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!
