If attending for photos only, please consider a donation.
OPEN: October 7-31
HOURS: Monday-Friday: 3-dark, Saturday: 10AM-dark, Sunday: 12-dark
ELLIS HOME & GARDEN
3737 CALDER AVE
Nestled in Old Town, Ellis Home & Garden’s greenhouse offers pumpkins, fall mums and even a “Fall Family Fun Day” on Saturday, October 5th from 9:30AM-3PM! On this day, enjoy pumpkin decorating, story time, and many other activities starting at only $2 per child.
OPEN: Daily
HOURS: Monday-Saturday 9AM-7PM, Sunday: 12-6PM
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FALL HARVEST PUMPKIN PATCH
URBAN ROOTS/PEAR ORCHARD COMMUNITY GARDEN
2840 GLENWOOD DRIVE
Enjoy a locally made community garden pumpkin display!
This sweet little garden is the vision of Chef Delilah Johnson and her family. The family and volunteer community members are planting, teaching, and growing beautiful things in this field that will leave a legacy for years to come. Visit to see the vision and take part in the wonderful growth taking place all year long!
OPEN: October 19-31 at 4PM
Contact Chef Delilah Johnson for more information: 409-338-3712.
BRIDGE CITY
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
200 W ROUND BUNCH RD
This spacious pumpkin patch is open and ready to enjoy! The public is invited to come out for photos, picnics, or just to let the kids play and run around!
OPEN: September 30 - October 31
HOURS: Monday-Saturday:10AM-7PM, Sunday: Noon-7PM
BUNA
BUNA 1ST ASSEMBLY OF GOD
34316 US-96
Come play in the pumpkin patch!
OPEN: October 14-31
HOURS: Monday-Friday: 9AM-12PM & 1-7PM; Saturday: 8AM-7PM; Sunday: 2-7PM
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LUMBERTON
WOODCREST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
1684 US-96
The Woodcrest Methodist Pumpkin Patch isn’t just offering up pumpkins and photo ops – they have a packed calendar of events all month long! Baleigh Photography will also be offering Pumpkin Mini Sessions for $30 per family on October 10th & October 13th starting at 5PM until dark! No appointment needed.
OPEN: October 6-31
HOURS: Daily 12PM (NOON)-7PM
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VILLAGE MARKET
1015 NORTH MAIN
Located in the heart of Lumberton, Village Market is receiving rave reviews over their selection of pumpkins and fall mums! They also offer corn stalks, Indian corn, hay, and much more.
OPEN: Tuesdays-Sundays
HOURS: Tuesday-Friday 10AM-6PM, Saturday: 8AM-5PM, Sunday: 10AM-4PM
Visit their Facebook Page to learn more!
NEDERLAND
NEDERLAND APOSTOLIC CHURCH
1308 S 27TH STREET
Self-proclaimed “best pumpkin patch in SETX” is back! Pumpkins, photo ops, bake & link sales, and more to be announced will be rounding out the events at the patch this year. Free to visit and enjoy, Mid-county residents swear by this favorite! This 2024 season, save the date on Oct. 26th for a special flea market vendor day too!
OPEN: October 15-31
HOURS: Monday-Friday: 4PM until dark, Saturday: 10AM until dark, Sunday: 12PM until dark
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ORANGE
ORANGETOBER FESTIVAL
RIVERSIDE PAVILLION
708 SIMMONS DR
Although not a traditional pumpkin patch, the City of Orange is bringing back Orangetoberfest for the 3rd year! The Pumpkin Village promises over 10,000 pumpkins and gourds, along with endless photo ops. There will also be the 3 Bros Running Company’s The Big Pumpkin Run, vendor market, gumbo cook-off, kids activities, food vendors, live entertainment, a showing of Halloweentown on Friday night, and more! Starting at 3PM on Sunday, guests are encouraged to grab a pumpkin to bring home and decorate.
ADMISSION: FREE (Even the concerts!)
OPEN: October 4-6
HOURS: Friday: 4PM-9PM, Saturday: 10AM-10PM, Sunday: 10AM-3PM
Please follow the event for updates and more info!
THE SCARECROW FESTIVAL
SHANGRI LA BOTANICAL GARDENS
2111 W PARK AVENUE
Another non-traditional pumpkin patch, this fall festival is one you won’t want to miss! The Scarecrow Festival is a great way to celebrate the changing season and see what talented members of the community can create with repurposed and recycled materials as well as a heap of imagination. Scarecrow exhibits are always innovative, inspiring, and kind to their world! As always, Shangri La Garden’s theme focuses on “environmentally friendly” scarecrows created by talented people from community organizations, businesses, schools, churches and families. No two are the same and it’s a wonder to see each year! In addition to the amazing scarecrows, Shangri La promises thousands of pumpkins among flowering fall displays and autumn decorations.
ADMISSION: FREE
OPEN: October 8-26
HOURS: Tuesday-Saturday: 9AM-5PM
Follow the event for updates!
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VIDOR
SOUTHEAST TEXAS FALL FESTIVAL
CREEKWOOD FARMS
7605 HIGHWAY 12
NEW on the scene! The first Southeast Texas Fall Festival is brought to us by the hosts of this past season’s Southeast Texas Blueberry Festival! Features of the Fall Festival will include: Creekwood Market with blueberry themed items, Petting Zoo & Pony Rides, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides, Sand Mountain, Photo Ops, 30+ Vendors, and Food Trucks. The fun doesn’t stop there! Check out more details on the SETX Blueberry Festival 5K too. Deadline to enter the 5K is Friday, October 4th (festival ticket and more included with purchase).
ADMISSION: $12 at the gate; $8 presale tickets for ages 3&up; 2 and under are FREE
OPEN: October 25-27
HOURS: Friday & Saturday: 9AM-4PM, Sunday: 12-5PM
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BONUS: Local Farmers Markets, Community Gardens, & More
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Southeast Texas Farmers Markets - check 409 Family’s updated list and find one near you!
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The Giving Field on Liberty St. (Beaumont): A non-profit garden with a mission to feed the hungry in our area with the help of all interested Golden Triangle schools and volunteers. Year round production of organic fruits and vegetables donated to local soup kitchens. Contact: Sharon Begnaud; 409-201-8702 (or ext 122).
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Pear Orchard Community Garden/Farm (Beaumont): A local family-created community garden with a mission to educate and motivate the next generation by revitalizing the community through agriculture. Contact: Chef Delilah Johnson; 409-338-3712.
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Slow Food Beaumont (Beaumont): raises “awareness about the fresh, local, and fair food of Southeast Texas and the enjoyment of shared foods.” Slow Food Beaumont is looking for volunteers to assist with the Mobile Produce Market and other food events in the community. Members enjoy monthly meetups, along with free, fun food events and field trips. Follow their Facebook page for announcements of 50 cent/lb. produce days and locations.
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Mid County Victory Garden (Nederland): A non-profit community victory garden to educate those willing to volunteer their time and donate the produce to local senior citizen activity centers. If you have questions, or would like to schedule a group to volunteer, feel free to contact Desiree Kleypas, (409)223-0493, desireekleypas@live.com.
Have you visited one of these pumpkin patches or farms? Did we get all the fall fun Southeast Texas has to offer? Leave a comment and let us know!