🍂 Welcome to Fall in Lakeland
October in Lakeland means crisp mornings, pumpkin spice lattes, and plenty of community fun! Whether you’re looking for the perfect pumpkin, a weekend corn maze adventure, or a family-friendly trunk-or-treat, there’s something happening every weekend across Polk County. Here’s your complete guide to Lakeland’s fall events, pumpkin patches, and festivals in 2025.
🎃 Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes Near Lakeland
Harvest Holler Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch – Polk City
📍 950 Tavares Rd, Polk City, FL
🗓️ September 20 – Mid-November
⏰ Fridays 4–8 PM | Saturdays 12–8 PM | Sundays 12–5 PM
A Central Florida favorite, Harvest Holler offers a classic fall experience with a corn maze, hayrides, cow train, petting zoo, mini golf, and of course, an epic pumpkin patch.
💵 Adults $17 | Kids (2–12) $14 | Under 2 Free
Tip: Bring your camera! The photo ops here are some of the best in Polk County.
Fox Squirrel Corn Maze – Plant City
📍 6151 Varn Rd, Plant City, FL
🗓️ Weekends, September 27 – October 26
⏰ 10 AM – 5 PM
Run by the Futch family for generations, the Fox Squirrel Corn Maze is a fall classic featuring hayrides, games, bounce houses, local vendors, and pumpkins for sale.
💵 Admission: $14 per person (ages 4+) | 3 & under Free
Don’t miss the flower fields for stunning family photos!
Dade City Farms @ Lake Iola Fall Festival
📍 17187 Lake Iola Rd, Dade City, FL 33523
🗓️ September 27 – October 26 | Saturdays & Sundays
Join Dade City Farms for one of Central Florida’s biggest fall festivals! Activities include a corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin patch, playground, hamster wheel racers, petting zoo, bubble station, sunflower patch, and even a wine and beer barn.
💵 Adults (12+) $12 | Kids (3–12) $9 | 0–2 Free (advance purchase)
🔗 More info: Facebook
Perfect for a weekend day trip from Lakeland — under an hour away with plenty for kids and adults alike!
Community Pumpkin Patches
Lakeland’s local churches host some of the most beloved pumpkin patches every fall.
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First United Methodist Church (Lake Morton)
📍 72 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland | Opens Oct 4
⏰ Weekdays 4–7 PM | Weekends 10 AM–7 PM -
Presbyterian Church in the Highlands
📍 1010 Lake Miriam Dr, Lakeland | Opens Oct 5
⏰ Daily 9 AM–7 PM | Craft Fair & Fall Fest Oct 26 -
Shepherd’s Community United Methodist Church
📍 6885 Chelsea Oaks Dr, Lakeland | Opens Oct 19
⏰ Fall Fest on Oct 26 -
Produce 863
📍 6121 US 98 N, Lakeland | Opens early October
Fresh pumpkins, seasonal décor, and great photo backdrops! -
The Pumpkin Spot
📍 5115 Recker Highway, Winter Haven, FL
🗓️ October 8–31, 2025
⏰ Monday–Saturday 1–7 PM | Sunday 1–5 PM
🎪 Local Festivals & Trunk-or-Treats
Keel Farms Harvest Days – Plant City
🗓️ Weekends in October | ⏰ 10 AM–3 PM
🎟️ Free admission | $10 parking
Family fun with pumpkin painting, petting zoos, hayrides, bounce houses, and local food vendors.
Mulberry Harvest Festival
🗓️ October 26 | ⏰ 4 PM
📍 Spence Park, Mulberry
A small-town favorite with local artisans, food, and family fun.
Camp Fire Sunshine Family Fall Festival
🗓️ October 26
📍 2600 Buckingham Ave, Lakeland
An annual event featuring trunk-or-treating, games, and fall crafts for kids.
🧡 Tips for Enjoying Lakeland’s Fall Season
✅ Arrive early: Weekends fill up fast, especially mid-October.
✅ Bring cash: Some vendors don’t accept cards.
✅ Dress comfortably: Closed-toe shoes and light layers work best.
✅ Support local: Many of these pumpkin patches benefit local farms and churches.
🏡 Make Lakeland Home This Fall
There’s no better time to fall in love with Central Florida than autumn. Between our small-town charm, community events, and family-friendly festivals, Lakeland is the perfect place to call home.
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home in Lakeland, reach out today. I’d love to help you find your place in our beautiful community.
📞 Lindsey Thibodeau, REALTOR® | RE/MAX Experts
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist | Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor
📍 Serving Lakeland, Polk City, Auburndale, Winter Haven & Beyond
