Marlboro-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

MARLBORO, NJ — Not even pumpkin patches are escaping the coronavirus in 2020.

The ongoing pandemic has forced some of the region's most frequented pumpkin patches to adjust hours, regulations and offerings as they head into fall.

But, don't fear: There are still many pumpkin patches in and near Marlboro where you can have some fall fun.

Below is a list of some of our favorite local pumpkin patches:

Battleview Orchards (91 Wemrock Road, Freehold)
Pumpkin-picking will be available through October, as well as late-season peaches and an assortment of apple varieties. Other offerings include a general store, cider donuts and weekend hayrides. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Senior discounts offered on Mondays and Thursdays. Find the pick-your-own calendar here. For more information, visit battlevieworchards.com.

C. Casola Farms (131 S Main Street, Marlboro)
Get spooked on the Haunted Hayride of Terror, visit the 3D Haunted Barn and try to beat the Marlboro Zombie Breakout in a game of Zombie Paintball. For lighter fare, attendees can enjoy The Witch’s Brew refreshment stand with fresh baked cookies, hot dogs and more, as well as a seasonal Halloween boutique. Tickets and pricing available here. Open Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., weather permitting.

Eastmont Orchards (169 County Rd E., Colts Neck)
Pick your own apples, pumpkins and late-season peaches at this Colts Neck favorite. Apple varieties include Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Cameo, Cortland, Crispin, Empire, Golden Delicious, Idared, Jonathan, McCoun, Red Delicious, Spartan, Fuji, Granny Smith and Red Rome. Open from the end of July through October, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Weekends 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit http://eastmontorchards.com.

Happy Day Farm (106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan)
In addition to pumpkin picking, attendees can enjoy a slew of events at the beloved Happy Day Farm in Manalapan, including: a petting zoo, bee barn, corn maze, fun slide, pig race, pirate ship, pedal carts, pumpkin bowling, rainbow tires, ring toss, spider web, sunflower maze, tractor pull, tire mountain and tractor rides. The fan-favorite corn maze kiddie (mini) corn maze and corn cannon are also returning. For more information, visit https://www.happydayfarmnj.com.

Maple Leaf Farms (525 U.S. 9, Manalapan)
Maple Leaf Farms' Fall Funfest will run from September 19 - October 25. Festivities include Hayrides, a kids’ train ride, animal barnyard, corn maze, pig races, goat races, a tire mountain, jumping pony pen, pumpkin bowling and pumpkin picking. There’s also live country music and a live rodeo show at 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. The farm is open daily 10 a.m. 'till 5 p.m. For more information, visit https://mapleleaffarmnj.com.

Red Wagon Farm Market (437 Route 33, Manalapan)
For the farmers’ market crowd, look no further than Red Wagon Farm Market’s local produce market, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Weekenders will be able to enjoy hayrides (beginning Sept. 19) and pony rides (beginning Sept. 26) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Of course, attendees will be able to pick pumpkins, wander around the corn maze and enjoy a family picnic area. Masks required. For more information, visit https://redwagonfarmnj.com/fall-fun.

If we missed your favorite pumpkin patch, be sure to share it with readers in the comments section.