Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches
During the Fall season, many farms around the Madison offer a delightful blend of seasonal adventures. Corn mazes transform fields into thrilling labyrinths where every twist and turn presents a challenge, and the excitement of finding your way out is an experience best shared with family and friends. Meanwhile, pumpkin patches capture the essence of fall, offering far more than just a place to pick your perfect pumpkin. They’re charming places to create lasting memories. Whether you’re seeking a thrilling challenge in a corn maze or a picturesque day filled with family fun at a pumpkin patch, these locations provide the ideal setting for embracing the spirit of the season.
Anderson’s Pleasant Patch Pumpkins - Cottage Grove/2313 Koshkonong Rd.
Pleasant Patch features a traditional pumpkin patch and corn maze, complemented by a haunted house for those seeking a spooky adventure. It’s a good mix of family-friendly and thrilling fall experiences.
Phone: (608) 839-3005
Enchanted Valley Acres - Cross Plains/5047 Enchanted Valley Rd.
This farm offers a unique experience with its massive corn maze, pumpkin patch, wagon rides through picturesque landscapes, and a chilling haunted forest at night. They also host special events like flashlight nights and bonfires, adding to the fall fun.
Phone: (608) 798-4769
Eplegaarden Orchard - Fitchburg/2227 Fitchburg Rd.
Opens with a limited schedule in mid-August with a bountiful farm store including Dutchess and other heirloom varieties of goodies. Pick your own flowers, fruit and firewood.
Phone: (608)845-5966
Eugster’s Farm Market - Stoughton/3865 Hwy 138
Eugster’s provides a charming fall experience with a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, and a variety of farm animals to interact with. They also have a farm market offering fresh produce and fall treats.
Phone: (608) 873-3795
Heise Pumpkin Patch - Middleton/4950 High Rd.
Family owned and operated pumpkin patch. Open early September through Halloween. Go for seasonal decorations or family photo-ops.
Hermanson Pumpkin Patch - Edgerton/127 Hwy N
This family-friendly farm offers a simple and enjoyable fall experience with its pumpkin patch, corn maze, and hayrides. It’s a relaxed setting perfect for a leisurely autumn outing.
Phone: (608) 751-9706
Schuster’s Farm - Deerfield/1326 Hwy 12
Schuster’s is a classic fall destination with a wide variety of attractions. You’ll find a corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, apple cannons, farm animals, a haunted forest (for those seeking thrills), and various fall-themed games and activities. It’s a great place for families and groups.
Phone: (608) 764-8488
Skelly’s Farm Market - Janesville/2713 S Hayner Rd.
Situated in Janesville, Skelly’s has a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, and a petting zoo. They also offer a farm market with fresh produce, baked goods, and fall decorations.
Phone: (608) 752-8042
Sutter’s Ridge Farm - Mt Horeb/2074 Sutter Dr.
Sutter’s Ridge combines the joys of apple picking and pumpkin picking with a fun corn maze and a dedicated activity area for kids. It’s a picturesque spot for enjoying fall flavors and family time.
Phone: (608) 437-5318
Treinen Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch - Lodi/W12420 Hwy 60
Treinen Farm boasts a sprawling 15-acre corn maze, offering a challenging and exciting adventure.Their pumpkin patch is also extensive, ensuring you’ll find the perfect gourd. Hayrides and other fall activities round out the experience.
Phone: (608) 622-7407
Warm Belly Farm-Cottage Grove - Cottage Grove/4311 Vilas Hope Rd.
Great place for both adults and kids! includes a beer garden, lots of kids activities and garden center. Stay tuned for their Fall Festival!
Phone: (608)669-9901
* It’s always best to check the individual farm’s website or social media pages for the most up-to-date information on hours, admission prices, and special events. Fall is a busy time, so plan your visit accordingly and enjoy the autumn festivities!
Area Fall Festivals: September Edition
Crisp air, crunchy leaves, and the smell of hot apple cider—there’s nothing quite like fall festivals across southern Wisconsin. From corn mazes in Janesville to pumpkin patches in Mount Horeb and cider tastings in New Glarus, every weekend feels like a celebration of all things autumn. You can cheer on the pumpkin chuckers in Sauk City, dance to live polka bands in Monroe, or pick the perfect gourd while munching on cinnamon-sugar donuts in Baraboo. With cozy flannels, hayrides under golden trees, and endless bratwursts, southern Wisconsin turns into a fall-lover’s playground - just don’t forget to grab a caramel apple (or three) for the road!
SEPTEMBER FESTIVAL GUIDE
3-7 Richland County Fair - Richland Center/fairgrounds
5 Art Infusion - Janesville/downtown river walk
5-6 Chilimania - Edgerton/downtown
5-6 Fall Fest 2025 - Oconomowoc/133 E Wisconsin Ave.
5-6 TosaFest - Wauwatosa/downtown
5-7 Dairy Days - Platteville/Legion Park
5-7 Heritage Days - Beloit/citywide
5-7 Wild West Days – Mazomanie/Lions Park
6 Oktoberfest – Madison/Essen Haus
6 Pick-A-Peck Apple Fest – Fort Atkinson/Warm Belly Farm (W8974 Hwy C)
6 Thirsty Troll Fest - Mt. Horeb/Tyrol Basin
6 Watermelon Festival - Pardeeville/Chandler Park
6 Wisconsin State Chili Cookoff - Green Lake/Deacon Mills Park
11-14 Wauktoberfest – Waunakee/Endres Manufacturing Co.
12-14 Gemuetlichkeit Days – Jefferson/Fair Park
12-14 Wo-Zha-Wa Days Fall Festival - Wisconsin Dells/downtown
13 Street Festival - Monroe/downtown
13 Pepper Festival - Beaver Dam/Park Village Shopping Center
18 Madison Night Market - Madison/State St. & Capitol Square
19-20 Oktoberfest - Waukesha/Frame Park
20 Baraboo Oktoberfest – Baraboo/Circus World
20 Brew-B-Que 2025 – Lodi/downtown
20 Fall Festival - Beloit/downtown
20-21 Driftless Area Art Festival - Soldiers Grove/Beauford T. Anderson Park
20-21 Willy Street Fair - Madison/800-1000 blocks of Williamson St.
25 Sip & Stroll: Beer & Cider Edition - Middleton/downtown
25-28 Oktoberfest - New Glarus/downtown
25-28 Art of Cheese Festival - Madison/Capitol Square
26 Fall Fest - Verona/Hometown USA Festival Park
26-28 Apple Festival - Gays Mills/downtown
26-28 Cornish Festival - Mineral Point/Opera House
26-28 Cranberry Festival - Warrens/402 Pine Street
27 42nd Chili Cookoff - Monona/Ahuska Park
27 Lions Chili Fest – Deerfield/Fireman’s Park
27 True North Music and Food Festival – Madison/Duck Pond
27 Wagons and Wine – Baraboo/Circus World
27-28 Golden Days Harvest Festival - Green Lake/downtown
30-10/3 World Dairy Expo - Madison/Alliant Energy Center




