Storybook Ranch Pumpkin Patch, McKinney
Runs through Nov. 1
This pumpkin patch includes a hay maze, pony rides, petting zoo, wagon ride through a 1800s western town and bounce houses. All proceeds go toward River Ranch Educational Charities, a nonprofit organization.
10 a.m.-sundown (Sun.-Fri.), 9 a.m.-sundown (Sat.). $15 per child, $5 per adult. 3701 South Custer Road, McKinney. 972-369-0874. www.storybookranch.org
Pumpkins on the Prairie, Frisco
Runs through Oct. 31
This is the 13th year for this fall event at Grace Avenue United Methodist Church. Everyone can pick their favorite pumpkins, children can enjoy playing in bounce houses, running through a hay maze and playing in the “Kid’s Patch.” And back this year is the Great Pumpkin Launcher.
1-7 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.). Free. 3521 Main. St., Frisco. 972-335-2882. www.pumpkinsontheprairie.org
Tucker Hill Pumpkinville, McKinney
Tucker Hill will host its pumpkin patch for the 5th year.[/caption]Oct. 17-31
Southern Land Company is hosting this pumpkin patch for the fifth year. This year the patch will include a tractor-pulled hay ride, petting zoo, photo vignettes, face painting, pumpkin painting, costume contests and more. Proceeds from the event benefit McKinney Christian Academy.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.), 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 1-5 p.m. (Sun.). Free. 2100 State Blvd., McKinney. 214-544-7550. www.tuckerhilltx.com
Chestnut Square Pumpkin Patch, McKinney
Runs through Oct. 27
This patch is geared towards children in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. Children will be able participate in developmentally appropriate activities such as a scavenger hunt, measuring pumpkins, a hay bale maze, leaf rubbing and enjoy stories in the Wilmeth one-room schoolhouse. Children can take home a coloring booklet and a pumpkin. All visits are by reservation only.
10-11:30 a.m. (Tue.-Fri.). $8 per child, free for adults. 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney. 972-562-8790. www.chestnutsquare.org
Creekwood Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch, Allen
Pumpkin patch runs through Oct. 31
Creekwood United Methodist Church is once again hosting a community-wide pumpkin patch and fall festival. Attendees can enjoy a petting zoo, hay rides, face painting, carnival games, cake walks, a bounce house, balloon animals, hot dogs, popcorn and more. Friends and families will have an opportunity to pose for photographs at the big red Creek barn, which is believed to be one of the oldest standing barns in Collin County. Proceeds benefit the Creek youth mission program.
9 a.m.-dusk (through Oct. 1-31), 3-6 p.m. (Oct. 15). Free. 261 Country Club Road, Allen. 214-544-8050. www.creekwoodumc.org
Hall’s Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze
Runs though Oct. 31
Families from Tarrant County and beyond can enjoy an old fashion fall celebration in Grapevine. The farm has pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, gourds, hay bales and corn stalks. Hayrides and a corn maze are also available. The venue only accepts cash.
3-8 p.m. (Mon.-Thurs.), 3-10 p.m. (Fri.), 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sun.). $5 (general admission). 3420 Hall Johnson Road, Grapevine. 817-991-1052. www.hallspumpkinfarm.net
Pumpkin Village and Fall Family Festival, McKinney
Stonebridge United Methodist church is hosting its first pumpkin patch event throughout October.[/caption]Pumpkin patch runs through Oct. 31
Stonebridge United Methodist Church is hosting its first pumpkin patch event throughout October. Pumpkins from the patch and food from the Spoons food truck will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Stonebridge UMC youth and missions projects.
10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Mon.-Saturday), 12-7 p.m. (Sun.), 3-7 p.m. (Oct. 15). Free. 1800 S. Stonebridge Drive, McKinney. 972-529-5601. www.mysumc.org
Dark Hour Haunted House, Plano
Runs through Oct. 31
Now in its third season in Plano, Dark Hour Haunted House continues its ghoulish tradition of haunting horror fans with the help of quality actors and intricate backdrops.
7 p.m.-midnight (Fri.-Sat.), 7-10 p.m. (Oct 31.). $28 (general admission). 701 Taylor Drive, Plano. 469-298-0556. www.darkhourhauntedhouse.com
The Grapeyard, Grapevine
Oct. 21-22
The Halloween event includes a zombie survival course, life-sized Pokemon Go and Angry Birds games, a nocturnal animal trail, Sleepy Hollow wagon rides, escape rooms and vendors. Costumes are encouraged, but no face masks are allowed for ages 13 and older.
6-11 p.m. Free (must register for tickets in advance). Oak Grove Soccer Fields, 1299 Oak Grove Loop North, Grapevine. 817-410-3398. www.thegrapeyard.com
Chestnut Square’s Ghostwalk, McKinney
Oct. 22, 29
Guests go through a self-guided ghost walk throughout Chestnut Square Historic Village and downtown McKinney Square. Storytellers at each site stop share in the legends and tales of the site’s legends and paranormal history. There is also a trolley tour and a Ghost Hunting 101 class. Tickets are good for both nights.
6-10 p.m. Free (age 3 and younger), $5 (ages 4-12), $20. Chestnut Square Historic Village, 315 S. Chestnut St., McKinney. 972-562-8790. www.chestnutsquare.org
Haunted Shadows Lake Trail, The Colony
Oct. 14-Oct. 23, Oct. 28-Oct. 31
Guests walk the dark trail through the woods as creatures can be found beyond the glow of their flashlights. This is a self-guided journey one mile along the shore of Lake Lewisville.
7:30 p.m.- midnight (Fri.-Sat.), 7:30-10 p.m. (Sun.) $23 (general admission). Blue Sky Sports Center, 7801 North Main (FM 423), The Colony. 469-384-3400. www.hauntedshadowslaketrail.com
