Pumpkin picking season

Of course, you can go to any grocery store and buy your fall pumpkins. But what is the fun of that? Picking pumpkins is the perfect way to spend a fall day in Oklahoma. Many local farms offer you the chance to pick your own pumpkins and other fun family activities.

Orr Family Farm - 14400 S. Western, Oklahoma City, OK 73170

Visiting the Orr Family Farm in the fall is an experience like no other. They have an award-winning fall production including pumpkin picking, a fall maze, sunflower fields, a carousel, cannon blasters, a zombie apocalypse paintball experience, hayrides, Trick “Orr” Treat, and so much more! With more than 25 family attractions, you are bound to find something for everyone to enjoy.

Chester’s Party Barn & Farm - 5201 Cimarron Road NW, Piedmont, OK 73078

Take a small escape into the country at Chester’s Party Barn & Farm. Chester’s Pumpkin Patch is one of the best in the region. Included with admission are pony rides, a petting zoo, hayrides, a mystery maze, barnyard games and one pumpkin per person. They typically welcome 30,000 guests over the month of October, so you know this place is a hit for wholesome family experiences!

Cross Timbers Christmas Tree Farm - 2161 Harrison Avenue, Harrah, OK 73045

Pick your pumpkins from the pumpkin patch, get your decorative corn stalk bundles, ornamental corn, straw bales and fall decorating items. Kids can shuck their own corn, run it through the corn sheller, grind it in the corn mill and feed it to the chickens. They can also pet the animals, ride in the barrel train and play in the corn pit while parents sip warm cider by the firepit. There are plenty of fun photo opportunities at this special place!

Be sure to support local farms and make this season one to remember for you and your family.