The Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festivalin Southwest Virginia is a fall adventure that families, especially those with elementary school-aged children, will not want to miss. Voted consistently as Virginia’s top pumpkin festival—and recently ranked third in the nation by USA TODAY’s 10 Best—the annual celebration transforms the farm into a lively autumn wonderland filled with hands-on learning, laughter, and lasting memories.
Fall Family Fun for All Ages
Running from September 25th to November 2nd, 2025, Sinkland Farms’ 34th Annual Pumpkin Festival offers six weekends packed with activities designed for kids and grown-ups alike. From a sprawling pumpkin patch and challenging corn maze to the farm’s famous hayrides, the event serves as a perfect fall outing for the entire family.
Children can run wild in the Kidz Zone—playing games, meeting friendly farm animals, and discovering the joy of unstructured outdoor play. Both pony rides and horseback trail rides let little ones feel like true country kids. For the artists in the family, face painting and “Art in the Barn” provide colorful, creative outlets, while families can try their luck together at the new laser tag activity—a sure hit with school-age kids.
Tasty Treats & Parental Perks
No festival would be complete without delicious treats. The festival grounds are dotted with food trucks serving southern barbecue, kettle corn, and ice cream, plus cozy Cottage Shoppe snacks like hot chocolate and cider. Parents can look forward to local beer and wine tastings on the terrace, and everyone can browse arts and crafts vendors for one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
Plan Your Visit
Festival hours are Thursday and Friday from 4pm–8pm, and weekends from 10am–5pm, with expanded activities and entertainment on Saturdays and Sundays, including live music from 1pm–4pm. Pick-your-own pumpkins are sold by size, and kids can try new experiences every weekend thanks to a rotating schedule of special events.
Sinkland Farms makes logistics easy for families. Parking is free, and admission includes popular activities such as hayrides, the corn maze, and Kidz Zone games. Entry is free for children 3 and under, and there are discounts for groups, seniors, military, and first responders. Strollers and wagons are welcome, and the venue is wheelchair- and handicap-accessible—even “farm restrooms” are family-friendly. Dogs are permitted, provided they’re well-behaved and on a leash…