BHAM-Area Pumpkin Patches & Haunted Attractions

Updated September 2025 by Paige Townley

The temperatures may still read “summer” well into October, but fall has officially arrived in the Magic City! From pumpkin patches to haunted houses, we are ready to delve into everything autumnal. Whether you celebrate the start of October with gourds, ghouls, or a little of both, we have you covered with Birmingham’s best fall festivities.

All of these attractions are within a short drive of the Birmingham metro area, making this the perfect list to have on hand when fall inspiration strikes.

PUMPKIN PATCHES

Griffin Farms

Location: West Blocton 
More Info: griffinfarmal.com

A weekend visit to Griffin Farms is a must-do this fall. Their pumpkin patch kicks off on October 1 and continues on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the month. Your general admission ticket includes access to all farm attractions, including hay rides, rock walls, zip lining, the animal barn, and much more!

Griffin Farms has on-site food trucks during pumpkin season, so you can spend a whole day soaking in the fall feels. And be sure to purchase a pumpkin (not included in general admission ticket) to take home with you as a reminder of a day well spent on the farm.

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Helena Hollow

Location: Helena
More Info: helenahollow.com

A visit to Helena Hollow will have you reminiscing about your favorite autumnal childhood memories. On Fridays and Saturdays in October, a day pass gives you access to more than 25 festive activities and attractions, from hay runs and tire swings to barn slides and duck creek races and beyond. Many of these activities are geared toward young children, so Helena Hollow is perfect for a birthday party or event!

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Old Baker Farm

Location: Harpersville
More Info: oldbakerfarm.com

From September 28 to October 31, the Baker family opens their historic farm to the public for pumpkin patch season. Many Birmingham locals grew up taking a field trip here with their schools, but we can attest that a “field trip” to Old Baker Farm is a hit at any age! From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays, and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, you can head over to pick your perfect pumpkin.

Old Baker Farm also hosts several festivals throughout the autumnal season, so mark your calendar for Cowboy Weekend (October 11 and 12), Alabama Living History Weekend (October 18 and 19), and  Festival Weekend (October 26 and 26). Be sure to visit the farm animals and try not to get lost in the corn maze on your way out!

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Penton Farms

Location: Verbena
More Info: pentonfarms.com

Penton Farms may be a bit of a trek from the Birmingham metro area, but we promise it is worth the journey. The fourth-generation family farm produces fruits and vegetables year-round, but October is something special. Visitors can choose from over 50 varieties of pumpkins, as well as corn stalks, hay bales, and mums.

Penton Farms’ pumpkin season officially kicks off on September 27 and runs through November 1, with public hours being weekdays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Your admission ticket grants you one pumpkin from their fields and access to farm activities like wagon rides, a “cow train,” and a corn maze!

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The Great Pumpkin Patch

Location: Hayden
More Info: greatpumpkinpatch.com

September 27 marks the start of the Halloween Festival season at the Great Pumpkin Patch. Not only can you find your perfect pumpkin for carving or decorating, but there are a whole slew of family-friendly activities to enjoy.

Your admission ticket gains you access to wagon rides, inflatables, the petting zoo, and the country store. Add to the fun of the day by bringing a picnic lunch to enjoy at one of the farm’s cozy picnic areas.

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4D Farm

Location: Cullman 
More Info: 4Dfamilyfarm.com

Featuring more than 40 acres, 4D Farm has an amazing pumpkin patch and a lengthy roster of family-friendly farm festivities. Fly down the tubing slides, mine for treasures in the gem mine, test your balance on the mechanical bull, and be sure to catch a pig race. The farm also has seven on-site restaurants, so you can enjoy farm-fresh food before or after your fall frolicking.

The fun at 4D Farm doesn’t end when the sun goes down. On Friday and Saturday nights in October, there’s Goblin Glow, a fun light show for all ages. Friday evenings culminate in a fireworks show, while Saturday nights include glow nights in the maze. Be sure to bring a flashlight!

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Pumpkin Junction

Location: Calera
More Info: hodrrm.org

The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum is known for its annual North Pole Express, but each fall, the historic venue welcomes families for another beloved tradition: Pumpkin Junction. This old-fashioned celebration transforms the museum’s “backyard” into a festive playground filled with pumpkins, crafts, inflatables, food vendors, and even a classic hayride. While little ones delight in outdoor fun, adults can savor a seasonal wine tasting courtesy of Ozan Winery & Distillery.

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HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS

Atrox Factory

Location: Leeds
More Info: atroxfactory.com

Atrox Factory has quite the reputation for being a hard-core haunt. It is the largest indoor haunted attraction in the Southeast and one of the most popular haunted attractions in the United States. The entire facility gets a refresh every January, so there are new spooky scenes each year. If you’re seeking a terror-induced adrenaline high, Atrox Factory delivers!

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Conjure

Location: East Birmingham
More Info: conjurebham.com

Get ready for a terrifyingly fun experience benefiting a great cause. Birmingham’s newest haunt — Conjure Haunted Attraction — features a bone-chilling storyline following the perils of Ouija boards. Visitors begin the experience by entering a home, assuming the role of kids playing with a board, and then suffering the consequences. But meddling with the Ouija board comes at a price.

Proceeds from the attraction will benefit local nonprofit, Andrew’s Place, a refuge for domestic violence survivors!

The Haunted Chicken House

Location: Heflin
More Info: thehauntedchickenhouse.com

If you’re looking for a unique haunted house experience, the Haunted Chicken House may be perfect. Try to make it through the horrifying human-sized chicken pen as mutant chickens chase you the whole way. You can also hop on the “Haunted Hayride.” True thrill-seekers will love the newest addition, the Crazy Train. Patrons fly at over 60 mph through the haunted woods and end with a jump off a 12-foot cliff.

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Warehouse 31

Location: Pelham 
More Info: warehouse31.com

Warehouse 31 has three haunted experiences to choose from, so there’s something for every white knuckler. “Rigamortis,” the traditional haunted house experience, is packed with 50 scenes of terror. The 3D experience transports brave participants into the maddening mind of “Lenny Graves,” a once-beloved butcher whose psychotic break resulted in widespread horror.

If you truly want to put your survival skills to the test, try your hand at the escape room!

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Insanitarium Haunted Attraction

Location: Trussville
More Info: insanitariumhaunt.com

Thrill-seekers must head to Trussville for Insanitarium Haunted Attraction, a locally loved scare experience that puts you right in the middle of the story. Designed for ages 13 and up, the haunt is known for its elaborate sets, eerie characters, and a chilling atmosphere that’s more about suspense and storytelling than jump scares alone. Expect winding corridors, unexpected encounters, and a fully immersive environment that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a dark new world.

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Nightmare on 3008

Location: Fultondale
More Info: nightmareat3008.com

Brave enough to enter Nightmare on 3008? A longtime favorite for immersive scares thanks to its chaotic, two-story haunt, enchanted by eerie actors, gritty interiors, and winding indoor and outdoor trails, many visitors rave that it’s “hands-on horror with heart,” and it’s repeatedly voted the state’s must-see haunt.

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