Halloween Events and Pumpkin Patches in Bergen County NJ 2026: Your Family Guide

Fall in Bergen County means apple cider, crisp air, and families piling into the car for a pumpkin patch or a corn maze. The good news is that you do not have to drive far: some of the best pick-your-own farms in the region are right here in the county.

This guide rounds up the 2026 standbys that families return to year after year, from the big agritourism farms to a few hidden gems. Always confirm hours, dates, and reservation requirements on each farm's website before you go, because many sell weekend slots ahead of time.

Demarest Farms in Hillsdale: The County Favorite

If you ask a Bergen County parent where to go for pumpkins, Demarest Farms in Hillsdale is usually the first answer. The pick-your-own stop includes a large pumpkin patch, a corn maze, hayrides, a petting zoo, a playground, and face painting, so it can easily fill an afternoon.

The season typically runs from around late September through Halloween, with general admission in the neighborhood of $8 per person and pumpkins sold by size. Weekend slots tend to fill, so book online early through Demarest Farms.

Secor Farms in Mahwah: Hayride to the Patch

Secor Farms in Mahwah runs a scenic hayride out to a large pumpkin patch, with two smaller corn mazes, farm animals, a market, and apple-cider doughnuts. It is dog-friendly, which is a bonus for families that bring their pup along.

The farm has been a USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice nominee for its pumpkin patch and corn maze, and hayride tickets run roughly $7.50 to $8.50 per person. Reserve for weekends through Secor Farms.

Abma's Farm in Wyckoff: A Barnyard Classic

Abma's Farm in Wyckoff is Bergen County's only produce and poultry farm, and it makes for a wonderfully low-key family outing. A round-trip hayride takes you to the pumpkin patch, and the barnyard petting zoo is home to goats, alpacas, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, pigs, and cows.

Hayrides and pumpkin picking run from late September through late October. It is especially well suited to younger kids who want to pet the animals more than they want a big corn maze. See current dates on the Abma's Farm hayrides page.

Zoo Boo at the Bergen County Zoo in Paramus

For a Halloween event that is fully planned for you, Zoo Boo at the Bergen County Zoo in Paramus is a family favorite. The zoo hosts a costume-friendly Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating, games, and animal visits, usually across a weekend in mid-October.

Tickets and dates change each year, so check the zoo's schedule before planning your visit. For very young kids, nearby stores like Stew Leonard's in Paramus also host free indoor trick-or-treating for ages eight and under in the week before Halloween.

A Few More Local Spots Worth Knowing

Ward's Farm Pumpkin Patch off Route 17 in Ridgewood is a convenient grab-and-go stop for pumpkins without the full farm day. Haunted Orchards at Demarest Farm offers a spookier, older-kid option once the sun goes down, for those who want a little scare with their fall.

For a residential twist, the Ridgewood Halloween Maze on Sheridan Terrace is a family-friendly backyard maze open daily through Halloween, where older kids love the after-dark "haunted" hours. Check each venue's schedule before heading over.

Make It an Easy, Happy Fall

The practical secret to fall in Bergen County is to plan a week or two ahead. Weekends at the big farms book up, and the best parking windows go fast. Pack layers, bring cash or a card for the farm market, and go early in the season if you want the biggest selection of pumpkins on the vine.

These farms sit in some of the county's most family-friendly towns, including Hillsdale, Wyckoff, and Mahwah. If you are deciding where to settle, our full fall guide to Bergen County and our guide to apple picking near Bergen County will fill out the season nicely.

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