Pumpkin season is officially underway. And Southern California is getting ready for weeks of hayrides, corn mazes, farm activities and, of course, plenty of pumpkins! While some fall attractions open as early as September, others are waiting until October to kick off the festivities.
Whether you’re looking for a classic pumpkin patch or a full day of fall activities, here are six Southern California spots to add to your autumn bucket list.
Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch
🎃 Open Now Through October 31, 2026
Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch returns to Culver City for its 39th year of fall fun. Families can enjoy pumpkin picking, inflatable slides, bounce houses, pumpkin decorating, a straw maze, and a petting zoo at this longtime Halloween tradition.
📍 Where: 10100 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City
📅 When: Now through October 31, 2026
❗ Good to know: On-site parking is available. Pets are not allowed.
Irvine Park Railroad
🎃Opens September 12, 2026
Irvine Park Railroad returns to Irvine Regional Park for another season of fall fun. Along with pumpkin picking, visitors can enjoy seasonal activities including train and wagon rides, making this a classic choice for a family-friendly fall day.
📍Where: Irvine Regional Park, Orange
📅When: September 12 through the fall season
❗Good to know: Reservations are recommended for select activities and busy fall weekends.
Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch
🎃Opens September 17, 2026
Live Oak Canyon transforms its Redlands farm into a fall destination beginning September 17. The pumpkin patch combines traditional farm activities with seasonal entertainment, with late Friday and Saturday hours giving visitors the chance to enjoy the festivities into the evening.
📍Where: Redlands, CA
📅When: September 17 through the fall season
❗Good to know: Check the current schedule before visiting, as hours vary by day.
Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival
🎃Opens September 26, 2026
Underwood Family Farms brings its annual Fall Harvest Festival back to Moorpark on September 26. The sprawling farm offers a full day of autumn activities across five themed weekends, making it easy to turn a pumpkin-picking trip into a full fall outing.
📍Where: Moorpark, CA
📅When: September 26 through the fall season
❗Good to know: Weekend admission is timed, so check availability and book online before heading out.
SkyPark at Santa’s Village
🎃Opens October 3, 2026
Fall heads to the mountains when SkyPark at Santa’s Village begins its seasonal programming on October 3. Set among the trees in Skyforest, the park offers autumn activities, entertainment and seasonal programming alongside its mountain scenery.
📍Where: Skyforest, CA
📅When: October 3 through the fall season
❗Good to know: This is a great option if you want to pair your pumpkin-season plans with a mountain day trip.
PumpkinFest at Kellogg Ranch
🎃Opens October 10, 2026
PumpkinFest at Cal Poly Pomona’s Kellogg Ranch arrives in October with a classic farm-style fall celebration. The seasonal festival features themed weekends, mazes, hay wagon rides, a petting farm and plenty of opportunities to embrace pumpkin season.
📍Where: Cal Poly Pomona, Pomona
📅When: October 10 through the fall season
❗Good to know: Check the official event information for current hours, admission and activity details before visiting.
