Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm

Pumpkin patch · Homer Glen · Illinois

Chicagoland's favorite fall festival and pumpkin patch since 1981, this Homer Glen farm packs 14 themed mechanical rides and 25-plus attractions into its 2026 Fall Fest, from a haunted barn and pig races to hayrides, a petting zoo and a giant corn box. The season runs Sept. 4 through Nov. 8, closed Sept. 8-10.

Best for: Chicago-area families making a full day of fall fun

Don’t miss

  • 14 themed mechanical rides
  • Haunted barn, pig races and a giant corn box
  • A Chicagoland tradition since 1981

Plan your visit

2026 season: Sep 4 – Nov 8.

Open daily Sept. 4-Nov. 8, closed Sept. 8-10; daily hours still not posted for 2026

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Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.

2026 Forecast

Color nearby peaks: October 16–October 20

Color builds from October 10 · mostly bare by November 9

Color starts: October 10Peak: October 18Bare: November 9AugustDecember

Sampled at Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm’s own coordinates and elevation (228 m) rather than a regional average.

Illinois is sampled at 27 weather points, then moved 2 days later so the model agrees with 1 published peak date from smokymountains.com and almanac.com. Illinois is running 7 days earlier than its own average this year. How the forecast works

When to go to Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm

The color window runs about 17 days, holding until around October 27. That is about 5 days earlier than Illinois as a whole.

From Chicago it is about 24 mi, close enough for a morning drive.

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Plan from a city

Chicago · 24 mi · day trip

Frequently asked

When is Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm open in 2026?
The 2026 season runs Sep 4 – Nov 8. Open daily Sept. 4-Nov. 8, closed Sept. 8-10; daily hours still not posted for 2026. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
When does Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm peak in 2026?
Peak color is predicted for October 16–October 20 (best estimate October 18). Color starts around October 10 and is mostly bare by November 9.
How do I get to Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm?
Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm is in Homer Glen. The closest city is Chicago, about 24 mi away. It's part of Illinois's fall lineup.
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