I look forward to the fall months when the leaves on the trees change from green to vibrant reds and yellows. We are quickly reminded of how fast the seasons change. The fall months bring us cooler weather making outdoor family fun trips around Fairfield County enjoyable. Some of my favorite activities are visiting the farms with apple picking, hayrides, wine tasting, and pumpkins!
I have explored some great pumpkin patches in Fairfield County to visit in the fall. Grab a sweater and bring some large reusable bags to fill with fresh fruit and vegetables. Here are my top picks.
Jones Family Farm {Shelton}
This farm offers many great options for everyone. Pumpkin picking season is in full swing, and their hours are daily during the fall. Jones farm also is unique, with a winery on the property. Your family will also find corn mazes, hayrides, and animals here too. Definitely the quintessential autumn fun for all in Fairfield County.
Silverman’s Farm {Easton}
A fun and popular farm with so many options for everyone in the family. You will find a cute country store with various snacks and pantry items for sale. There is also an animal area where the kids will enjoy looking around. You will find lots of pumpkins to pick from too.
Warrup’s Farm {Redding}
This is another great place to look for your perfect pumpkin. Please check their website for their specific weekends, as they may vary.
Castle Hill Farm {Newtown}
Castle Hill Farm will not disappoint. This family-owned farm offers a pumpkin patch for your family to explore. This farm also offers space to host weddings, birthday parties, showers, and more. Castle Farm offers a trick-or-treat family experience. Please check them out for tickets for this event.
Blue Jay Orchards {Bethel}
Blue Jay Orchards has a beautiful market with many fruits, veggies, and goodies to select from. In addition to pumpkins, they have over 20 varieties of apples grown on their farm and are known for their top-grade fruit. You can also borrow one of their wagons to help transport the perfect pumpkin for you!
Plasko’s Farm {Trumbull}
Plasko’s Farm may be well known for its creamery and cafe. You must add this stop to your fall pumpkin hunting. They have a wide selection of ice cream and also bakery goodies to choose from. Plasko’s also offers a corn maze, with tickets if that is a must on your family fun list.
Eden’s Farms {Stamford}
Eden’s Farm is at the southern point of Fairfield County. At their garden center, you will find pumpkins and hand-painted pumpkins for sale. This pumpkin stop can also be helpful if you’re looking for any masonry or landscaping needs. Check out Eden’s Farms garden stand, where you will also find corn to bring home.
Benedict’s Home and Garden {Monroe}
At Benedict’s Home and Garden, you will enjoy their beautiful fall mums that are in season. The garden store offers so many colors to choose from along with your gardening essentials. You will indeed find your fall pumpkin too. This is a great weekend stop for the entire family as they offer a straw maze, corn maze, hayrides, and more. They also have a Cow’s Path Nature Trail. Some of the activities require tickets, so I recommend you call ahead to check the availability of the activities.
Stew Leonard’s {Norwalk & Danbury}
Stew Leonard’s is a great spot to drop in for food, snacks, and pumpkins. Stew’s hot apple cider and donuts are some of the yummy fall snacks. Stew’s offers a wide variety of pumpkins and sizes to pick from. They also have hayrides, but they fill up fast! You may want to call ahead to find out their availability before you visit.
Fairfield County has so many great places to find your perfect pumpkin! Whether it be from one of the places here or a place your family loves, we hope it is enjoyable.
