Joan’s Farm Pumpkin Patch

Picking out a pumpkin among the elegant sycamore trees at Joan’s Farm in Livermore is a tradition many families look forward to each October. Photos by Merry Carter and Ashley Basso

Joan’s Farm and Pumpkin Patch has been a cherished family destination in the Livermore countryside for 35 years. Families can spend the whole day exploring, playing and making memories.

There are farm animals to feed and pet, an old-time Western town to wander, and a winding corn maze to conquer. Kids love the hayride, the little blue train, inflatable slide, and games. Dogs on leash are welcome too, and many guests bring their pups for adorable pumpkin patch photos! The whole family enjoys browsing the pumpkin field to the find the perfect gourd to take home. On weekends visitors can get lunch from a barbecue food truck and there’s food available daily in the snack shack.

Joan’s Farm and Pumpkin Patch is located at 4351 Mines Road, Livermore. The season opens on October 3 and closes on October 31. The pumpkin patch is open 10am to 6pm Tuesday through Sunday plus Monday, October 13.  Get details here.