5 Best Kelowna Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes: Farm-Fresh Fall Fun [2024]

It's that time of year again! The leaves are changing colour, the air is getting cooler, and pumpkin patches are popping up all over town. Nothing welcomes in the spirit of the fall season than a visit to a local farm in the Okanagan region, and the abundance of great options is one of the many perks of living in Kelowna. Choose the perfect pumpkin at one of these farms and patches, and while you're there, discover exciting ways to celebrate the fall season and Halloween in Kelowna. 

Kelowna Corn Maze

The Kelowna Corn Maze is a must-visit for fall fun, offering a unique and family-friendly experience in Kelowna's Dilworth Mountain neighbourhood. Located less than 10 kilometres northeast of downtown, the maze provides an exciting challenge for all ages, with winding paths through tall corn stalks. For a spookier twist, the Haunted Corn Maze adds extra thrills during select nights, making it a popular choice for those seeking a bit of Halloween excitement.

Prices for the Kelowna Corn Maze range from $10–$25 per person. The Day Maze costs $10, the Scare Maze and Eve Maze are $15 each, and the combo price for the Eve and Scare Mazes is $25. In addition to the maze, visitors can also buy pumpkins and gourds, enjoy hayrides, and partake in other seasonal activities, making the Kelowna Corn Maze a perfect autumn destination.

• Address: 539 Valley Rd, Kelowna, BC V1V 2E6
• Corn Maze Dates: October 6–October 31
• Hours: Monday–Friday from 3:00–10:00 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Make a Day of It at McMillan Farms

Scour this 100-acre farm in Southeast Kelowna for that perfect orange or ghost pumpkin, and don't miss out on the fresh berries, apricots and other seasonal goodies! McMillan Farms is situated along Mission Creek, and this family-run operation goes all out for the fall season. Gear up for festivities that include games, straw hay bale mazes, and a tractor ride out to the fields where a new pumpkin slingshot has been positioned.

Visitors will want to stop at the farm's gift shop after partaking in a self-brought picnic basket or snag snacks from the refreshment stand. Admission is free, but some activities have a small cost. However, there are many freebies and family deals available, too. Be sure to make time to visit Sleepy Hollow by the pumpkin patch for an extra spooky experience.

• Address: 3690 Berard Rd #1, Kelowna, BC V1W 4A9
• Pumpkin Patch Hours: September 24 – October 31 & Thanksgiving Weekend / Sunday–Wednesday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. / Thursday–Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Phone: +1 250-448-2336

Davison Orchards at Country Village

Head over to the Vernon community, located 50 km north of Downtown Kelowna, where Davidson Orchards will be pulling out all the stops for their annual fall festivities. While it's open year-round, the orchards truly come to life in the fall with the opening of the pumpkin patch! Visitors can pay for a tractor ride ($8 per person) to the pumpkin patch and pick their own gourds or pumpkins for just $6 for any size.

Visitors can opt for pre-picked pumpkins for a quicker pumpkin purchase, which are also $6 for any size. Most of the selections are traditional orange jack-o-lantern types, but there are also tiny ones and showpiece white ghost varieties, in addition to culinary and specialty pumpkins. Davidson Orchards features a small animal petting and viewing corral, a large gift shop, a farmer's market and bakery and a playground for the kiddos.

• Address: 3111 Davison Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1A2
• Phone: 250-549-3266
• Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 10 a.m.–4:00 p.m. in October

Haunted Farm at Don-O-Ray Farms

Don-O-Ray Farms in Kelowna South is a great place to spend the day all year, but it's a can't-miss adventure when the annual Haunted Farm arrives. Guests can ride out to the fields on a hayride to pick up gourds and pumpkins or get one from the market. The fun continues next door, with a large hedge maze and a petting zoo featuring ducks, bunnies, goats, chickens and more—including a few spooky surprises. The admission fee is just $10, and it includes an airbrush tattoo!

The Haunted Farm at Don-O-Ray Farms is family-friendly; they don't use blood and gore, but there are fun scares to be had for all. The event runs throughout October.

• Address: 3443 Benvoulin Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M5
• Phone: 250-860-2557
• Farm Hours: 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Daily
• Haunted Farm Adventure Hours: October 1–31 from Friday through Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Exploring O'Keefe Ranch

O'Keefe Ranch is a historic ranch and farm located in Vernon. The Okanagan Valley ranch offers a variety of activities for visitors during the fall, including a corn maze, bonfires for making smores, and a kid's haunted house. Other events include the Field of Screams (horror-themed festival) and O'Keefe Ranch Ghost Tours. Don't forget the pumpkins! The Ranch has a small patch for visitors to visit and buy their perfect pumpkin.

• Address: 9380 BC-97, Vernon, BC V1H 1W9
• Kids Haunted House & Family Daze: October 5–27
• Field of Screams: September 27–November 3

What Do to With Those Pumpkins: The Jack-O'-Lantern's Story

While the pumpkins are perfect for pies, other meals, and simple decorations, the go-to use is often a jack-o'-lantern. These carved pumpkins got their name from the peat bogs of Eastern England, where often a strange light could be seen flickering above them. This was called will-o'-the wisp or jack-o'-lantern. Humans have been carving gourds for lanterns for hundreds of years, but the Halloween tradition may have begun in the 1800s. Like most traditions, there are numerous stories for how the jack-o'-lantern came to be, ranging from an 1837 competition in Limerick, Ireland, to the Druid festival of Samhain to "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." Regardless of where these carved pumpkins originated, they're now a staple of Halloween.

Finding the Best Kelowna Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

Fall is a beautiful time of year in Kelowna, and there's no better way to enjoy the season than by visiting some of the best pumpkin patches around. Get into the spirit at these impressive farms by picking pumpkins and taking on the challenges of the various corn mazes in the area. Be sure to call ahead to confirm hours and dates!