Germantown Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

GERMANTOWN, MD — Cooler fall days are quickly approaching in the Germantown area, which means it's time to start planning your family’s yearly trek to the country to find the best pumpkins.

There are a few weeks left to pick out a great pumpkin for a Halloween jack-o'-lantern. Many pumpkin patches offer free activities such as hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin farm is moderately safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for guidelines and hours of operation.

Here are some of the top pumpkin patches near Germantown to visit in 2021:

• Brookfield Pumpkins
• DePaul's Urban Farm
• Homestead Farm
• Loudounberry
• Sharp's At Waterford Farm
• Summers Farm
• The Maryland Corn Maze
• Wegmeyer Farms
• Winterbrook Farms
• Butler's Orchard