Fall in the Kawarthas wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Buckhorn Berry Farm’s PumpkinFest! This long-standing local tradition is more than just picking out the perfect pumpkin—it’s a full day of family fun, seasonal treats, and festive activities.
🍂 Dates & Times
PumpkinFest 2025 runs on all four weekends in October:
October 4–5
October 11–12
October 18–19
October 25–26
📍 Open Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 5 PM.
❌ Closed weekdays (except for school tours).
🍂 Closed Thanksgiving Monday so the farm team can enjoy time with their families.
🎟️ Admission & Pricing
Children (ages 2–12): $13.49 + tax
Adults: $14.49 + tax
Family of 4: $53.98 + tax
Under 24 months: Free
(Pumpkins are sold separately, priced by size.)
🌽 What’s Included in Your Ticket
Your admission gets you access to a full lineup of fall fun, including:
Live entertainment by Tim Holland, the stunt ventriloquist, with shows at 1 PM & 3 PM daily
A straw bale maze and two corn mazes (one with a spooky twist!)
Pumpkin cannon shows
Wagon rides to the pumpkin patch
Pumpkin bowling 🎳
Bouncy castle
Huge sandbox play area and obstacle course
Haunted Hallway and Haunted Forest
The spooky Bonesville Cemetery
Plus, lots of cozy shelters, picnic tables, and rest areas to relax between activities.
👩🏫 School Tours
During the week, Buckhorn Berry Farm offers school group tours that include:
An educational talk about the pumpkin life cycle
Wagon rides
Time in the pumpkin patch
A chance to see the pumpkin cannon in action
🎒 Cost: $10.99 per student/parent, with teachers & staff free.
🎉 Birthday Parties at the Farm
Looking for a unique fall birthday spot? The farm offers reserved shelters for 2-hour blocks (11–1, 1–3, or 3–5). Perfect for cake, gifts, and a cozy gathering in between all the PumpkinFest fun. Reservations are free of charge but must be booked ahead of time.
🛍️ Food & Extras
Browse the farm store for homemade goodies and fall décor.
Grab a bite at the on-site food truck serving seasonal favorites.
Note: Pets are not allowed (service animals welcome).
📍 Location
Buckhorn Berry Farm
3055 Berrie Road, Lakefield, Ontario
🍁 Why PumpkinFest at Buckhorn is a Must-Do This Fall
A true Kawarthas tradition—families have been coming here for decades.
Packed with activities for all ages—from little ones to adults.
Spooky fun + cozy fall charm rolled into one.
Expanded shelters and picnic spaces in 2025 make it easier than ever to enjoy a full day on the farm.
👉 Mark your calendars now, grab your cozy sweaters, and get ready for a day of festive fall fun at Buckhorn Berry Farm’s PumpkinFest 2025!