Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party
Fall festival · Queen Creek · Arizona
For over 25 years this Queen Creek farm has run the East Valley's big October harvest party, with a four-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, hay rides, pig races and chili. Schnepf's own site says the farm "transforms into a harvest wonderland" every October.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 21–November 25
Color builds from November 8 · mostly bare by December 17
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party’s own coordinates and elevation (445 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party on the map
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When does Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 21–November 25 (best estimate November 23). Color starts around November 8 and is mostly bare by December 17.
- What is Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party best for?
- East Valley families after a classic harvest festival.
- How do I get to Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party?
- Schnepf Farms Pumpkin & Chili Party is in Queen Creek. The closest city is Phoenix, about 32 mi away. It's part of Arizona's fall lineup.
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