October is in full swing, and Nashville has no shortage of festive, family-friendly activities to get everyone in the fall spirit! Whether you're looking to pick the perfect pumpkin or test your navigation skills in a corn maze, there are plenty of places around the Nashville area to enjoy the beauty of autumn. Here’s a roundup of the best pumpkin patches and corn mazes for a day of outdoor adventure and fall fun.
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Lucky Ladd Farms
Location: Eagleville, TN
Distance from Nashville: 45 minutes
Lucky Ladd Farms is a go-to destination for fall fun just outside Nashville. Known as Tennessee’s largest petting farm and family fun park, it’s the perfect place for a day trip. The farm features a giant corn maze, a pumpkin patch, wagon rides, and over 50 attractions, including a petting zoo, playgrounds, and tractor train rides.
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What’s Special:
Pumpkin patch with various sizes and colors
A 4-acre corn maze with a new design each year
Pony rides, gem mining, and pumpkin slingshots
Tip: Don't miss the adorable farm animals or the fresh apple cider donuts at their concessions stand!
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Honeysuckle Hill Farm
Location: Springfield, TN
Distance from Nashville: 30 minutes
Honeysuckle Hill Farm offers a wholesome blend of classic fall activities with a twist of adventure. The 7-acre corn maze is one of the largest in the area and changes themes annually, making it exciting every year. Alongside the pumpkin patch, the farm also offers bonfires, zip lines, and a pumpkin train.
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What’s Special:
Unique pumpkin cannon experience
Haunted attractions like Scream Creek for older kids and adults
Scenic hayrides around the farm
Tip: Make a full evening of it by staying for the nighttime Scream Creek haunted attraction—perfect for thrill-seekers!
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Walden Pumpkin Farm
Location: Smyrna, TN
Distance from Nashville: 30 minutes
Walden Pumpkin Farm has all the fall essentials for a laid-back family day out. This charming, rustic farm offers a relaxed environment with free entry and classic activities. Enjoy a hayride to the pumpkin patch, explore the hay maze, and visit the barnyard animals.
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What’s Special:
Hayrides through the scenic farm landscape
A large variety of pumpkins to choose from
Free admission and parking
Tip: Try the farm’s famous kettle corn and pumpkin butter before heading home with your handpicked pumpkins!
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Shuckle’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch at Fiddle Dee Farms
Location: Greenbrier, TN
Distance from Nashville: 35 minutes
Shuckle’s Corn Maze at Fiddle Dee Farms is perfect for a full day of fall adventure. The pumpkin patch offers a wide variety of pumpkins, and the massive corn maze is sure to challenge even the best navigators. Families can enjoy games like pumpkin bowling, play in the giant hay mountain, and end the day with a cozy bonfire.
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What’s Special:
Giant corn maze with interactive games
Pumpkin bowling, corn hole, and tractor rides
Seasonal food trucks serving local goodies
Tip: For a special treat, visit the farm during one of their bonfire nights—perfect for roasting marshmallows under the autumn stars!
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Gentry’s Farm
Location: Franklin, TN
Distance from Nashville: 25 minutes
A family-owned farm for over 150 years, Gentry’s Farm offers a rich autumn experience for families with young children. The pumpkin patch is perfect for little ones, and the 4-acre cornfield maze is just the right size for an adventurous afternoon. Don’t forget to check out their educational farm tours and nature trails.
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What’s Special:
A pumpkin patch with a picturesque backdrop
Cornfield maze and tractor-pulled hayrides
Kids’ farmyard games and activities
Tip: Gentry’s Farm is open on weekends, so plan your visit early in the day to beat the crowds!
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Whether you're on the hunt for the perfect pumpkin or simply looking for a fun-filled family outing, Nashville's surrounding farms have something for everyone. From challenging corn mazes to scenic hayrides and petting zoos, these local gems offer the perfect fall escape from the city. So, grab your plaid shirts and head out for some wholesome autumn fun!
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Where to Stay:
If you’re planning to make a weekend of it, consider staying at one of Nashville’s local vacation rentals, such as JeTy Vacations. With properties close to all the major attractions, you'll have a cozy home base for your fall adventures.
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