Seasonal & Holidays

Santa Cruz Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

Halloween fun is right around the corner, and you don't have to travel far to find the best fall pumpkins in the Santa Cruz area in 2021.

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With Halloween coming this weekend, there is still plenty of time to find a last-minute pumpkin to carve or decorate around Santa Cruz.
With Halloween coming this weekend, there is still plenty of time to find a last-minute pumpkin to carve or decorate around Santa Cruz. (Autumn Johnson/Patch)

SANTA CRUZ, CA — October is quickly coming to an end, and time is almost up to get the best pumpkin at a local patch for Halloween.

An annual trip to a Santa Cruz pumpkin patch is a fall pastime for many families. Fields often have free activities such as corn mazes, hayrides and apple cider tastings.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is relatively safe, but mask and social distancing guidelines and hours of operation may change. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website.

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Below are some of the top pumpkin fields in the Santa Cruz area to visit in 2021:

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