The Great Midlands Pumpkin Hunt

Pumpkin patches, farm adventures and festive shopping stops around Lexington, Columbia, Lake Murray and nearby communities

Fall in South Carolina comes with a few familiar traditions: debating whether it is cool enough for a sweater, buying one more mum than planned and searching for a pumpkin with just the right personality.

Whether your family wants a corn maze and wagon ride or a quick stop for something cheerful on the porch, this guide will help you plan your pumpkin outing. We have included farms for a full day of play, markets for seasonal shopping and a few destinations worth a little extra drive.

Before you go: Check the venue's latest updates for weather closures, hours and pumpkin stock. Activity admission does not always include a pumpkin. Where pumpkin prices are not published, we have noted that rather than estimated a cost. Several market listings confirm pumpkins as a seasonal product but do not establish what is in stock today.

Make a day of it: Pumpkin patches and farm adventures

Clinton Sease Farm and Corn Maze | Lexington

Address: 382 Olde Farm Road, Lexington, SC 29072
Season: September 25 through November 8, 2026
Admission: $20 for ages 3 and up includes mazes, playground activities, the obstacle course, unlimited wagon rides and pumpkin patch access. Ages 2 and under are free. Pumpkins are extra.
Patch only option: $3 for ages 3 and up, with pumpkins sold separately. Add a hayride for $3.
Hours: Maze and playground: Friday, 6 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 2 to 7 p.m. Pumpkin patch: Friday, 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 to 7 p.m.
Plan your visit: Clinton Sease Farm

Turn your pumpkin search into an afternoon of wandering, riding and playing. The full admission option leaves room for a corn maze challenge and plenty of playground time, while the patch only ticket works for a shorter visit. Leave a little room for a seasonal treat. Finding your way out of a maze deserves a snack.

The FARM 1780 | Lexington

Address: 1127 Corley Mill Road, Lexington, SC 29072
Season: The posted pumpkin guide lists a September 21 opening.
Admission: Free entry to the pumpkin patch and free parking. Pay for pumpkins and other purchases.
Pumpkin prices: Start around $6; larger carving pumpkins typically range from $12 to $20, according to the farm's guide.
Hours: Weekdays, 2 to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to the pumpkin guide.
Plan your visit: The FARM 1780

Bring your pumpkin wish list and a wagon to this working Lexington farm. Choose a pumpkin from the vines or browse the selection at the FARMstand. The farm lists a children's play area, pumpkin painting and seasonal games on select days, with flowers and other crops available as the harvest allows. It is a lovely option for a relaxed outing that ends with a little farm goodness coming home with you.

Cottle Strawberry Farm and FunPark | Hopkins

Address: 9560 Garners Ferry Road, Hopkins, SC 29061
Season: September 18 through November 15, 2026
Admission: $15 plus fees online or $18 at the farm for ages 2 and up. The Farm Market has no admission fee for shopping.
Hours: Fall FunPark: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are sold until 5 p.m. The Farm Market is advertised as open daily; check market hours separately.
Pumpkin prices: Not published in the fall admission information.
Plan your visit: Cottle Strawberry Farm | Fall tickets

If the kids hear “pumpkin shopping” and immediately ask what else they can do, Cottle has an answer. Its fall lineup includes a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, a mega slide, a jumping pillow and more than 50 attractions. For a simpler stop, browse the Farm Market for pumpkins, mums and produce without purchasing FunPark admission.

Lever Farms | Pomaria

Address: 5057 SC Highway 34, Pomaria, SC 29126
Season and hours: Saturdays in October 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last tickets are sold one hour before closing.
Admission: The October 3 event lists $8 online plus a $0.20 service fee, or $10 at the gate. Activity area admission is required for ages 2 and up; younger children enter free with an adult's paid admission. Check the ticket page for your chosen date.
Pumpkin prices: Not published; confirm whether your chosen ticket includes a pumpkin.
Plan your visit: Lever Farms pumpkin outings | Facebook updates

Enjoy the country at a family farm where pumpkin picking comes with a closer look at agriculture. Explore the corn maze, take a wagon ride, see the animals and try the farm games, then browse pumpkins in the patch or at the stand. Pumpkin fritters and apple cider slushies add a delicious reason to linger. The October calendar also lists special visits and events, so choose the Saturday that fits your crew.

Sara's Farm Adventure | Trenton

Address: 130 Greenhouse Road, Trenton, SC 29847
Season: September 17 through November 8, 2026
Admission: General admission is $21.99 online or $24.99 at the gate for ages 3 and up, before fees. Ages 2 and under are free.
Evening combo: Farm Adventure plus Jack O'Lantern Lane is $36.99 online or $39.99 at the gate, before fees.
Hours: Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m.; Friday, 2 to 10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Jack O'Lantern Lane opens after dark.
Pumpkin prices: Check directly for the cost of a pumpkin to take home.
Plan your visit: Sara's Farm Adventure | Pricing

For a fall day trip, head to Trenton for PumpkinTown, a corn maze, wagon rides, farm animals and an assortment of games and play areas. Fall photo displays make it easy to capture the day between activities. With a combo ticket, stay until evening to see Jack O'Lantern Lane glow. It is a festive way to stretch pumpkin season past sunset.

Coffee and pumpkins: A cozy Lexington stop

Second Wave Coffee: Pumpkins with a Purpose | Lexington

Address: 529 South Lake Drive, Lexington, SC
Dates: September 26 through October 31, 2026
Admission: $12; ages 2 and under are free
Details: Second Wave Coffee

Your favorite coffee stop just became a fall outing. Browse thousands of pumpkins while the kids enjoy two bounce houses and a giant Halloween jumping pad. Pumpkin decorating, games and festive photo spots keep the fun going, while s’mores and a fire pit add a cozy touch. Come for a pumpkin, stay for the memories and somehow leave with three pumpkins instead of one.

From market to porch: Seasonal shopping stops

These venues offer a shopping visit rather than a confirmed package of farm activities. Pumpkin prices vary by size, variety and seller. Current pumpkin price lists were not available in the sources checked.

Petals & Produce | Lexington

Address: 124 Steele Pond Road, Lexington, SC 29073
Season: The pumpkin patch is now open, according to the announcement supplied September 30, 2026.
Pumpkin prices: $10 each, with three free sunflowers included with a pumpkin purchase.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
More information: Petals & Produce on Facebook

Carey's Farmstand | Wagener

Address: 2494 New Holland Road, Wagener, SC 29164
Pricing: Pay for purchases; pumpkin prices were not published.
Hours: Recent September updates list Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; check for changes.
More information: Carey's Farmstand on Facebook | Farm website

Make this a stop for seasonal shopping with a country feel. Carey's advertised pumpkins and apples for its September 26 fall market, alongside local makers and food vendors. That event has passed, so check current pumpkin stock before driving out. The stand also offers local foods that can turn a pumpkin errand into a well stocked kitchen.

South Carolina State Farmers Market | West Columbia

Address: 3483 Charleston Highway, West Columbia, SC 29172
Pricing: Individual vendors set pumpkin prices.
Hours: The market operates Monday through Sunday; vendor hours vary.
More information: Market Facebook updates | Official market information

If you enjoy browsing before deciding, put the State Farmers Market on your list. Pumpkins are among its seasonal offerings, alongside produce and specialty goods. Check which vendors are open before going, particularly if you are searching for a specific size or variety. You might arrive looking for one porch pumpkin and leave with a whole decorating plan.

Cayce Farmers Market | Cayce

Address: 2329 Charleston Highway, Cayce, SC 29033
Pricing: Pay for purchases; current pumpkin prices were not published.
Listed hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Confirm seasonal changes.
More information: Cayce Farmers Market on Facebook

Bring a little fall color home while picking up something fresh for dinner. Pumpkins and gourds appear among the market's listed products, along with produce, flowers and plants. It is a convenient option when your perfect pumpkin outing is a cheerful shopping stop rather than a day of tickets and activities.

Locklair's Farm Supply | Gaston

Address: 109 State Pond Road, Gaston, SC 29053
Pricing: Pay for purchases; current pumpkin prices were not published.
Listed hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Confirm current hours before going.
More information: Locklair's Farm Supply on Facebook

Add a local farm supply stop to your fall shopping route. The state agriculture directory lists pumpkins, honey, eggs and other farm products here, along with specialty foods. Check the latest selection before visiting, especially if pumpkins are the main reason for your trip.

The Shack at Livingston Farms | Swansea

Listed address: 1424 Southbound Road, Swansea, SC 29160. Confirm directly, as other circulated lists use 1442.
Pricing: Pay for purchases; current pumpkin prices were not published.
Listed hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Confirm seasonal changes.
More information: The Shack at Livingston Farms on Facebook

A roadside produce stop can be just the right amount of fall adventure. The Shack's state listing includes pumpkins, seasonal fruits and vegetables, jams and jellies. Browse for something to carve and something to cook, and ask about the day's selection before heading out.

Four Oaks Farm Country Store | Lexington

Address: 4856 Augusta Road, Lexington, SC 29073
Pricing: Pay for purchases; current pumpkin prices were not published.
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., according to the store's website.
More information: Four Oaks Farm Country Store

Combine your seasonal shopping with a browse through Southern pantry favorites. The state agriculture directory includes pumpkins among the store's products, while the country store offers meats, grits, jams, honey and other foods. Confirm pumpkin stock for your visit, then allow a few extra minutes for the tempting shelves inside.

Wingard's Market | Lexington

Address: 1403 North Lake Drive, Lexington, SC 29072
Pricing: Pay for purchases; current pumpkin prices were not published.
Listed hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check for seasonal changes.
More information: Wingard's Market

For fall shoppers who like to think beyond a single pumpkin, Wingard's combines a garden center with a produce market and gift shop. Pumpkins and gourds appear on its state listing, with plants and pottery offering more possibilities for the porch. Check current stock, bring your decorating ideas and see what catches your eye.

A little planning, a lot of fall fun

Choose the outing that fits your family. Buy activity tickets ahead when they offer a savings, check weather updates before leaving and ask whether a take home pumpkin is included. Comfortable shoes and a little room in the car will help, too.

At the Lakeside Team, we love sharing the local places that make life in the Midlands of South Carolina special. From an afternoon at a family farm to a quick market stop, these small seasonal traditions are part of what makes a community feel like home.

Information checked September 30, 2026. Prices, schedules, attractions and pumpkin stock can change.