Top 9 Pumpkin Patches Near Charlotte for Fall 2025 | Family-Friendly Fun

Looking for the perfect pumpkin patch to visit this fall near Charlotte? Whether you're hunting for the best family-friendly farm activities, u-pick pumpkins, or seasonal treats, our 2025 guide covers the top pumpkin patches you won’t want to miss! 

1. Wise Acres Organic Farm (Indian Trail, NC)

Address: 4701 Hartis Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079
Phone: 704-628-6232
Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays (Fall 2025) – By reservation only with timed entry slots
Reservations: Required; purchase tickets online in advance
Activities & Features:
• Certified organic u-pick pumpkin patch
• Playground and photo ops throughout the farm
• Animal area where kids can feed goats and chickens
• Corn pit, barrel train (extra fee)
• Seasonal treats, pizza and drinks available
• Eco-friendly farm setting with plenty of space to roam

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2. The Union Exchange (Monroe, NC)

Address: 5212 Unionville Rd, Monroe, NC 28110
Phone: 704-635-8025
Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays (Fall 2025) – Check seasonal schedule; often open all weekend
Reservations: Not required. $5 Parking Fee applies on event days.
Activities & Features:
• Free admission to farm grounds, $5 Parking fee applies on event days.
• Pre-picked pumpkins available
• Free playground and live music events
• Farm animals (no feeding allowed)
• Farm store and food for purchase
• Fire pits and relaxed atmosphere perfect for families

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3. The Hunter Farm (Weddington, NC)

Address: 13624 Providence Road, Weddington, NC 28104
Phone: 704-846-7975
Hours: Friday: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm.  Also open Wednesday–Friday 3–7 pm during fall season
Reservations: Required for wagon rides to the petting barn
Activities & Features:
• Pick-your-own pumpkin patch with various sizes and gourds
• Wagon rides to petting barn, including animal feeding
• Market barn featuring local artisan goods and fall treats
• “Farm Fridays” with live music and food trucks : September 26, October 17 & 24

4. Patterson Farm (Mount Ulla, NC)

Address: 10390 Caldwell Road, Mount Ulla, NC 28125
Phone: 704-636-4005
Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays (Fall 2025) – Vary by event; timed entry tickets required
Reservations: Required; tickets purchased online
Activities & Features:
• U-pick pumpkin patch
• Corn pit, multiple playgrounds, and giant slides
• Interactive farm town for kids (grocery store, vet’s office, etc.)
• Duck racing games
• Wagon rides, corn maze, petting zoo (some with extra fees)
• Food available on-site

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5. Bush-N-Vine Farm (York, SC)

Address: 1650 Filbert Highway, York, SC 29745
Phone: 803-684-2732
Hours: Friday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm,  Sunday: Closed
Reservations: Not required
Activities & Features:
• Free admission to farm and pumpkin patch
• Pick-your-own or pre-picked pumpkins
• Playground and aviary (free)
• Farm store with fresh produce and gifts
• On-site café with ice cream, slushies, seasonal treats
• Scenic farm near private airstrip (small planes sometimes land!)

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6. Hall Family Farm (Lancaster, SC)

Address: 445 W Rebound Road, Lancaster, SC 29720
Phone: 704-562-4021
Hours: Friday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Saturday: 9:00 am – 10:00 pm,  Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Reservations: Not required
Activities & Features:
• Free farm admission
• Free animal visits, giant slide, sandbox, firetruck slide
• Pick-your-own pumpkins priced by the pound
• Wagon rides, Corn maze and additional kid activities like Spider climber, goat walk, pedal cars, jungle gym (extra fees)
• Food, drinks, and sweet treats available

Hall Family Farm Reel 2023

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7. Carrigan Farms (Mooresville, NC)

Address: 1261 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: 704-664-1450
Hours: Typically weekends during daylight hours; varies by season
Reservations: Recommended for wagon rides
Activities & Features:
• Wagon rides to pumpkin patch
• Pick-your-own pumpkins priced by weight
• Pre-picked pumpkins available
• Farm store with cider and local goods
• Simple, traditional pumpkin-picking experience without playgrounds

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8. Sweetwater Farm (Huntersville, NC)

Address: 14412 Beatties Ford Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone: 704-713-9108
Hours: Wed, Thur, Fri: 9am-2pm Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 10am–5pm
Reservations: Not required; discounted online admission available
Admission: $6 per person online, $7 at the door, Children under 2 enter free

Activities & Features:
• Free entry to the pumpkin patch with purchase of pumpkins or gourds, admission required to visit the rest of the farm activities 
• Wide variety of pumpkins: orange, white, mini, ghost, and decorative gourds
• Pumpkin spice coffee, iced lattes, pizza and hand-held apple pies
• Play areas and fall photo ops for the whole family
• Visit Farm Animals

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9. Lineberger’s Maple Springs Farm (Dallas, NC)

Address: 906 Dallas-Stanley Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034
Phone: 704-922-8688
Hours: Friday–Sunday (Fall 2025); check seasonal schedule
Reservations: Not required
Activities & Features:
• U-pick pumpkins and seasonal produce
• Family-friendly farm with rich local history
• Smaller, more relaxed atmosphere

10. Deer Run Farm (Midland, NC)

Address: 4361 NC-24, Midland, NC 28107
Phone: 704-888-1503
Hours: September 27th to October 31st, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Reservations: Not required. Admission $10
Activities & Features:
• Pumpkin patch and seasonal produce
- Corn Maze ($10) , Jump Pillow, Combine Slide
- Corn Pit, Barn Yard, Straw Mountain Slides
- Gravity Wagon Basketball
• Great for low-key family outings

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Plan Your Fall Visit!

Whether you want a lively farm with plenty of activities or a peaceful pumpkin patch getaway, these top pumpkin patches near Charlotte have something for everyone. Make sure to check each farm’s website or call ahead for the most current hours and reservation policies for Fall 2025.

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Check out our full guide to autumn events and festivals in the area!