It’s fall, y’all! And with that comes all of the fall-themed things: pumpkin spice lattes, scented candles, cooler weather (a bit), and best of all, pumpkin patches and fall photoshoots! Well, here I’m going to share exactly where to find the best pumpkin patches in Dallas and the DFW area!
I should mention that most pumpkin patches are in DFW and the greater Dallas area. They’ll require some driving, but it’s worth it!
I’ve found these spots after going on my own hunt for pumpkin patches in Dallas. There is a good number in the greater DFW area, but I’ve got to say that some are better than others.
First, you’ll find a map of all pumpkin patches in DFW. Then, I’ve divided this post into three sections:
- The Best Pumpkin Patches Near Dallas– these are spots that I’ve deemed “the best of the best” due to their photo-worthy natures! That means lots of pumpkins, good photo ops, and a fun environment.
- Other Pumpkin Patches in DFW– here you’ll find a full list of all the other pumpkin patches in the DFW area.
- Fall Photo Spots in Dallas– here are three more Dallas-specific fall photo spots where you can grab a quick fall photo! What do I mean by fall photos? You’ll find great places for fall colors (this doesn’t happen until November), pumpkin vignettes, and more.
This post has been updated with hours, pricing, and dates for the 2023 season!
(And if you need some ideas for a cute fall photoshoot, check out this post!)
Let’s get to it!
Map of Pumpkin Patches & Photo Spots Around Dallas
Here’s a map of all of the pumpkin patches and photo spots mentioned on my list!
It is color-coded by category:
- Burnt Orange: The best pumpkin patches in my book!
- Blue: All of the other pumpkin patches in DFW
- Yellow: My Dallas fall photo spots
The Best Pumpkin Patches in Dallas Fort Worth
Alright, here are my favorite pumpkin patches near Dallas! Some are in Dallas, some are a bit further away. You can check the map at the bottom of this post to see where each is located!
Also, I should note: I say pumpkin patch because that’s the closest term to what you’ll find, but these pumpkins aren’t growing out of the ground, farm-style. They’re already picked and placed in perfect photo locations.
I know there are a lot of other pumpkin patches out there but these are my favorites for photos!
Want to create a fall photoshoot or know how to pose while at a pumpkin patch? Check out my post on 40 fall photoshoot ideas!
1. Hall’s Pumpkin Farm
2023 dates: September 29th – October 31st
Halls Pumpkin Farm is my favorite because it has it all! In short, it has:
- A pumpkin patch area where pumpkins are positioned for photo ops
- The best corn maze in Dallas (to me, at least!)
- Hayrides
- A petting zoo area that is great for kids and families
It’s located in Grapevine so it’s a bit of a drive from Dallas, but I think it’s definitely worth the drive!
You can read my full review on what to expect at Halls Pumpkin Farm here!
I talk about admission, the best times to visit, and more in that blog post!
2. The Dallas Farmer’s Market
2023 dates: open until October 31st
This isn’t your classic pumpkin patch, but it’s hard to create a pumpkin patch in Dallas when you’re in the middle of the city.
The Dallas Farmer’s Market does the best it can, and the results are awesome!
They’ve got rows of pumpkins lining the center of the market and the perfect photo op at the entrance!
You’ll find pumpkins galore, with a bunch of different pumpkin varieties!
It’s free to enter and you can buy all sorts of pumpkins here!
Tip: Their pumpkin display stays up during the week when there are no vendors (or people!) around in The Shed.
That means if you can swing a weekday visit, you’ll basically have the whole place to yourself!
Yup- basically a pumpkin patch in Dallas all to yourself!
Hours:
- Monday – Sunday from 10am – 5pm
3. Ruibals Plants of Texas
Right next to the Dallas Farmers Market is another great pumpkin patch in Dallas!
Ruibals is a large garden shop just a block away and they have pumpkins all over their large sidewalk area.
With cute photo spots like a red truck and a little shed in the middle of the pumpkins, Ruibals is another great pumpkin patch in Dallas.
You’ll also get a neat city vibe to your pumpkin photos here since you can see the Dallas skyline!
It is also free to enter, and you’ll want to check out their many plants while you’re here!
4. The Dallas Arboretum
2023 dates: open until November 5th
The Dallas Arboretum has what most would consider the best pumpkin patch in Dallas. (Directly in the city, at least!).
With over 100,000 pumpkins, squash, and gourds, you know this place is special!
The Dallas Arboretum has a themed pumpkin village every year. This year’s is “It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”! My favorite is the 2022 theme, “A Fall Fairy Tale,” though I also loved when they did A Wizard of Oz a few years ago.
It costs $12-20 to enter, but trust me, this spot is worth it! You have to get online tickets in advance to reserve your time, which you can do here.
Tip: if you and your photographer/significant other/friend plan to visit the Dallas Arboretum at least twice this year (like for the Dallas Arboretum Christmas Market!), it’s actually cheaper to get an individual membership which allows you to also bring a guest!
With the membership, you can also sign up for “member morning walks” which allow you to arrive before the garden opens at 9 (though professional photography isn’t allowed until 9). Arriving early at least gives you time to find photo spots and take videos, though! And you’ll be ready before crowds show up!
PS. I’m wearing this dress from Amazon in the above photos!
5. St. James Episcopal Pumpkin Patch
2023 dates: from September 30th – October 31st
Hours:
- Sunday 11:30am – 7:00pm
- Monday-Thursday 1:00pm – 7:00pm
- Friday-Saturday 10:00am – 7:00pm
This church makes for the coolest backdrop to your pumpkin photos! Definitely is one of the coolest pumpkin patches in Dallas.
The pumpkin scene here is simple and classy- great for photo ops. With rows of pumpkins scattered across their lawn and the church steeple in the background, it makes for very neat photos!
It’s free to enter and you can buy pumpkins using a credit card!
5.5. Flowermound Pumpkin Patch (Closed in 2023)
These pictures were taken at Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch, TX 75028. Sadly it’s not open in 2023, but they hope to reopen next year.
Let’s hope they do! My favorite photo spot is the adorable pumpkin house pictured above!
(PS. Wondering how to pose for photos? Check out this post!)
6. Yesterland
2023 dates: September 23rd – November 5th
Hours:
- September: Saturdays & Sundays: 10am – 7pm
- October: Fridays & Saturdays: 10am – 10pm, Sundays: 10am – 7pm
- Spooktacular Nights (October): Fridays & Saturdays: dark – 10pm
- November: Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 6pm
This pumpkin patch is in Canton, TX. Since it’s further away, I actually have never visited, but I plan to before pumpkin patch season ends!
Yesterland Farm has plenty of photo ops for you- here’s just a glimpse into what they offer:
- Pumpkin patch
- Their “Amaze-ment” park (a small amusement park which has great rides for families)
- Corn maze
- A giant Texas flag mural on their barn with pumpkins in front of it
- Pumpkin houses
- An animal farm
You should buy your tickets online here ahead of time since it’ll save you time and money!
If you buy online, tickets for ages 3 and up cost $28.50 with fees included, whereas buying at the gate costs $34.95. Children 2 and under are free.
7. Shadow Creek Pumpkin Farm
2023 dates: September 30th – October 29th
Hours:
- Saturday 10am – 6pm
- Sunday 1pm – 6pm
- 4 special weekdays (10/6, 10/9, 10/13, 10/16) 10am-3pm
Entrance Cost: $17 per person (2 and under are free). You can get your tickets online here!
This Midlothian pumpkin patch is full of pumpkin photo ops!
With a youth-sized corn maze, families with kids will have no worries about little ones getting lost in the maze!
They’ve also got a hayride, a 2500 square foot jump pad, tree swings, pumpkin bowling, a slide, animals, hay bales, games, and more!
The downside: it’s only open on Saturdays and Sundays, and 4 weekdays (10/6, 10/9, 10/13, 10/16).
Other pumpkin patches in DFW
The patches I listed above are what I’d consider to be the best of the best pumpkin patches near Dallas.
But there are so many more! And depending on where you’re located, I figured you’d want to have a list of all the pumpkin patches in the area.
I haven’t visited these, so I can’t say for sure if they’re worthy of being in my “best” pumpkin patches category.
But based on what I’ve seen on Instagram and web searches, I’ve categorized these here. However, my opinion can be changed! Definitely comment below if you’ve visited and think they’re photo-worthy spots that deserve to be moved up into my “Best Pumpkin Patches in Dallas” category!
I’ve listed them from north to south (from Denison all the way to Alvarado) to try to organize them a bit!
8. Elves Christmas Tree Farm & Pumpkin Patch in Denison
2023 dates: September 30th – October 29th
Address: 601 Harvey Ln, Denison, TX 75020; http://www.elvesfarm.com/
Hours: Weekends only!
- Saturdays from 10am – 5pm
- Sundays from 1pm – 5pm
Entrance costs:
- It’s free to go see and buy the pumpkins at their farmers market with no activities
- $15 per person for the Pumpkin Tour, which includes all activities & one pumpkin from the patch.
- $10 per person for The Ride Along Tour, which includes all activities but no pumpkin
9. Preston Trail Farms and The Big Orange Pumpkin Farm in Gunter
2023 dates: September 16th – November 22nd
Address: 15102 TX-289, Gunter, TX 75058; www.prestontrailfarms.com
Hours: daily from 8am – 8pm
Entrance costs: 2 and under are free
- Weekdays (Monday through Friday) – $12 per person
- Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) – $15 per person (farm train ride included!)
10. Aubrey Pumpkin Patch at Team Family Farms
2023 dates: September 30th – November 5th
Address: 1042 W Sherman Drive, Aubrey, TX 76227; facebook.com/aubreypumpkinpatch
Hours: daily from 10am – 7pm
Entrance costs:
- Monday- Friday: $12 for ages 2 and up
- Saturday & Sunday: $16 for ages 2 and up
11. Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch
2023 dates: weekends only in October
Address: 1926 Milam Rd E Sanger, TX 76266; https://www.cobbinsfamilypumpkinpatch.com/
Hours:
- Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 7pm
Entrance costs:
- Adults and kids ages 13 and up: $12
- Children ages 3 and up: $10 (includes free mini pumpkin while supplies last)
12. Lola’s Local Market in Melissa
2023 dates: open until October 29th
Address: 1771 Kever Main, Melissa, TX 75454; facebook.com/lolaslocalmarket
Hours: Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, pumpkin activities are on weekends only.
- Wednesday – Thursday from 3pm – 7pm
- Friday – Saturday from 10am – 7pm
- Sunday from 12pm – 5pm
Entrance costs: Free to enter, pumpkin activities cost $1-$5. Parking is $5.
13. Storybook Ranch Pumpkin Patch in McKinney
2023 dates: October 7th – October 29th
Address: 3701 Custer Rd, McKinney, TX 75070; www.storybookranch.org
Hours: daily from 10am – dark (approx. 7pm)
Entrance costs: kids under 2 are free. Adults are cheaper than kids because of all of the activities and a mini pumpkin included with kid admittance.
- Kids 2 – 12: $15/each (includes petting zoo, bounce houses, hay maze, carousel pony ride, and more!)
- Kids 13 and up plus adults are $5/each
14. Pumpkins on the Prairie in Frisco
2023 dates: September 30th – October 31st
Address: Grace Avenue United Methodist Church at 3521 Main St, Frisco, TX 75034; www.graceavenue.org
Hours:
- Monday – Friday from 1pm – 7pm
- Saturday from 10 am – 7pm
- Sunday from 10:30 am – 7pm
Entrance costs: free!
15. Creekwood United Methodist Church in Allen
2023 dates: October 1st – 31st
Address: 261 Country Club Rd, Allen, TX 75002; www.creekwoodumc.org
Hours: daily from 9am – 7pm
Entrance costs: free!
16. Christ United Methodist Church in Plano
2023 dates: September 24th – October 31st
Address: 3101 Coit Rd, Plano, TX 75075; www.cumc.com/pumpkins
Hours: Daily from 9am – 7pm
Entrance costs: Free!
17. Arapaho United Methodist Church in Richardson
2023 dates: September 29th – October 29th
Address: 1400 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080; facebook.com/arapahoumc
Hours:
- Monday – Friday from 3pm-7pm
- Saturday and Sunday from 11am – 7pm
Entrance costs: Free!
18. Blase Family Farm in Rockwall
2023 dates: September 23rd – October 30th
Address: 1232 E Fork Rd, Rockwall, TX 75087; www.blasefamilyfarm.com
Hours: Reserve your time slot here beforehand.
- Monday – Friday from 9am – 6pm (by reservation)
- Saturday from 10am – 6pm (by reservation)
- Sunday from 12pm – 6pm (by reservation)
Entrance costs: $10.00 per person (free for ages 23 months and under)
19. Fritz Park Pumpkin Patch
2023 dates: weekends in October
Address: 312 E Vilbig St, Irving, TX 75060; website
Hours:
- Saturday from 10am – 5pm
- Sunday from 12pm – 5pm
Entrance costs (children 2 and under free):
- Irving residents $4.00
- Non-residents $5.00
- Child’s combo package $10.00 (includes admission, feed cup, pony ride, and Magic Pumpkin Seed)
20. Country Critters Farm in Mansfield
2023 dates: September 30th – October 28th
Address: 3709 County Rd 617, Alvarado, TX 76009; www.countrycrittersfarm.com
Hours:
- Weekdays by reservation only
- Open Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 5pm, gates close at 4pm.
Entrance costs: Ages 2 and under are free
- $15 per person
- Seniors are $7
21. Mainstay Farm in Cleburne
2023 dates: September 23rd – November 4th
Address: 1004 W Bethesda Rd, Cleburne, TX 76031; www.mainstayfarm.com
October Hours (different days for September and November):
- Friday nights: 5pm – 10pm
- Saturdays: 10am – 10pm
- Sundays: 11am – 6pm
Entrance costs: Ages 2 and under are free
- $25.95 (plus a $3.43 fee) if purchased online here
- $30.95 at the gate
22. Sunset Hill Tree Farm in Alvarado
2023 dates: every Saturday and Sunday in October, plus Monday October 9th and 16th
Address: 3400 County Rd 206, Alvarado, TX 76009; www.sunsethilltreefarm.co
Hours: Saturday and Sunday only from 9am – 5pm
Entrance costs: $10.00 per person, ages 3 and under are free.
Fall Photo Spots in Dallas
Here are some additional photo spots for your fall-themed photos in Dallas!
These spots aren’t really stay-and-linger or full fall-photoshoot spots… more like “let’s grab a quick photo here” spots!
(I got the photo above at Ruibals in 2019!)
23. Highland Park Town Hall
This has to be one of the prettiest town halls in America! And with their epic pumpkin display, they’re a must for a quick photo come fall!
24. La La Land Kind Cafe
This trendy coffee shop has its cute yellow truck on-site year-round. But come fall, the truck is filled with pumpkins!
So grab your coffee and their signature toast and grab a pic here!
The photo above is at the Greenville location (which is cuter!), but the Oak Lawn location also has a truck filled with pumpkins!
25. Fall leaves in the Park Cities
Our leaves don’t change until November, but when they do, it can be really beautiful!
I love driving through the Park Cities when the leaves change, scouring for good fall photo spots.
We snapped the photo above right by Highland Park Presbyterian Church. It required a zoom lens- this was shot at 120mm.
26. The red trees in The Village Dallas
We lived in The Village Dallas for five years! And each year, come fall, two trees by the bridge across the lakes always turn the prettiest red color!
To get there, park in a non-reserved spot near The Village Lakes office and walk on the path around the lake until you reach the “Kiss Me Here” bridge.
27. The Shops of Highland Park
This last spot we just stumbled upon the other day! It’s located on the steps leading from the parking lot to The Shops of Highland Park (right behind Merit Coffee).
The pumpkins and pretty blue tiles make for a quick and easy pumpkin photo!
In conclusion…
I hope I’ve inspired you to get out there and take some fall photos!
Do you know of more fall photo spots that should be on my list? Comment below if you do!
And lastly, here are some more posts you might enjoy:
- How to Pose for Photos
- 40 Creative Fall Photoshoot Ideas
- 51 Winter Photoshoot Ideas
- 101 Things to Do in Dallas
Happy exploring!
Jasmine
4 Responses
Hi Jasmine, we’d love to have you come and visit our new pumpkin patch. Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch in Sanger, TX.
That’s great to know that y’all are open! I’m adding you to this post. Hopefully we’ll be able to come visit this season!
Hi Jasmine!
Wanted to see if we could be considered to be listed as part of your extinguished list of Pumpkin Patches in the DFW area!
We have been contracted with the City of Irving to provide a pumpkin patch at one of their city parks every weekend in October.
This is very unique in the fact that Fritz Park actually has a fully operational petting farm in their park! We have managed it the past two summers and this is the first year we have introduced a Pumpkin Patch!
I myself have been in the children’s animal entertainment business for 18 years, and have worked events all over the state of Texas, so this is second nature to my company.
Our admission combo package includes pony ride, petting zoo feed cup along with a Magic Pumpkin Seed for the child to plant and grow their own baby pumpkin!
We opened this past weekend and the support we received from not only the community, but surrounding areas, was overwhelming. I encourage you to check out our link and also our FB page.
www.animalconnectionzoo.com/pumpkinpatch
Thanks in advance and I look forward to hearing from you!
That sounds like such a fun weekend activity, especially for kids! I’m adding you to my list now, thanks for letting me know!