Seasonal & Holidays

Downers Grove-Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

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

A roundup of pumpkin patches to visit in and around Downers Grove in 2021.
A roundup of pumpkin patches to visit in and around Downers Grove in 2021. (Autumn Johnson/Patch)

DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Fall in the Downers Grove area is often filled with fun family traditions: that first sip of hot apple cider, cool nights around a bonfire and the yearly excursion to a nearby pumpkin patch or field to find the best pumpkin.

Early October can be a great time to pick up pumpkins before the October rush. Plus, many pumpkin patches offer free hayrides, corn mazes and games for kids.

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It’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for coronavirus-related guidelines and hours of operation.

Below are some of the top pumpkin fields in the Downers Grove area to visit in 2021:

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If we missed your favorite pumpkin patch, be sure to tell us about it in the comments below.

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