Ah, September. If you love farm-fresh produce and spending time outside, this has to be one of your favorite months. What could be better than wandering through a pumpkin patch? Luckily, our real estate agents know of some amazing apple orchards and pumpkin patches in the Richmond area. Here are a few we suggest you check out this month.

Best Pumpkin Picking Experiences in Richmond

Gallmeyer Farms

Address: 4506 Millers Lane, Richmond 23231

Gallmeyer Farms offers a family-friendly pumpkin patch experience every year. Guests can stroll through the fields and pick pumpkins. Some weigh as much as 100 pounds!

In addition to pumpkin picking, Gallmeyer Farms has a hayride, spooky house tours, and a straw bale maze. You could easily spend a whole afternoon here. Don't forget to buy a pie to take home. Pets are not allowed at the farm.

Swift Creek Berry Farm

Address: 17210 Genito Rd., Moseley, VA 23120

While best known for their blueberries, Swift Creek Berry Farm also opens a pumpkin patch each fall. They grow so many different varieties, from knobby gourds to pie pumpkins. If you want to pick pumpkins for baking, this is the place to go.

Swift Creek Berry Farm does not charge an admission fee. They typically have a food truck on-site serving burgers and hot dogs, plus a few yard games and low-key activities for visitors to enjoy. Be sure to stop by their greenhouse for mums, cornstalks, and other fall decor.

Ashland Berry Farm

Address: 12607 Old Ridge Rd., Beaverdam, VA 23015

Ashland Berry Farm has been a community favorite since the 1970s. This farm sets up a 30+ acre pumpkin patch each year, and it's definitely worth a visit. For $30, you can take a hayride and take home as many pumpkins as you can carry. Challenge accepted!

If you plan your visit in the evening, you can stick around after dark for Terror on the Farm, a haunted house-type experience that is sure to give you a fright. There's also a donut shop, plus hot dogs, fries, and other goodies for sale.

Lloyd Family Farms

Address: 12204 Pinhook Road, Rockville, VA 23146, US

Just a short drive from Richmond, in the town of Rockville, Lloyd Family Farms has been running a Pumpkin Patch for years. They grow many different kinds of pumpkins, including green and bumpy varieties. They also have lots of gourds that customers typically use for decorating.

Part of the pumpkin picking experience at Lloyd's is riding on the tractor. The tractor will drop you off at the field, where you get to select your very own pumpkin. Lloyd's has offered its pumpkin patch since 2013, and it gets a little better each year.

The Great Pumpkin Patch at Ginter Park

Address: 1010 W Laburnum Ave., Richmond, VA 23227

The Great Pumpkin Patch at Ginter Park is another awesome place to pick out a pumpkin. They offer pumpkins in a range of sizes, from tiny to giant, and proceeds go to benefit Ginter Park UMC. 

This pumpkin patch also offers a few scheduled activities for kids, like Campfire & Chili & Movie Night and Multicultural Market Day. Keep an eye on their website for updates and scheduling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which pumpkin patch near Richmond is best for families with kids?
Gallmeyer Farms is a great pick for families, with a hayride, spooky house tours, and a straw bale maze to keep everyone entertained beyond pumpkin picking. The Great Pumpkin Patch at Ginter Park also offers scheduled kid-friendly events throughout the season.

Are any of these pumpkin patches free to visit?
Yes. Swift Creek Berry Farm doesn't charge admission, so you can browse their pumpkin varieties, grab a bite from the food truck, and enjoy a few yard games at no cost.

Is pumpkin picking a good way to explore Richmond neighborhoods?
Absolutely. Many of these farms are just outside the city, making them a fun addition to a day spent touring Richmond homes for sale. If you're house hunting in the area, contact us to connect with a local agent who can help.

Would it really be fall without a visit to the pumpkin patch? We don't think so! Have a great time picking pumpkins, and don't forget to contact us if you're looking for Richmond homes for sale.