Fall is finally here, and that means pumpkin everything! That’s right, folks, it’s time to crank out those carving tools and fully embrace the season by picking out the perfect, plump pumpkin and creating a work of art that you can display all month long. Luckily for us, there are multiple pumpkin patches for you to wander through until you find one that seems to be calling your name! And let’s be honest, we all know there’s nothing better than enjoying some delicious roasted pumpkin seeds after hollowing out the seasonal squash. But if you’re looking for more ways than one to enjoy the season then have no fear; there are plenty of festivities taking place around town for you to get your fall-fix. From pumpkin patches, corn mazes, sunflower fields, hayrides, and more, you’ll be feeling festive all season long! So whether you’re just in search of some Jack-O-Lantern supplies, or you’re trying to make a full-day of the festivities, we’ve got you covered.
PUMPKIN PATCHES
First United Methodist Church
118 King Street St.
The First United Methodist church offers pumpkins of all sizes and prices at their downtown location on the corner of King St. and Riberia. The pumpkins go on sale on Thursday, October 3, 2019. Hours for purcahse are 10 am to 7 pm daily. Additionally, a special Trunk or Treat event will be held at the Church on Wednesday, October 23, from 5-7 pm. This is a family-friendly, free event.
www.facebook.com/FUMCStAugustine
River of Life United Methodist Church
2600 Race Track Road
The River of Life United Methodist Church will have pumpkins available for you throughout the month of October, beginning on October 1st. A portion of the proceeds from pumpkin patch sales will go toward benefits for the Florida United Methodist Children’s Home and other ministries in the church each year. The pumpkin patch is open for visitors from 10am-12pm and 2-8pm on weekdays; 10am-8pm on Saturdays; and 11am-8pm on Sundays.
www.rolumc.com
Shores United Methodist Church
724 Shores Blvd.
Pumpkins will be available for purchase at Shores United Methodist Church following service on Sunday, October 5. The patch will then be open daily from 12-7pm on Saturdays and Sundays, and 2-7pm Mondays through Fridays throughout the month of October. The Church will also hold its Fall Festival, featuring children’s games, a bounce house, food, and live music, in addition to the pumpkin patch, on Saturday, October 19, from 3-5pm. There will be also be a Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 31, from 5-7pm. These events are free and open to the public.
www.shoresumc.org
CORN MAZES (AND OTHER FALL FUN)
Amazing Grace Crop Maze
2899 Wisteria Farms Road, Green Cove Springs
October 4-26, various times
Amazing Grace Family Farm offers fall festiviites for the entire family to enjoy. Hours are Fridays from 5-10pm and Saturdays from 10am to 10pm. Come enjoy the pumpkin patch, a sunflower field, crop and hay mazes, and much more! Go find the perfect pumpkin and make a full day of it!
www.agcropmaze.com
Cowart Ranch and Farms
8185 W Highway 100, Bunnell, FL 32110
October 5-November 3, various times
Enjoy the Cowart Farms Maze Dayze from October 5 through November 3, offering a corn maze, pumpkin and sunflower patch, hayrides, games, activities and more. Take a drive and get lost walking through the maze or enjoy a hayride with your family before packing your car full of pumpkins! Hours for this season-long event are Fridays, 6-10pm, Saturdays 10am-9pm, and Sundays 11am-7pm.
www.cowartranchandfarms.com
Sykes Family Farms
5995 Brough Rd, Elkton, FL, 32033
October 5-27, various times
Sykes Family Farm is bringing you fall festivities all month long. Get in the mood this holiday season by wandering throughout their 9-acre maze! Enjoy games, hayrides and other activities for a full day of fun. Take the short drive West and enjoy all that this family farm has to offer. Hours are Fridays, 6-10pm, Saturdays 10am-10pm, and Sundays 10am-5pm.
www.sycofarms.com
FALL FESTIVITIES
St. Ambrose Fall Festival
St. Ambrose Catholic Church
October 13, 12-4pm
St. Ambrose Catholic Church is hosting their annual Fall Fair on Sunday, October 13 from 12-4pm. There will be live entertainment, a silent auction, a hay ride, bake sale, and plenty of activities for the whole family. This event is free and open to the public!
www.saintambrose-church.org
Annual Fall Festival at Markland
Markland Florida
October 19, 10am-3pm
Markland residents, friends, and families from surrounding areas…everyone is invited to this free event open to the public! Celebrate fall with some fun activities for children and adults, like Crafts, Face painting, Carnival games, a Balloon artist, Food trucks, Live music, Local vendors, and much more!
www.markland.com
Our Lady of Good Counsel Fall Festiv’All
Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church
October 20, 11am-4pm
Head over to Our Lady of Good Counsel for their Fall Festival event! The Annual Fall Festiv’All with include kids games, inflatables, Filipino & Festival Foods, Entertainment and a Classic Car Show.
www.olgc-church.org
Pumpkin Patch Takeover
World Golf Village
October 26, 2-8pm
Taking place at World Golf Village, this family-friendly event will include many activities including bobbing for donuts, cookie decorating, scarecrow stuffing, stencil painting, and pumpkin pitcking. You don’t want to miss this fantastic fall event!
www.worldgolfvillage.com
Ancient City Baptist Church Fall Festival
Ancient City Baptist Church
October 31, 6-8pm
The Ancient City Baptist Church annual Fall Festival will take place at the Church’s playground on Halloween! Come celebrate the season with plenty of activities for kids of all ages, including a giant slide, and food for the whole family. This is event is free and open to the public.
www.ancientcitybaptist.org