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Visit A DC Pumpkin Patch Before It’s Too Late

For many families, this weekend is the last chance to visit a pumpkin patch in the Washington, D.C. area. Do you have a favorite spot?

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For many families, this weekend is the last chance to visit a pumpkin patch in the Washington, D.C. area. Do you have a favorite spot?
For many families, this weekend is the last chance to visit a pumpkin patch in the Washington, D.C. area. Do you have a favorite spot? (Liana Messina/Patch)

WASHINGTON, DC — Don’t miss out, this is the last full weekend to visit a D.C. area pumpkin patch and buy your Halloween decorations.

If your family still wants to drop by a local pumpkin patch in D.C., we have a list of stands open in the area. And, we have tips on pumpkin carving and how to perfectly roast those seeds for snacks.

In many cases, coronavirus precautions have merely changed — not shut down — area pumpkin patches and their entertainment options. Below is a list of some of our favorite pumpkin patches near D.C., with an address, hours and website to check for more details.

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Fall-O-Ween Park Bonanza
Address: The Park at LeDroit, 3rd Street and Elm Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20001
Season opening/closing dates: Saturday, Oct. 26
Attractions: Enjoy the fall season with food, drinks, and pick-your-own pumpkins at the newly renovated Park at LeDroit. Come in costume — dogs, too!
Hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Pricing: Free

Pumpkin Party at Common Good City Farm
Address: 300 V St., N.W., Washington, DC 20001
Season opening/closing dates: Saturday, Oct. 26
Attractions: Enjoy the fall season with food, drinks, pick-your-own pumpkins, and more at Common Good City Farm
Hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Pricing: Free
Phone: 202-559-7513
Website: Pumpkin Party

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Montpelier Farms Fall Festival
Address: 1720 Crain Highway North, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Season opening/closing dates: Sept. 19-Nov. 8
Attractions: Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Bowling, Cub Corral, Pumpkin Chunkin', Duck Races and Gem Stone Mining.
Hours: September - Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m-7 p.m. October - Fridays, 5-11 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; November - Saturdays, aturdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m-7 p.m. Last admission sold one hour before closing.
Pricing: General admission is $12 and children under 2 are free.
Phone: 410-320-0464
Website: 27th Annual Pumpkin Patch

Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill's 27th Annual Pumpkin Patch
Address: 3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria VA
Season opening/closing dates: Oct. 4-31
Attractions: Pumpkins of various sizes are offered, with prices starting at $1 and up based on size. In addition, homemade soups, including a vegetarian variety, baked goods, and knit wear are also for sale.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 12-6 p.m.; Weekends, 10-6 p.m.
Pricing: Free
Phone: 703-657-0999
Website: 27th Annual Pumpkin Patch

DePaul's Urban Farm
Address: 2599 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA 22181
Attractions: Buy seasonal plants, pumpkins, apples and cider.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Pricing: Free.
Phone: 703-537-0744
Website: DePaul's Urban Farm

Maryland Corn Maze
Address: 389 Gambrills Road, Gambrills, MD 21054
Season opening/closing dates: Sept. 19-Nov. 8
Attractions: Hayrides, pumpkins, petting zoo, kettle corn, corn dogs, corn maze, and everything fall.
Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Pricing: $11-14 Group rates available.
Phone: 240-398-6430
Website: Maryland Corn Maze

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