Petey’s Pumpkin Patch is an autumn and Halloween-themed attraction at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack. It’s about a 30-minute drive east of Abbotsford.

Fantasy Farms hosts some of the best Halloween activities in the Lower Mainland. Both its pumpkin patch and Reapers Haunted Attraction are well-known throughout the region. They are worth the drive from Vancouver to see!

The pumpkin patch activities at Fantasy Farms run from late September until early November.

Visit peteyspumpkinpatch.ca for the autumn attraction’s official website. See the Fantasy Farms website to learn about the farm and its events at other times of the year.

This article contains the following information about the attraction:

Pumpkins and Halloween Activities at Fantasy Farms in the Fraser Valley

Fantasy Farms hosts two Halloween events in the fall each year. There is Petey’s Pumpkin Patch which features pumpkins and child-friendly activities. It offers wholesome, old-fashioned fun and is popular with young families. For adults and older youth, there’s the Reapers Maze of Terror which is arguably one of the best haunted attractions in the Lower Mainland.

Fantasy Farms is an active farm that grows a variety of different vegetables including corn and pumpkins. In addition to its Halloween activities, it also hosts other events at different times of the year. It often has a Christmas event, and in the spring it’s home to Petey’s Easter Eggstravaganza. At the end of summer, it also hosts the Chilliwack Garlic Festival.

Continue reading to learn about the family-friendly Petey’s Pumpkin Patch or visit peteyspumpkinpatch.ca. See our article about the Reapers Maze of Terror or visit reapers.ca to learn about the venue’s hard-core haunted Halloween attraction.

Pumpkin Field at Petey's — Pumpkin Field at Fantasy Farms

Petey’s Pumpkin Patch

Petey is a pumpkin-headed mascot-like character at Fantasy Farms. In the fall, from late September until the end of October, Fantasy Farms has its Petey’s Pumpkin Patch event.

When is the Pumpkin Patch Open?

Petey’s Pumpkin Patch opened for the season on the weekend of September 21st and 22nd last year. It was also open on the following weekend of September 28th and 29th. The attraction ran every day in October, plus on the Friday and Saturday of November 1st and 2nd.

For the most part, weekday hours are from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, whereas weekend hours are from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The extended hours also apply on Thanksgiving Monday, as well as on the two Fridays of October 25th and November 1st last year.

See the Petey’s Pumpkin Patch website for full details about the attraction.

Where is Petey’s Pumpkin Patch?

Fantasy Farms’ address is 9423 Gibson Road in Chilliwack. If heading east from Vancouver along the Trans-Canada Highway, take exit 123. It’s in the Fraser Valley about 45 kms east of Abbotsford and 24 kms south of Harrison Hot Springs.

If you want to make a day trip out of the visit to Chilliwack and Fantasy Farms, other places of interest in the area include the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve and the Chilliwack Museum. Also just a 15-minute drive away is Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park.

How Much Does it Cost?

Admission to Petey’s costs around $14 per person ages 2 to 64. Seniors cost $10 and infants under the age of 2 have free admission. A family of four can also get in for just $50.

Pumpkins at Fantasy Farms cost between $3 and $25 depending on their size. There are also usually other types of squash available for purchase, as well as refreshments. Pretty much everything else is free with admission most years, including the train rides.

Parking at the venue is free. It can get busy, though especially on sunny weekends, so carpool with friends if you can.

Easter Train at Fantasy Farms — Train Rides at Fantasy Farms

What to Expect

There is a fair bit more at Petey’s Pumpkin Patch than just pumpkins. Yes, there are lots of pumpkins in the field at Fantasy Farms. You can pick one to take home with you at the end of your visit (for a nominal price).

Aside from pumpkins, the venue has miniature train rides, a bouncy castle, a small farm area with animals, a corn maze and other kid-friendly things to see and do. Petey’s is both an indoor and outdoor attraction. There is a lot of covered space for kids to play in.

Fantasy Farms in October is a fun place for young children and their families. It’s also popular with school groups and birthday parties.

Click Petey’s Pumpkin Patch for the attraction’s official website.

Farm Animals at Petey’s Pumpkin Patch

Fantasy Farms is a farm that grows produce, including corn and pumpkins. The place has a number of animals too which are fun for kids to see. It’s not a “petting zoo.” It’s more of a hobby farm where you can visit and enjoy the animals, but in most cases not touch them. Kids can pet the goats and the bunnies most years.

The animals are located near the kids’ play area which is called Fort Runamuk. That’s where you’ll also find a number of small kids’ play houses that children can enjoy.

Corn Maze at Petey's Pumpkin Patch — The Corn Maze at Petey’s Pumpkin Patch

The Family-Friendly Corn Maze

Another highlight at Petey’s is the corn maze. Fantasy Farms has two corn mazes. There is the family-friendly one during the day that’s part of the Petey’s Pumpkin Patch attraction. There is also Reapers Maze of Terror, which is separate, operates only at night, and is designed for older people who love getting scared.

The corn maze that’s included with admission to Petey’s is great! It’s simple and child-friendly. It’s not too big, but also not too small. This maze is perfect for young families who want to have fun without getting lost. While making your way through the maze, there are normally places to get stamps, which makes it extra fun and entertaining for little kids.

See the Petey’s Pumpkin Patch website for full details about the family-friendly attraction.

Petey’s Pumpkin Patch Video

In the following video you’ll see what Petey’s Pumpkin Patch looked like on its opening weekend last year. There are clips of Fantasy Farms’ miniature train, fields of pumpkins and the family-friendly corn maze.

Tips & Advice

Below are some suggestions and other things to know to help you make the most of your trip to Fantasy Farms.

TIP #1: Getting a pumpkin straight from a farm is way more fun than picking one up at a grocery store. It’s also a great way to support local farmers.

TIP #2: Petey’s Pumpkin Patch is at an active farm and the pumpkins are out in the field. Wear appropriate footwear, especially if it has been raining over the past few days.

TIP #3: Chilliwack corn is famously delicious! While in the area, in addition to getting a pumpkin, you might also want to pick up some farm-fresh corn.

TIP #4: Don’t forget that gas in the Fantasy Farms area is typically 10 cents cheaper than gas in Metro Vancouver. Fill up your tank while you’re in the Fraser Valley!

TIP #5: Reapers Maze of Terror is one of the Lower Mainland’s best haunted attractions. It’s great for older children, youth and adults. It’s not suitable, though, for younger children or extra timid people. If you like haunted houses, you’ll want to visit Reapers at night. If you don’t like scary stuff, then stick to the pumpkin patch!