McCall's Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin patch · Moriarty · New Mexico
In its 29th season on the Estancia Valley plains east of Albuquerque, McCall's runs a daytime pumpkin patch with hay rides, a corn maze and a castle experience, then flips after dark into the McCall's Haunted Farm on Friday and Saturday nights.
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Plan your visit
Sat/Sun 10am-6pm plus Fridays Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 noon-6pm; Haunted Farm Fri & Sat nights from Sept 25
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: October 19–October 23
Color builds from October 6 · mostly bare by November 14
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at McCall's Pumpkin Patch’s own coordinates and elevation (1907 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
McCall's Pumpkin Patch on the map
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When is McCall's Pumpkin Patch open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 19 – Oct 31. Sat/Sun 10am-6pm plus Fridays Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 noon-6pm; Haunted Farm Fri & Sat nights from Sept 25. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does McCall's Pumpkin Patch peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 19–October 23 (best estimate October 21). Color starts around October 6 and is mostly bare by November 14.
- What is McCall's Pumpkin Patch best for?
- Albuquerque-area families who want day and night in one trip.
- How do I get to McCall's Pumpkin Patch?
- McCall's Pumpkin Patch is in Moriarty. The closest city is Albuquerque, about 33 mi away. It's part of New Mexico's fall lineup.
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