Papa's Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin patch · Bismarck · North Dakota
Bismarck's family pumpkin patch since 1983, ranked by the Travel Channel among the top 10 in the country. For 2026 it moves to a new home on Burnt Creek Loop and runs September 12 through October 25, open noon to 7 daily, with pumpkins and family activities across the season.
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Plan your visit
Open 12-7 pm daily
Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: October 4–October 8
Color builds from September 20 · mostly bare by October 26
Sampled at Papa's Pumpkin Patch’s own coordinates and elevation (499 m) rather than a regional average.
39 weather points cover North Dakota, and the model shifts their answer 6 days earlier, which is what it takes to match 1 published peak date from smokymountains.com. How the forecast works
When to go to Papa's Pumpkin Patch
Good color holds through about October 15, giving you roughly 25 days from the first turn to past peak. The elevation is 1,637 ft, which pulls the turn earlier.
You will find it at Bismarck, ND, in North Dakota.
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Frequently asked
- When is Papa's Pumpkin Patch open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 12 – Oct 25. Open 12-7 pm daily. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Papa's Pumpkin Patch peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 4–October 8 (best estimate October 6). Color starts around September 20 and is mostly bare by October 26.
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