If you’re on the hunt for the perfect jack-o’-lantern, look no further—Los Angeles is home to some of the best pumpkin patches around. With Halloween fast approaching, now is the ideal time to visit one of these festive spots and pick out the ultimate gourd. From family-friendly farms to photo-ready setups, we’ve rounded up the top local pumpkin patches to explore this season.
Shawn’s Pumpkin Patch
Location: Los Angeles
Shawn’s Pumpkin Patch brings a charming country escape to its new location in Culver City. Visitors can wander through towering corn stalks, hay bale stacks, and an impressive variety of pumpkins in every size and shade. The experience is ideal for families, complete with festive extras like an inflatable pumpkin, arcade games, face painting, and even a giant tiger slide that adds a playful thrill to this urban autumn oasis.
Mr. Jack O’Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch
Location: Los Angeles
With six locations across California, Mr. Jack O’Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch offers a festive experience that’s both convenient and full of charm. While each location features its own unique activities, all include seasonal favorites like pumpkin decorating, carving stations, and Instagram-worthy photo ops. Guests can also enjoy family-friendly attractions such as petting zoos, bounce houses with slides, pumpkin bowling, and the delightfully spooky “tumbling tombstones,” making it a one-stop destination for fall fun.
Tina’s Pumpkin Patch
Location: Sherman Oaks
Located at Westfield Fashion Square in Sherman Oaks, Tina’s Pumpkin Patch offers a festive lineup of kid-friendly activities. Little ones can enjoy train and pony rides, navigate a fun obstacle course, bounce down an inflatable slide, and explore a classic straw maze. It’s a charming spot for families looking to combine seasonal fun with a touch of local flair.
Location: Long Beach
The folks at Pa’s Pumpkin Patch have more than forty years of experience serving up Halloween snacks, pumpkin-carving hacks, and adventurous activities. Additionally, its extensive ride list includes carnival-type attractions such as toon cars, a merry-go-round, and a dragon race.
Tanaka Farms
Location: Irvine (Tanaka) | Costa Mesa (Hana Field)
For an authentic fall experience without the frills, visit Tanaka Farms. This Orange County gem delivers one of the region’s only real working pumpkin patches. Guests can immerse themselves in nature with u-pick pumpkin and vegetable fields. In addition, there are scenic wagon rides, tractor climbs, and encounters with friendly barnyard animals. For a more intimate version of the experience, head to Hana Field in Costa Mesa—Tanaka’s charming sister location—offering a scaled-down yet equally festive celebration of the season.
The Pumpkin Factory
Location: Corona
The Pumpkin Factory in Corona offers a vibrant array of activities, making it a favorite fall destination for families. Kids can enjoy everything from archery and paintball to the whimsical bee train ride. In addition, they have a carousel, a spinning pumpkin, a Go Gator coaster, and even a mini helicopter experience.