2026 Harford County Fall Guide for Families: Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, & Fall Events

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Written By Ange - The Harford County Mom

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The air is crisp, pumpkin patches are open, and traditional fall fun has officially arrived in Harford County. Whether you’re looking for a farm with a corn maze and animals, a hayride through the pumpkin patch, or a weekend festival the whole family can enjoy, there’s no shortage of options to make the most of the season.

With so many fall activities happening throughout the area, figuring out where to start can be half the challenge. That’s where this guide comes in. We’ve rounded up our local favorites in and around Harford County to help you discover new places to visit, find activities your family will love, and start planning your perfect fall outing.

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In Harford County

FarmFinity at Stone View Farm - Darlington, MD

This one holds a special place in our hearts, it was one of the very first farms we ever visited and we keep coming back every season. Between the corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, and farm animals, it’s a must-visit in HarCo.

📍 3201 Deths Ford Rd, Darlington, MD 21034
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🚜 Hayrides
🛝 Kids activities
🐮 Farm animals to meet
🌐 farmfinity.com

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Sunny Dreams Farm - Bel Air, MD

A young girl feeds goats through a fence at Sunny Dreams Farm in Bel Air, MD -- the perfect fall farm for little animal lovers

In my opinion, this is one of Bel Air’s best hidden gems. Between the pumpkins, animals to meet, and their market with local goods, it's an easy and fun fall outing.

📍 1221 Prospect Mill Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015
🎃 Pumpkins
🐐 Animals to meet
🛍️ Market with fall favorites
📘 Facebook: Sunny Dreams Farm

Brad's Farm Market - Churchville, MD

Fall mums and pumpkins on display at Brad's Farm Market in Churchville, MD where they also offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides, and a market perfect for young families near Bel Air

A classic fall stop with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and hayrides, plus a farm-themed playground that keeps the little ones entertained. Their market is always worth a visit and is stocked with all the seasonal goodies.

📍 550 Asbury Rd, Churchville, MD 21028
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🚜 Hayrides
🛝 Farm-themed playground
🛍️ Market
🌐 bradsfarmmarket.com

Falling Branch Brewery - Street, MD

A young girl is in a pumpkin patch at Falling Branch Brewery loading a small white pumpkin into a blue wagon in Street, Maryland. A perfect place to grab a beer and a pumpkin in Harford County

PumpkinFest is fun for the whole family. While they explore the corn maze, pumpkin patch, and activities, the grown-ups can enjoy enjoy the farm-brewery vibe. Admission is free, with optional add-on activities.

📍 825 Highland Rd, Street, MD 21154
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🚜 Hayrides
🛝 Kids activities + playground
🐐 Farm animals to meet
🍻 Fresh brews, with farm views
🌐 PumpkinFest Details

Jones Family Farm - Edgewood, MD

A young girl, about 5 years old, walks up to a giant ruler and pumpkin to measure her height at the Jones Family Farm pumpkin patch in Edgewood, MD. Visit their farm for corn mazes, hayrides, and family fun on the farm

A Harford County tradition, Jones Family Farm offers a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and hayrides that never disappoint. Don't skip the market on your way out, it's a great spot to grab some fresh fall produce.

📍 2100 Philadelphia Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🌻 Sunflowers
🚜 Hayrides
🛍️ Market
🌐 jonesfamilyfarmmd.com

Kent Meadows Farm - Havre de Grace, MD

girl playing in a corn bin at kent meadows farm in havre de grace maryland

Kent Meadows now offers a new farm market filled with local options and with the fall season, they invite guests to their pumpkin patch. Say hello to the goats and support local while you’re there.

📍 4100 Webster Lapidum Rd, Havre de Grace, MD 21078
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🍎 Farm market filled with local goods
🚜 Kids play area
🐐 Goats to meet
📘 Facebook: Kent Meadows Farm

Lohr's Orchard - Churchville, MD

A package of delicious apple and pumpkin donuts from Lohr's Orchard in Churchville, MD -- the perfect place to visit a pumpkin patch, pick apples, and enjoy fall family fun near Bel Air, MD

Apple picking and a pumpkin patch make this one a local staple for fall traditions, and their market is stocked with all the seasonal favorites. My personal favorite stop for apple donuts and slushies.

📍 3212 Snake Ln, Churchville, MD 21028
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🍎 Apple picking
🚜 Hayrides
🛍️ Market
📘 Facebook: Lohr's Orchard

Maple Border Farm - White Hall, MD

A young girl runs towards one of the many kids activities at Maple Border Farm in White Hall, MD

Maple Border Farm goes all out every year with a corn maze, pumpkins, hayrides, and activities the kids will talk about for weeks. It's also my go-to spot for fall mums, with a selection unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

📍 3000 White Hall Rd, White Hall, MD 21161
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🚜 Hayrides
🛝 Kids activities
🌐 mapleborderfarm.com

Shaw Orchards - White Hall, MD

A bag full of freshly picked apples at Shaw Orchard's PYO apple and pumpkin patch

Our local summer spot transitions into the fall season with apple picking, a pumpkin patch, and wagon rides. The market is also full of all the favorites.

📍 5594 Norrisville Rd, White Hall, MD 21161
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🍎 Apple picking
🚜 Tractor rides
🛍️ Market
🌐 shaworchards.com

Around Harford County

Beachmont Corn Maze - Kingsville, MD

Ange wears sunglasses and takes a selfie in the Beachmont Corn Maze in Kingsville, MD where they have kids play areas and activities as well as hayrides in 2026

A little outside HarCo and always worth the drive, their themed corn maze is incredible! This is on our fall bucket list every year and also includes a fun variety of kids games and activities.

📍 6433 Mount Vista Rd, Kingsville, MD 21087
🌽 Corn maze
🛝 Kids play area & activities
🚜 Hayrides
🌐 beachmont.org

Chapel Hills Farm - Perry Hall, MD

Chapel Hill Farm Market in Perry Hall, MD shows picnic tables and a colorful display of mums out front. They have pumpkins, a kids play area, animals and a great market with fresh fall goods

Pumpkins, animals, a kids play area, and a market make Chapel Hills Farm a well-rounded stop just over the county line. It's an easy fall activity and great with kids.

📍 4356 Chapel Rd, Perry Hall, MD 21128
🎃 Pumpkins
🛝 Kids play area
🐐 Animals to meet
🛍️ Market & more
📘 Facebook: Chapel Hills Farm & Nursery Inc.

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm - Ronks, PA

An old blue truck with "Cherry Crest Adventure Farm" written on the door. The perfect fall adventure for families with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and over 60 kids activities

Cherry Crest is a bit of a drive outside of HarCo, but with over 60 kids activities, it's worth turning into a whole day trip. Perfect for families looking for a big fall outing.

📍 150 Cherry Hill Rd, Ronks, PA 17572
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🛝 60+ kids activities
🌐 cherrycrestfarm.com

Maize Quest at Maple Lawn Farms - New Park, PA

Maize Quest's obstacle course for kids is just one of over 30 kids activities for fall family fun in 2026

Another farm worth the drive, with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and 30+ kids activities to keep everyone busy. A great pick if you're looking to make a full day of it.

📍 2885 New Park Rd, New Park, PA 17352
🌽 Corn maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🛝 30+ kids activities
🍎 PYO apples
🛍 Farm market with fall favorites
🍷 Vineyard to visit
🌐 mazefunpark.com

Milburn Orchards - Elkton, MD

apple cider donut and slushie from milburn orchards in cecil county, maryland

Kids play areas, animals, and hayrides make this a fun full-family outing just outside Harford County. It's a great one to add to your fall rotation and offers something for all ages.

📍 1495 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD 21921
🛝 Kids play areas
🐐 Animals to meet
🚜 Hayrides & more
🌐 milburnorchards.com

Susquehanna Orchards - Delta, PA

market filled with apples at susquehanna orchards in delta pennsylvania

This is another hidden gem that’s located right over the PA line. They have a variety of PYO apple options, farm animals to meet, and a market filled with all things fall.

📍 560 Orchard Rd, Delta, PA 17314
🍎 Apple picking
🎃 Pumpkins
🛝 Kids activities
🐐 Animals to meet
🛍️ Market
📘 facebook.com/susquehannaorchards

Weber's Farm - Parkville, MD

Young girl gets ready to slide down hill on a burlap sack at Weber's Farm in Parkville, Maryland. It's one of many activities for kids this fall

A Baltimore County tradition, Weber’s never fails for the perfect fall outing. It’s great for all ages and includes all the festival fun.

📍 2526 Proctor Ln, Parkville, MD 21234
🎃 Pumpkins
🛝 Kids activities
🐐 Animals to meet
🚜 Hayrides
🛍️ Market
🌐 weberscidermillfarm.com

2026 Events

Celebree Fall Festival - Joppa, MD

📅 September 12, 2026

📍 Mountain Christian Church — 1824 Mountain Road, Joppa, MD 21085
🆓 Free to attend
🎮 Kids activities, games & more
🚚 Food trucks
🌐 Learn more here

St. Margaret's Fall Festival - Bel Air, MD

📅 September 18 & 19, 2026

📍 St. Margaret’s School — 205 N Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD
🚚 Food trucks
🎮 Kids activities & games & more
📘 Facebook: St. Margaret’s Fall Festival

Fall Crafternoon - White Hall, MD

📅 September 29, 2026

📍 Norrisville Library — 5310 Norrisville Road, White Hall, MD
🎨 Fall crafting fun for kids
⚠️ Registration required
🌐 Register here

4-H Fall STEM Challenge - Bel Air, MD

📅 September 30, 2026

📍 Bel Air Library — 100 E Pennsylvania Ave, Bel Air, MD
🔬 Hands-on, fall-themed STEM challenges
⚠️ Registration required
🌐 Register here

Fall Foliage Friends - Abingdon, MD

📅 October 1, 2026

📍 Abingdon Library — 2510 S Tollgate Rd, Abingdon, MD
🍂 Make gnome & fairy friends from leaves, acorns & twigs
🌐 Details here

Fall Fun PreK Party - Abingdon, MD

📅 October 2, 2026

📍 Anita C. Leight Estuary Center — 700 Otter Point Rd, Abingdon, MD
🎮 Games & fall activities down by the shore
⚠️ Registration required
🌐 Register here

Darlington Apple Festival - Darlington, MD

📅 October 3, 2026

📍 Details coming soon
🍎 Apple-themed treats
🛍️ Local vendors
🎶 Live entertainment
🎨 Crafts & family-friendly activities
🌐 Details coming soon

Fall Harvest Festival - Havre de Grace, MD

📅 October 10–11, 2026

📍 Steppingstone Farm Museum — 461 Quaker Bottom Rd, Havre de Grace, MD
🛠️ Historic demonstrations
🎨 Local crafts
🍂 Seasonal food & live entertainment
🌐 steppingstonemuseum.org

Pumpkin Spice Tasting - Edgewood, MD

📅 October 14, 2026

📍 Edgewood Library — 629 Edgewood Rd, Edgewood, MD
🎃 Teens sample & rate pumpkin spice snacks and treats
⚠️ Registration required
🌐 Register here

Hawks Hollow Farm Fall Festival - Kingsville, MD

📅 October 18–19, 2026

📍 Hawks Hollow Farm — 7615 Bradshaw Road, Kingsville, MD
🐴 Pony rides
🐐 Petting zoo
🛍️ Local vendors, food & crafts
🎶 Live music & fall-themed activities
📘 Facebook: Hawk’s Hollow Farm

Fall Leaf Etching - Pylesville, MD

📅 November 3, 2026

📍 Eden Mill Nature Center – 1617 Eden Mill Rd, Pylesville, MD
🥾 Fall foliage hike
🍁 Leaf etching craft
🍎 Apple cider
⚠️ Registration required
🌐 Register here

Eden Mill Fall Fest - Pylesville, MD

📅 November 7, 2026

📍 Eden Mill Nature Center – 1617 Eden Mill Rd, Pylesville, MD
🎨 Fall-themed crafts & activities
🐐 Animals to meet
🎃 Pumpkin chunkin (donation-based, bring cash)
🆓 Free to attend
🌐 edenmill.org

Fall Sensory Stations - Abingdon, MD

📅 November 12, 2026

📍 Abingdon Library — 2510 S Tollgate Rd, Abingdon, MD
🖐️ Sensory crafts & activities for children of all abilities
⚠️ Registration required — call 410-638-3990 in advance for accommodations
🌐 Register here

Ange - The Harford County Mom

If you're new here, welcome! I'm Ange, a local mom who's passionate about this community. I love sharing the best family-friendly spots, seasonal events, and hidden gems that make Harford County such a special place to call home. My goal is to help you create amazing memories with your family right here in our own backyard.