School has started back up, it’s getting a little chillier out, and the leaves are changing colors. Fall is in the air, even if it might not be on the calendar yet. One of the best things about fall has to be all of the seasonal activities. Some of the best activities surround the famous fall favorite– pumpkins! Keep reading to learn about pumpkin-related events and treats!
Pumpkin Patch
Oklahoma is famous for having farmland as far as the eye can see. It only makes sense that some of these farmers would use their fertile soil to grow pumpkins. Some of these pumpkin patches also play host to corn mazes and petting zoos! Below is a list of some of the best pumpkin patches operating in Oklahoma during the Fall 2023 season.
- Annabell’s Fun Farm (Welch)
- Livesay Orchards (Porter)
- Chester’s Party Barn & Farm (Piedmont)
- Orr Family Farm (Oklahoma City)
- Parkhurst Pumpkin Patch (Arcadia)
Pumpkin Spice
Did you know that October 1st is International Pumpkin Spice Day? What better way to celebrate than to eat or drink something with pumpkin spice in it? Oklahoma City prides itself in having plenty of cafes and restaurants that have all sorts of pumpkin spice treats. Customers can visit Roxy’s Ice Cream Social for pumpkin ice cream, Dolci Paradiso for pumpkin spice cookies, or Apple Tree Chocolate for a specialty pumpkin spice caramel apple.
Pumpkin (Dog) Treats
Humans aren’t the only ones who can enjoy a good pumpkin. Pumpkin is a perfectly healthy food for dogs to enjoy too! One of our vendors, the Barking Dog Bakery Boutique makes dog treats with pumpkin. Why not treat your puppy pal?
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