Pumpkin Patches & Fall Fun in Central Florida

October is here… and that means the humidity is going down (a little) and the pumpkin spice is coming out! After a hot and humid summer, Floridians are ready to give fall a great big welcome. Pumpkin patches and Halloween festivities are a great way to celebrate the beautiful weather fall brings to Florida.

Fall spirit is alive in Central Florida. Some of the pumpkin patches and Halloween festivities this year may look a little different due to Covid-19, but the good news is, communities have come together to create safer options allowing celebrations to still happen! We went ahead and did the research and put together a few great pumpkin patches, Halloween fun, and other fall festivities in Winter Garden and surrounding areas. They are all taking precautions to keep the community safe and spirits high.

Pumpkin Patches & Fall Festivals

Southern Hill Farms

Location: Southern Hill Farms

Address: 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, Florida 34714

Date & Time: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from September 25th through November 7th.

Thursdays & Fridays 10am – 4pm

Saturdays & Sundays 11am – 7pm

Price: Admission tickets are $20 per person 3 years old and older. Children 2 years old and younger are free. Admission tickets must be purchased in advance.

Safety: Southern Hill Farms is following safety guidelines for social distancing. Masks are optional when you are standing in lines. Check their website before visiting to see all updated guidelines and rules.

Photo Credit: Southern Hills Farms

Details: It’s time for the 6th annual fall festivities at Southern Hill Farms! The farm is top-notch and they pretty much cover anything that you’d like to do during fall. Here’s a quick look at some of the activities to choose from.

• The farm’s newest addition to the Fall Festival – a 5-acre corn maze!
• U-Pick Sunflowers and Zinnias (additional cost)
• Farm Wagon Rides (included in admission)
• Pumpkin Patch Barn (The pumpkins have already been cut from the vines. All pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, etc. that you gather from the barn will be an additional cost.)
• Live Music on Weekends (Jeff Whitfield from 11:00 am to 2:45 pm, and Christina Aldonifi from 3:15 pm to 7:00 )
• Food Trucks: Southern Hill Eatery, Twisted plates, Bauer-BQ, Willy Ts Crab Shack, Peru Power Food Truck, A Lo Cubano Kitchen, The Big Hot Box, Rollin Dough, and Absofruitly. Serving from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm (guest food trucks on weekends only)
• Beer, Wine, and Frozen Concoctions (located in the Beer Shed from 11am – 7pm)
• Yard Games: Life-Sized Jenga, Bean Bag Toss, Connect Four, and More! (included in admission)
• Photo Op Areas (included in admission)
• Fire Pit for S’mores (s’mores kits available for purchase)
• Petting Zoo (petting is included in admission and food for the animals is available for $2)
• And More! Click here to see all the activities!

A Lot of Pumpkins

Location: Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest

Address: 35317 Huff Road, Eustis, FL 32736

Price: Tickets are available online for advanced purchasing to keep capacity low. Pricing is different depending on the day and time you choose. Click on a specific day and time to see the pricing. Adults and children 3 and up require an admissions ticket. Children 2 and under are free.

Some attractions do have an additional cost.

• Horse and Pony Rides
• Rubber Duck Races
• Petting Zoo Food

Safety: Everyone 3 and up is recommended to wear a mask during the duration of their visit. Please check their website before your visit to see updated guidelines.

Photo Credit: Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest

Details: Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest is more than trees this time of year. Pumpkins and family fun can be found daily popping up around the farm during the month of October! There are horse rides, zip lines, and a play trail, and more!

Jolly Acres One-way Play is a trail full of activities the whole family will enjoy. Follow the trail and enjoy the activities along the way. Then at the end of the play trail hop on board the hayride and head over to the food courtyard! The play trail includes:

• Buddy’s Bounce Pillow
• Elf Maze
• Crazy Maze
• Barrel Train Rides
• Shark Tooth Dig
• Trike Track
• Comet’s Chase
• Double Barrel Slide
• And More

Showcase of Citrus: Pumpkin Ponderosa

Location: The Showcase of Citrus

Address: 5010 US Highway 27 Clermont, Florida, 34714

Date & Time: Every day from September 18st through November 28th from 9am – 7pm.

Price: parking and admission are free, there are fees depending on the activities you do and the products you purchase.

Safety: They have returned to normal activities and operating hours during this COVID-19 pandemic. Face masks are optional since the entire venue is outdoors, with open-air buildings and fresh air.

Photo Credit: The Showcase of Citrus

Highlights: This is The Showcase of Citrus’s 3nd annual Pumpkin Ponderosa. There are family-friendly activities that everyone will enjoy!

• Pick Your Perfect Pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch
• Make Fall Themed Arts & Crafts
• Play Outdoor Games
• Monkey Around on the Playground
• Take Fall Photos at Different Photo Op Locations
• Pet Farm Animals
• Monster Truck Rides (reservations strongly suggested 352-394-4377)
• Shop at the Country Store
• Grab an Adult Beverage at the Country Store

Halloween Themed Experiences

Winter Garden Halloween Experience

Location: Downtown Winter Garden

Address: Plant Street, Winter Garden

Date & Time: October 22rd through October 31st – Friday/Saturday/Sunday evenings

Safety: Before heading out to the event, make sure to visit the City of Winter Garden website for any updates. Social distancing is recommended and face masks are optional during the event.

The city of Winter Garden has created a safe option for Halloween fun! This socially distancing event is going to be held in Downtown Winter Garden from October 22rd through October 31st. So, gather your ghosts and ghouls (family) and stroll through downtown for a little shopping, eats, and treats. Halloween festivities will include:

• Halloween Decorations Throughout Downtown Winter Garden
• City Hall is Presenting a Halloween Themed Outdoor Projection Show
• Spirited Photo Op Locations
• Hay Maze
• Merchant Halloween Themed Decorations and Themed Food Items
• October Sidewalk Sale – Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24
• The Farmers Market is Joining in with a Halloween Theme
• A Scarecrow Contest Open to City Residents, Businesses and Organizations (Family Friendly!) 20 will be Picked and Displayed Throughout the Hay Maze and Other Downtown Locations.
• The Garden Theatre will Present Carrie on October 25 at 6:30 pm and the Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 30th and 31st.  Click here to Buy Tickets.
• And More Surprises to Come!

The Haunted Road

Location: Orlando Florida

Address: 15239 Lake Pickett Rd, Orlando, FL 32820

Date & Time: September 25th through November 7th – There are a variety of times to choose from throughout the day depending on your preferred level of scare! During the daytime on Saturdays and Sundays there is a family-friendly version, and as the sun goes down there scare factor goes up and is recommended for ages 13+. You can select your date and times by clicking here.

Safety: Before heading out to the event, make sure to visit the Haunted Road website for any updates. This event was created with two goals in mind. First being to keep the Halloween spirit alive and secondly to keep the community safe! Due to the fact that motor vehicles and scaring are involved, there are many safety precautions taken.

Photo Credit: The Haunted Road

About: The Haunted Road in Central Florida is a creative and contactless scare experience. This unique drive-through Halloween theatrical event is a must-see! The best part is the whole family can enjoy this BOO-tacular event.

There are two different versions of the Haunted Road. During the family-friendly tour, celebrate the season by trick or treating from the comfort of your own car. The family-friendly event is approximately 30-40 minutes long and full of singing, dancing, and candy! The 13+ Haunted Road tour is a world of disarray where you will encounter twisted creatures, immersive theatrical storytelling, and outdoor fun.

The Barnyard

There’s a BONUS event too! At the end of the Haunted Road stay a bit longer and head to the Barnyard. This is the event’s open-air space where you can grab a drink and some grub after the drive-thru. Enjoy shopping and live music too!

 

The Erica Diaz Team – Pumpkin Patches & Fall Fun in Central Florida

There are some really great pumpkin patches and Halloween activities in Winter Garden and throughout Central Florida. So grab your family and head out to one for some fall fun, pumpkin picking, or a good scare! There’s plenty to choose from, and they are open on multiple days, so you can fill up your whole month of October! All events are taking special precautions due to Covid-19 to keep the community safe while you’re having fun!

When you live in Central Florida it makes it easy to take advantage of the great holiday events. So, if you’re thinking of calling Winter Garden home we would love to connect! You can also learn more about buying in the area here.