Pumpkin Picking

October Pumpkin Picking in Long Island, NY (other area's to come)

Every year I start searching in August for an amazing new pumpkin farm for my family to visit. 

Pumpkins have been a Halloween tradition since 1866. What we may know as a "Jack-O-Lantern".

Each pumpkin farm offers a different selection of pumpkin picking. Some offer "picking pumpkin directly from the vine" and others offer "pre-picked off the vine pumpkins" which are generally located in one area of the farm. 

What else can you do at a Pumpkin Farm?

When I search for a pumpkin farm I look for one's that offer other family activities such as:

Bouncy Castles or Slides

Children's Playground (Most are included with your admission)

Games

Rides (Train Rides, Bicycle riding, Pony rides and Hayrides etc)

Petting Zoo or Farm

Shows / Music

Corn Maze

Haunted House

Apple Picking

Great far fresh foods

Animal Feeding

Face Paint

etc

How much does it cost?

When searching for a Pumpkin farm I look for Flat Price that offers unlimited access to the bouncy slide or castles, playgrounds, games, petting zoo and whatever else I can find included with admission. A lot of times you pay additional for pony rides, hayrides, face painting, the haunted house and apple picking. You can't get everything included in your admission. 

How can I be prepared for a day at the Pumpkin Farm?

I suggest wearing an old pair of sneakers and bring a pocket knife if you plan on picking a pumpkin on the vine. Pumpkin's are generally priced at $0.59 per pd to $0.79 per pd (Bring cash unless you have confirmed they accept credit cards). Come early to the farm. I am there 30 mins after it opens. I avoid parking headaches and my kids get to enjoy the bouncy castle and slides before the crowd of kids come. By the time it gets crowded we are ready to check out with our pumpkins.

What kind of food do they sell?

Pumpkin Farms sell amazing food and bake goods. It's like no other. Having an apple cider donut is a must for my family. If you get there early you will get a warm one. Can't forget the roasted corn. Most farms offer an unlimited number of baked pies and goods. Most important for your picky kiddies most offer the basic hot dog, hamburger, fries and corn dog. Some offer homemade jam's, maple syrup's and fresh vegetables.

What type of pumpkin should I choose?

You want to find a pumpkin with the least amount of bruises or damages to the skin. Your pumpkin should have a stem attached. In no way should your pumpkin have any soft or brown spots. 

Pumpkins come in all shapes, sizes and colors. Choose your pumpkin according to the design you wish to carve in it. 

Family Go Round 

Long Island Pumpkin Farms

Borellas Farm Stand

485 Edgewood Ave, Saint James, NY 11780.

Phone: 631.862.7330. Open: Weekends in October from 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month of October enjoy our Fall Festival pumpkin picking (on the vine), hay rides , roasted corn , corn maze , and more. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard. All vegetables are pre-picked. 

Save $8.00 on Admission by clicking the link below

http://www.borellasfarmstand.com/Harvest_Fall_Festival.php

Bridgewater Farms & Nursery

1624 Manatuck Blvd, Bay Shore, NY 11706. Phone: 631-665-5411. 

Email: info@brightwatersfarms.com Open: Gates open from 9 am-5 pm. Pumpkin Picking, Live entertainment with Zippy the Clown - Cartoon Characters - Face Painting - Little Farmers Play land, with giant inflatables, trike races, hay tunnel, and little tractor rides - Animal Feeding/Viewing - Cotton Candy - Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Kettle Corn, Roasted Corn - Bakery. 

Fall Harvest begins September 29, 2012 to October 28, 2012. 
What would fall be without a trip to the farm to enjoy the fruits of the harvest? Visit Brightwaters Farms with family & friends and experience the warm, serene atmosphere of our 12 + acre countryside setting. Indulge
in the harvest bounty from our country store & nursery where you will find: 

• Fresh apple cider • Homemade baked pies and goodies • Fresh baked cider donuts and cookies • Roasted corn on the cob • Fresh from the orchard apples • Fresh squeezed lemonade

• Pumpkins and gourds • Straw bales and scarecrows • Cotton Candy • Indian corn and corn stalks • Ribbons and baskets

And a whole host of other specialty items to decorate your home inside and out with the bounty of the harvest.

Weekday Schedule (excluding Columbus Day): No Charge for Admission
Pumpkin Picking $0.69 per pound
Farm Animal Feeding $2.00 per cone
Farm Playground No Charge
Hayrides $3.00 per person
Country Store

Weekend & Columbus Day Schedule : $5.00 Admission per person under 1 year old is free
Admission includes:
Unlimited Hayrides
Farm Playground
Live Entertainment with Zippy The Clown
Face Painting
Cartoon Characters
Animal Viewing

Additional Charges:
Pumpkin Picking $0.69 per pound
Pony Rides $6.00 per ride 60 pound weight limit
Little Farmers Playland: (3) Giant Inflatable’s, Trike Ride & Mini Tractor Ride $2.00 per child per ride
Farm Animal Feeding $2.00 per cone
Or
POP Admission: $20.00 per child includes General Admission plus unlimited rides in Little Farmers Playland
Does not include Pony Rides or Farm Animal Feeding
We do not give refunds on POP or token purchases!

Fink's Country Farm

6242 Middle Country Road, Manorville, NY 11949.
Email us at: info@finksfarm.com. 

Website: http://www.finksfarm.com/Fall-Farm-Stand.html

FALL FESTIVAL GENERAL ADMISSION $13.00 per person, Children 2 & under FREE!  Rate includes unlimited access until 5pm to the following: Unlimited Hay Rides* (first hay ride 10:00am)  7-Acre Corn Maze Animal Farm* Barnyard Bouncer Pig Races Playground area Calf Roping Combine Slide One (1) FREE Pumpkin Slingshot Picnic area* Bathroom facilities* Live Music (Month of October only) *Handicap accessible

**FALL FESTIVAL ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS Corn Cannon Face Painting Fall Photos Pony Rides - Starting at 10:30am Pumpkin Slingshot  Roasted corn U-pick Pumpkins on the vine Food & Beverage Kiddie Train **Additional fees apply

NIGHT LIFE ON THE FARM FLASHLIGHT MAZE - SATURDAY NIGHTS ONLY (Month of October only) SPOOKIE MAZE, October 26th and 27th $9.00 per person, Children 2 & under FREE! DON'T FORGET YOUR FLASHLIGHT!

FW Schmitt Farms

Walt Whitman Road, Melville, NY and 26 PineLawn Road, Melville, NY 11747. Phone: 631-271-3276.  Open: Daytime fun will begin on Saturday, September 24th, We will then be open September 24th, 25th, October 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 30th. 





Day Time Fun
Pick your own pumpkins
Bouncy Slides / Pumpkin Patch Playground
Farm animals / Pony Rides
Long Island's Largest Straw Pyramid

Visit the link to find out more about the Day Time Activities: http://www.schmittfarms.com/Daytime.htm

Night Time Horror
Experience terror in Long Island's Largest haunted mansion
Escape the clutches of the creepy nightmare corn maze

Visit the link to find out more information:
http://www.schmittfarms.com/Nighttime.htm


Hank's Pumpkin Town-Best Deal

240 Montauk Hwighway, Watermill, NY 11976. Phone: (631) 726-4667

For more information click the link below:

http://hankspumpkintown.com/farm/

THE MAZE PARK $10 WRISTBAND PER PERSON

INCLUDES UNLIMITED: ALL DAY CORN MAZE UNLIMITED WAGON RIDES • UNLIMITED TRACTOR TRAIN RIDES • TEXT TO PLAY • CALF ROPING • COW MILKING • GIANT MAZE MOUNTAIN SLIDE (a thrilling 50 foot tube slide) • PEDAL CART RACE TRACK  • SAND BOX With Diggers • CORN TABLE • CORN SWING • DUCK RACES MAZE GAMES • WOODEN PLAY STRUCTURES • EDUCATION STATIONS • 2 CURLY SLIDES & More! 

Harbes Family Farms

1223 Main Road, Jamesport, NY 11947
Phone: 631-722-2022. Email: harbes@harbesfamilyfarm.com. 
Open: Daily from 9 am to 6 pm. 

Pumpkin Patch-pick in the field, Fall festival, corn maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, farm animals, school tours, events at your location
Visit the website for more information:
http://www.harbesfamilyfarm.com/events/harvest-festival/


Stakey's Pumpkin Farm 

West Lane, Aquebogue, NY 11931. 
Phone: 631-722-3467. Fax: 631-722-8118. 
Email us at: info@stakeyspumpkinfarm.com

PUMPKINS- Pumpkins Pumpkins Pumpkins! 26 acres of over pick your own with over 18 different varieties $25.00- All one can carry or $0.59- per pound

Challenge yourself in our 3 acre corn maze. Its an exciting adventure you will never forget. Sizzle your senses and pit your wits trying to find your way through our large puzzle. Getting lost is all part of the fun.

Visit the website to find more information out:

http://www.stakeyspumpkinfarm.com



White Post Farms

250 Old Country Road, Melville, NY 11747. Phone: 631-351-9373. Fax: 631-424-4872. Email: rbrigman@hotmail.com
Long Island's favorite Fall Festival is always right at White Post Farms of Melville in Huntington, New York! We are Huntington's longest Fall Festival with six fun filled weekends and Columbus Day!

Our Festival runs September 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th and October 6th, 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th. Don't miss it!

Pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
Visit the website for more information  http://www.whitepostfarms.com/

More Locations To Come.....