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The Great Pumpkin Patch, just south of Arthur, IL, is proud to invite guests to see around 300 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds from over 20 countries around the world - all grown here on our family farm. We love what we do and take great interest in providing beautiful surroundings for our visitors to experience the harvest season and to connect to the land and each other. Numerous premier displays, over 5,000 hardy mums, various mazes and gardens grace the grounds. We exhibit our love for diversity, through not only plants, but animals — featuring several goats, pigs, exotic chickens, rabbits, and llamas. There are several places to eat and drink on the farm and lots of things to do and see.
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We're open
September 17th-
October 31st, 2025
9 am TO 6 pm, Wednesday - Sunday
Closed Mondays, but we’re open on Indigenous People’s Day!
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General
Admission Prices
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We accept all forms of payment. Children 5 and under are always free.

Weekdays:
Adults: $8
Children Ages 6-12: $6
Adults 60 and over: $6

Weekends:
Adults: $12
Children Ages 6-12: $8
Adults 60 and over: $8

Season Passes:
Adults: $24
Children Ages 6-12: $16
Adults 60 and over: $16

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Planning on bringing a crowd? Group Rates are available for groups of 20 or more people.

Reservations are required and groups must enter at the same time. Please call us at 217.543.2394 and let us know you are coming! School groups: please visit our Field Trips page.

We accept all forms of payment. Children 5 and under are always free.

Weekdays:
Adults: $6
Children Ages 6-12: $5
Adults 60 and over: $5

Weekends:
Adults: $10
Children Ages 6-12: $6
Adults 60 and over: $6

Pet Policy
TGPP is an animal friendly farm. For the safety of your pet(s) and all of our guests, we ask you follow these guidelines:
  • One pet per person.
  • Your pet must be on a leash at all times.
  • You must clean up after your pet.
  • Your pet must be friendly to other animals and people.
  • Pets are not allowed in buildings or on picnic tables.
Things to do and see
Things to
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We are all about experience. You can always find a colorful bench or picnic table to sit and enjoy the outdoors. We have so many things to make your visit one to remember. Whether you want to explore, relax and listen to music or let the kids run off some steam, our farm is big enough for it all.
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We-Pick Patch
When you grow around 300 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds, it takes a keen eye to pick the best fruit. Leave the grunt work to us, we have plenty of pre-picked pumpkins, squash, and gourds for you to choose from on our squash benches, spools, and the boulevard.
Check out the Cucurbit Market for more information on our vast variety of cucurbits.
U-Pick Patch
If you want to pick your own, have at it. We have a special section of the patch, with hundreds still on the vine so you can find those perfect pumpkins. Don’t forget to weigh them at our weigh station on your way in from the field.
Things to do and see
Things to
See & Do
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We are all about experience. You can always find a colorful bench or picnic table to sit and enjoy the outdoors. We have so many things to make your visit one to remember. Whether you want to explore, relax and listen to music or let the kids run off some steam, our farm is big enough for it all.
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THE PUMPKIN PATCH
We-Pick Patch
When you grow around 300 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds, it takes a keen eye to pick the best fruit. Leave the grunt work to us, we have plenty of pre-picked pumpkins, squash, and gourds for you to choose from on our squash benches, spools, and the boulevard.
Check out the Cucurbit Market for more information on our vast variety of cucurbits.
U-Pick Patch
If you want to pick your own, have at it. We have a special section of the patch, with hundreds still on the vine so you can find those perfect pumpkins. Don’t forget to weigh them at our weigh station on your way in from the field.

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HOMESTEADED IN 1859, THE MCDONALD-CONDILL FAMILY HAS A LONG TRADITION OF FARMING AND WORKING THE LAND.
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The year 2024 marks our 35th anniversary of celebrating the beauty of harvest with our guests. Our farm has been in our family’s hands for 6 generations—more than 160 years. The farm is our passion, one that each generation has left its mark on, and we’re committed to continuing that tradition. We are blessed to share our story with our visitors, and to share our family’s farm as a place to connect with the land, and each other. - Our Story -
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We love, love, love having live music at The Great Pumpkin Patch and our visitors do too. You can sit and watch or continue to roam while the musicians do their thing. Check out our line up for this year. Plan your visit so you can catch some music while you are here! Music plays from 1pm – 4pm on September weekends and 12:30pm – 4:30pm on October weekends.
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    Live Music
    2024 Scheduled Dates

    We feature live, local music every Saturday and Sunday. Checkout our fall lineup!
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    Battle Creek Country Band
    2024 Scheduled Dates Sunday, September 29Sunday, October 06Sunday, October 13

    Battle Creek puts on pure, solid-gold performances that keep them tirelessly living up their reputation as "the hardest working country band in Central Illinois!" With a little something for everyone...from Jonny and George to The Everly's and Elvis; from Merle and Waylon to the Beatles and CCR...they are back here again at The Patch by popular demand.
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    Mackville Bluegrass
    2024 Scheduled Dates Saturday, October 12Sunday, October 20

    Mackville is a bluegrass/gospel band from the Atwood, IL area that hopes their music inspires or encourages faith. Their acclaimed melodic and vocal talents are very impressive, which keep them looking forward to a bright future as they continue on their musical journey!
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    DBash Music
    2024 Scheduled Dates Saturday, September 21Saturday, October 05Monday, October 14

    Formerly part of the fan favorite group, Me-N-Hime, Dan Basham claims he has grown OLDER, but not necessarily UP in the last 30 years, Dan has definitely grown INTO the premier talent that captures an audience. With classics by the likes of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson - just to name a few.
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    Jonny Coller
    2024 Scheduled Dates Saturday, October 19

    With only a guitar and a looper pedal, Jonny Coller plays accoustic folk and outlaw country music with a classic, bluesy voice and a natural feel developed out of the good black dirt of Illinois. He has gained a reputation as a singer and songwriter heavily steeped in the country singers we all love and know by their first names: Willie, Waylon, Merle and Hank.
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    Shawn Dawson
    2024 Scheduled Dates Sunday, September 22

    Local favorite, Shawn Dawson, plays everything from classic country to yacht rock. You're sure to love him too!
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    Jake & Mikayla
    2024 Scheduled Dates Saturday, October 26

    New to the Patch this year, Jake & Mikayla have impressed audiences throughout the midwest region and beyond with their tight harmonies, impressive instrumentation, and amazing stage presence. The duo provides a high-energy Country Music show, with elements of Outlaw, Rockabilly, Gospel, Bluegrass and more.
See the calendar for our full music schedule
Artists and Vendors
We are proud to host some of Illinois’ most talented gourd artists and their amazing work here at The Great Pumpkin Patch.

These unique works of art include jewelry, toys, musical instruments and seasonal décor. It’s a great opportunity to talk directly to the creators and find out how they turn gourds into such beautiful pieces

2024 Schedule

October 12, 13, & 14: Gourd Artists Karen & Paul Wilson. You can find them in Cucurbit Market.

 

All season long – Luka Popcorn Co. will be here with Kettle Corn and other great fall flavors of popcorn! Every Saturday and Sunday you can find them set up outside the Two Mile Sweet Shop.

 

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