Fall in Love with Arlington—Pumpkin Patches You Can’t Miss
As the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, there’s no better time to explore the charm of Northern Virginia. Whether you’re new to the area or a lifelong local, these pumpkin patches and fall festivals near Arlington, VA offer the perfect way to celebrate the season.
Cox Farms
Drive Time: ~40 minutes from Arlington in Centreville, VA
Dates: Open Now through Nov 9th
Hours: 10 AM–6 PM (Sept–Oct), 10 AM–5 PM (Nov)
Pricing: $15–$30 depending on the day choice (online only)
Why Go: Famous for its giant slides, hayrides, Cornundrum maze, and Fields of Fear at night
Great Country Farms
Drive Time: ~1 hour from Arlington in Bluemont, VA
Dates: Now through Oct 31
Hours: 9 AM–5 PM
Pricing: $12-$16 depending on the date and age
Why Go: Pumpkin picking, pig races, corn maze, cider donuts, live music and more - even a pumpkin-eating dinosaur!
Reston Farm Garden Market Fall Fest
Drive Time: ~30 minutes from Arlington in Reston, VA
Dates: Now Through Oct 26 (Weekends)
Hours: 10 AM–5 PM
Pricing: $20 kids (2–12), $5 adult companion tickets
Why Go: Petting zoo, train rides, inflatables, and Spookley the Square Pumpkin story walk.
Burke Nursery
Drive Time: ~25 minutes from Arlington in Burke, VA
Dates: Now through Oct 31
Hours: Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM, Sun 9 AM–6 PM
Pricing: Free!
Why Go: Pumpkin patch, fall produce, local Shenandoah jams & jellies, apples, pony rides on weekends, award-winning cider donuts & more!
Nalls Produce
Drive Time: ~20 minutes from Arlington in Alexandria, VA
Dates: Open daily now through November 2nd
Hours: 10 AM–7 PM (Mon–Sat), until 6 PM Sun
Pricing: Free!
Why Go: Pumpkin Hill play area, famous Pumpkin Wall - a free fall display area for kids (or kids at heart), pumpkin fort, lots of specialty pumpkins, animals, and local fall treats.
Butler’s Orchard
Drive Time: ~45 minutes from Arlington in Germantown, MD
Dates: Now through Nov 2
Hours: Wed–Fri 1–6 PM, Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
Pricing: ~$12–$20 depending on date
Why Go: Hayrides, corn maze, jump pads, pumpkin cannon, pony rides, pick-your-own pumpkins, a mini digger and more!
