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New Braunfels Pumpkin Patch Season 2024 – Fall Celebration Guide

Nestled within America’s amber fields and independent farms lies a timeless autumn treasure. The pumpkin patch is where magic and nostalgia intertwine, and every pumpkin has its own tale, waiting to be told through you, your imagination, and your best efforts with a carving knife. Aside from being the perfect place to choose the perfect jack o’ lantern for Halloween, a great pumpkin patch might also have games, face painting, a corn maze, hay rides, hot cider, and any number of other treats. Texas tends to do everything a little bigger, and the pumpkins — and their patches — are no exception in terms of both size and fun!

If you’re looking for pumpkin patches in New Braunfels, look no further than the annual New Braunfels Pumpkin Patch conveniently located at the popular Rockin’ R tour operator in Gruene, TX. Carve out your perfect day on the farm with your family.

New Braunfels Pumpkin Patch Details

Where: The Pumpkin Patch at Rockin’ R takes place at Rockin’ R Gruene, located at 1405 Gruene Road, nestled along the scenic banks of the Guadalupe River.

The Rockin’ R’s main business is operating river rides and other tours, but they put this family-oriented customer service experience to great use running their Pumpkin Patch event. Consider coming back during the summer months to try out one of their hugely popular Guadalupe River tubing packages, with prices as low as $25 for a basic tube.

Local newspaper readers recently voted The Rockin’ R Best of New Braunfels 2023, so you know your New Braunfels Pumpkin Patch 2023 experience is in good hands with them.

Please note that there are three other Rockin’ R locations along the Guadalupe River alone and others on the Comal River. The Rockin’ R facility you want to visit for fall pumpkin patch fun is the Rockin’ R in Gruene, once again located at 1405 Gruene Road.

When: The Pumpkin Patch at Rockin’ R is usually a month-long event, but the exact details can vary from year to year. For example, in 2023, the Pumpkin patch opened September 30 and lasted through November 18, Wednesdays through Sundays, with operating hours of 10 AM to 8 PM, while the 2024 event tightened up a bit, going to a Thursday through Sunday schedule spanning September 28 through November 3 and closing doors at 6 PM instead of 8.

The pumpkin patch typically operates throughout October and extends into both September and November, giving you a generous window for planning your visit. You may want to plan your visit around other special seasonal events taking place in the area.

What: Rockin’ R’s more than month-long pumpkin patch has a full complement of traditional and unique pumpkin patch amenities, including:

Awesome fall photo opportunities
Fall decor
Various activities for the kids
Seasonal treats and drinks
The pumpkin patch itself, of course!

The New Braunfels Pumpkin Patch at Rockin’ R has a great reputation, with online reviews to match. Here’s what real New Braunfels visitors and residents are saying about the pumpkin patch and its host, Rockin’ R River Rides:

“It was amazing!”
“Will definitely be visiting again, for years to come.”
“Awesome place at a great price!”
“They care about people and offer the best experience possible!”
“The family area was kid-friendly, and there were plenty of pumpkins available to buy.”
“Setup was great!”
“Excellent customer service.”
“The pumpkins were pretty cheap, and good quality!”
“It was awesome!”
“There’s a large area with kids’ bounce houses and a corn pit. The kids have a lot of fun.”
“Plenty of things for the kids to do.”

Other Local Fall Fun

While the Rockin’ R Pumpkin Patch is our annual go-to, there are plenty of other fall activities and events around Gruene and New Braunfels, ranging from the spooky to the serene. While offerings and specifics will vary from year to year, be on the lookout for:

Stahlman’s at Bear Creek – If you’re looking to grab some pumpkins to carve at home, along with a few groceries, and maybe even get in some Christmas shopping, it’s hard to beat a trip out to Stahlman’s at Bear Creek, just north of New Braunfels.
Braune Farms Fresh Produce – For those who just can’t get enough fall fun, another highly regarded pumpkin patch option in the local area is located at Braune Farms.
Farmers Market – The local New Braunfels Farmers Market is a great way to spend a Saturday, and it remains open into the autumn months.
New Braunfels Holiday Market – It is almost an understatement to call this annual gathering a mere craft fair. Kick off your holiday season with amazing offerings from over 100 merchants and local artisans at this multi-day event.
Wurstfest – When another Halloween wraps up, you know New Braunfels’ world famous Bavarian bash, Wurstfest, is right around the corner! If you’re planning a Halloween-time trip to New Braunfels, why not extend your stay and plan to take in a day or two of this Oktoberfest-style cultural celebration?

Little Pumpkin’s Play Patch – Young Children’s Pumpkin Patch New Braunfels, TX

For the younger kids, Rockin’ R maintains a separate installation called “Little Pumpkin’s Play Patch.” While the standard pumpkin patch is free to enter, Little Pumpkin’s requires a modest entry fee. Children under two are free, however, and there is also no charge for parents who are only supervising and not partaking in the fun. However, entry fees may vary from year to year.

So, what exactly does your little pumpkin get for their admission fee? A full day of fall fun, including:

Unlimited playtime in the corn pit (think a vintage fast food restaurant ball pit, but full of corn kernels instead of plastic balls)
Unlimited playtime on the jump pad

Up to two “make and take” fall crafting projects
Access to the bubble station
Access to a variety of fun kids’ games, including “dress the scarecrows”
Watch out for new additions from year to year!

Fall Field Trips to the New Braunfels Pumpkin Patch

A field trip with the whole class is a great way to experience the Pumpkin Patch at Rockin’ R and make lifelong memories with friends, teachers, and classmates.

If you’re an educator considering a Texas pumpkin patch for a fall field trip destination, consider the package Rockin’ R has to offer you:

$8 per child discounted admission rate for schools (versus the normal $10 admission fee for Little Pumpkin’s Play Patch)
Access to the standard Pumpkin Patch
Admission to Little Pumpkin’s Play Patch (corn pit, jump pad, bubbles, crafts, etc.)
Special field activities

In addition to simply being a fun time for kids of all ages, a seasonal trip to a functioning pumpkin patch offers all sorts of potential for educational experience in areas like:

Biology – Pumpkin plants make a great prop for many a biology lesson, whether you’re focusing on their beautiful flowers and the pollination process, their edible seeds and flesh and the role they play in the ecosystem, or the various parts of the pumpkin itself that make them an awesome natural model of a cell.
Weather – Pumpkins, like any crop, need certain weather conditions to grow well. An in-person visit to a working pumpkin patch is a great way to bring this lesson to life.
Farming – A trip to the pumpkin patch is a great way to punctuate lessons about science and agriculture.
Business – Get a behind-the-scenes look at a rewarding seasonal business model that enriches the local community.
Physical fitness – Kids can get a great workout hitting the various activities at the Little Pumpkin’s Play Patch.
Art – Various craft activities are also available for those who prefer to flex their artistic muscles.

Please note that food is not included in the field trip package, but you can access picnic facilities for eating packed lunches.

Mayfair, TX – Your Year-Round Home in New Braunfels

Instead of visiting New Braunfels for the excitement of pumpkin patch season, why not consider making it your new home? With various floor plans, styles, and ownership options being developed right now, Mayfair is a world-class residential development in New Braunfels that makes a perfect home base for year-round fun in the Texas Hill Country and beyond. Much like you might circle the pumpkin patch for hours before selecting the perfect orange gourd that speaks to your unique aesthetics, Mayfair offers various unit types and purchasing options to fit every style.

There is no better time to move to New Braunfels, TX, by way of Mayfair than right now. After all, as soon as pumpkin patch season wraps up, another postcard-perfect Christmas in New Braunfels is just around the corner, and you won’t want to miss it.