Western Connecticut Pumpkin U-Pick Orchards in !

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Pumpkin U-Pick Orchards in Western Connecticut in 2025, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for pumpkins that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have pumpkins farms that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Fairfield County

Blue Jay Orchards - apples, pumpkins, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill fresh apple cider made on the premises, and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, school tours
125 Plumtrees Road, Bethel, CT 06801. Phone: 203-748-0119. Open: August to Thanksgiving 7 days a week from 9 am to 5:30 pm Pick Your Own Hours are 7 days a week from 9 am to 5 pm After Thanksgiving thru December 24th open Thursday thru Sunday 10 to 5:30 Pick your own apples is from late August to early November based on picking conditions Pumpkins start the last weekend of September and run through the month of October. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover. Hayrides to the pumpkin patch are weekends only Crops are usually available in August, September, October, November. (UPDATED: June 28, 2025, JBS)
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Jones Family Farms Pumpkinseed Farm - Strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins, Christmas trees, winery
120 Beardsley Road, Shelton, CT 06484. Phone: (203) 929-8425. Email: janet@jonesfamilyfarms.com. Open: Strawberries June; blueberries early July to mid-August, you need a reservation; Christmas trees starts weekend before Thanksgiving. Click here for a map and directions.
Jones Family Farms Pumpkinseed Farm Facebook page. A 400-acre family farm since 1848. Berry picking is at the Valley Farm or Pumpkinseed Hill. Farm hours and harvest areas depend on weather and crop readiness. We have strawberry fields at our Pumpkinseed Hill and Valley Farm locations. Be sure to call the Farmer Jones Crop Line (203-929-8425) before leaving your home to come harvest. The Crop Line is updated daily during the berry seasons with hours and specific picking locations. Normal picking hours for strawberry season are 8am until 5:30pm Monday through Saturday and 8am until 12pm on Sundays, but be sure to call before you come because hours can change due to weather. A typical strawberry season runs from early June into early July - however, this is New England and days and times change as quickly as the weather does. For blueberry season the farm is typically open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 am till 5:30pm and is closed Sundays and Mondays. A typical blueberry season runs from mid-July into late August. Once you find out whe..
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Jones Family Farms Valley Farm - Strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins, Christmas trees, winery
555 Walnut Tree Hill Road, Shelton, CT 06484. Phone: (203) 929-8425. Email: janet@jonesfamilyfarms.com. Open: Strawberries June; blueberries early July to mid-August, you need a reservation; Christmas trees starts weekend before Thanksgiving. Click here for a map and directions.
Jones Family Farms Valley Farm Facebook page. A 400-acre family farm since 1848. Berry picking is at the Valley Farm or Pumpkinseed Hill. Farm hours and harvest areas depend on weather and crop readiness. We have strawberry fields at our Pumpkinseed Hill and Valley Farm locations. Be sure to call the Farmer Jones Crop Line (203-929-8425) before leaving your home to come harvest. The Crop Line is updated daily during the berry seasons with hours and specific picking locations. Normal picking hours for strawberry season are 8am until 5:30pm Monday through Saturday and 8am until 12pm on Sundays, but be sure to call before you come because hours can change due to weather. A typical strawberry season runs from early June into early July - however, this is New England and days and times change as quickly as the weather does. For blueberry season the farm is typically open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 am till 5:30pm and is closed Sundays and Mondays. A typical blueberry season runs from mid-July into late August. Once you find out whe..
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Warrup's Farm - sunflowers, pumpkins, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field where they grow, pumpkin patch- harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm
11 John Read Road, Redding, CT 06896. Phone: (203) 938-9403. Email: info@warrupsfarm.com. Open: Hours vary seasonally; please see our website or Facebook page for current availability and hours. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
Warrup's Farm Facebook page. We use natural organic practices, and are subject to the NOP small quantity exemptionOur family farm is protected by a conservation easement guaranteeing this farmland will never be developedWarrupâs Farm will be open for an authentic farm experience for the whole familyVisit the pumpkin patch and pick a pumpkin from the vine, take the hayride or wander through the sunflower fieldThe farm stand will be stocked with farm grown gourds and winter squash, as well as local apples, cider and honeyFresh popcorn, maple sugar candy and other treats will be availableThe barnyard will be closed this year(UPDATED: June 28, 2025, JBS) (UPDATED: August 31, 2019)
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Litchfield County

Bunnell Farm - PYO flowers, Pumpkins, hayrides, corn maze, tractor pulled hayrides, turkeys,
498 Maple Street, Litchfield, CT 06759. Phone: (860) 567-9576. Email: bunnellfarm@yahoo.com. Click here for a map and directions.
Bunnell Farm Facebook page.
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Deeply Rooted Farms - pumpkins, raspberries (red), strawberries, Other fruit or veg, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked
Terryville Road (route 72), Harwinton, CT 06791. Phone: 860-921-3434. Email: info@deeplyrootedfarms.net. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
Deeply Rooted Farms Facebook page. Late season Strawberry Crop (everbearing): July through October(UPDATED: June 28, 2025, JBS)
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Freund's Farm Market - - pumpkins, raspberries, flowers
324 Norfolk Road, East Canaan, CT 06024. Phone: (860) 824-0650. Email: freunds@cttel.net. Open: pyo raspberries in August and pyo cut flowers in July and August. Click here for a map and directions. Farm Market and Garden Center featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables, locally produced eggs, maple syrup and honey. Bakery and Ice Cream Scoop Shop on premises, plus 1,000's of plants and composted manure. Scheduled school tours for PYO pumpkins and popcorn. (UPDATED: June 28, 2025, JBS)
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March Farm - apples, blueberries, cherries, nectarines, peaches, plums, pumpkins, Fresh eggs, corn maze, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), snacks and refreshment stand, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
160 Munger Lane, Bethlehem, CT 06751. Phone: (203) 266-7721. Email: marchfarms@marchfarms.com. Open: Thursday to Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm; closed on Monday to Wednesday; See our website for hours in November and December; PYO apples begins September 8th from 10-5pm with Macs, Cortlands, Honey crisp, Gala and Macouns near farm store ONLY. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, WIC Vouchers.
March Farm Facebook page. Hayloft Playscape, Animal Yard: May 25 to October 31; Corn Maze and Hayrides: September 4 to October 31; Pick Your Own Blueberries: July to September; Pick Your Own Peaches: Mid July to October; Pick Your Own Apples: September to November; Pick Your Own Pumpkins: OctoberMarket and Bakery, Outings and Events, Weddings is a fourth generation family farm destination offering seasonal Pick Your Own berries and fruit along with family friendly activitiesThe Farm Store and Bakery is stocked with regional food specialties and fresh baked goods - everything you need to compliment your next meal or dessertThe rustically beautiful Pond Side Pines and Hill Top Orchard event spaces are perfect to host your next special occasion, outing or party no matter how small or largeJoin us for our next Summer Concert and other special events (UPDATED: ..
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Ruwet Farm - blueberries, strawberries, pumpkins, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, porta-potties are available, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
East Pearl Road, Torrington, CT 06790. Phone: 860-866-6338. Email: ruwetfarm@yahoo.com. Open: October 1 to October 31; Fridays from 12 pm to 5 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm; Columbus Day from 10 am to 3 pm. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. June: Already picked and pick your strawberriesJuly-August: Already picked and pick your own blueberriesThe BEST sweet corn and other fresh vegetablesSeptember-October: Already picked and pick your own pumpkinsFREE hayride to pick you own pumpkinsGourds, Indian corn, winter squash and much more for fall decoratingMarket includes squash, corn stalks, indian corn, broom corn, apples and other fall decorations[ ] (UPDATED: June 28, 2025, JBS)
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Tonn's Orchard - PYO apples, pumpkins, peaches, Christmas trees
270 Preston Road, Terryville, CT 06786. Phone: (860) 585-1372. Open: UPDATE for 2025: Call before you go, Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pick your own or are even open? If so, please write me; last reported hours were weekends and holidays and by appointment on weekdays. Click here for a map and directions. PYO on Saturdays and Sundays, August - October, 12 noon 'til 5 pm. PYO apples and peaches in August to October. PYO pumpkins in October. Cut Your Own Christmas trees in Dec. [ ] (UPDATED: June 28, 2025, JBS)
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Pumpkin

Pumpkin Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Do you want it for a party, decoration or eating?

For a wedding or party:

See this page: Finding pumpkins for weddings

Decoration to paint or carve:

OK, Then you need only look for any pumpkin that is

visually appealing, evenly a deep orange. The shape is just whatever appeals to you. If it grew on its side and has a flat spot, you can either make that the make or use it as part of your design!
free from cuts, soft spots, bruises. The flesh should feel hard, and not give easily. Infections can invade easily and cause rot
Make sure the stem is attached.

Store it carefully, especially if you pick it from the vine yourself. Cure a fresh-picked pumpkin by keeping it in a dry place. Don't handle or disturb it. Curing toughens the rind, making it less prone to rot. Pumpkins will keep for months in a cool (50 F to 65F dry, low humidity environment; such as a cool, dry basement.

Tip: If you like roasted or baked pumpkin seeds, you can save the seeds from any pumpkin!

To make a pumpkin pie!

Then you need a small, sweet type of pumpkin that has been developed for eating. They are smaller, typically about 8" to 10" diameter. The meat is much less stringy and smoother than a decorative pumpkin variety. Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A and potassium. One-half cup of cooked pumpkin provides more than the recommended daily allowance of vitamin A. One cup of cooked pumpkin contains only 81 calories. It's low in fat and sodium! Usually you can get these at the grocery store, and some of the pumpkin patches and farm stands have them. Be sure to tell them that you intend to use it for a pumpkin pie. Again, look for firm, no soft spots, or signs of any rot. See this page for easy, illustrated directions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin!

Varieties of Pumpkins

Sugar - Excellent for baking
Jack O'Lantern - most common for carving
White Lumina - unusual, medium-sized white pumpkin
Mini - Great for decoration
Gourds - Many varieties, used for decorations

For a very complete, detailed list of many varieties of pumpkins and where to get the seeds, see this page!

Want to Grow Your Own Pumpkins?

Then see this page!

Pumpkin recipes

How to prepare cooked pumpkin from a fresh pumpkin (for use in all the recipes)
Illustrated instructions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin - the best pumpkin pie you will ever taste! (metric version for the UK, Europe, Australia, Japan, etc.)
How to home-can pumpkin (in a cooked, cubed form) and why you shouldn't home-can the pureed forms.
Traditional Pumpkin Pie
Chocolate pumpkin pie
Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Pumpkin muffins
Pumpkin Bread
Pumpkin Butter!
Pumpkin cheesecake - INCREDIBLE!!! You have to try this one!
Pumpkin Cookies
Pumpkin soup - even if you normally aren't a soup lover; you will love this one.
Butternut-Chestnut Panchetta-Bacon Soup - Pumpkin or Butternut squash combines with chestnuts and bacon, ham or panchetta in this great soup
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
No Sugar Pumpkin Pie
Apple Cider Doughnut Recipe (with maple glaze or sugar glaze)

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