Bose Farm Corn Maze

Featuring a fall corn maze and pumpkin patch, Bose and Sons Family Farms is a large farm located in Surrey about a one-hour drive from downtown Vancouver.

Bose Farm and Corn Maze

Bose and Sons Family Farms has been in operation since 1891. In more recent years the farm has started running its annual corn maze and pumpkin patch attractions. The corn maze was to celebrate its 23rd year in 2022 but the event didn’t happen. It doesn’t look like it happened in 2023 either. Whether it happens again is to be determined.

The farm can be found at 5948-156th Street which is at the corner of 64th Avenue and 156th Street in South Surrey.

The Bose Farms Corn Maze

Similar to several of the Lower Mainland’s other corn mazes, Bose Farms changes the design of its corn maze each year. Usually an external maze-designer helps to construct the maze. However, due to the travel restrictions imposed by the global pandemic, the maze design for 2020 was constructed entirely by the farm family.

The 2020 maze design honoured the 50th anniversary of Douglas College. Within the giant maze design is a large number 50, the college’s name and its 1970 – 2020 years of operation.

The entrance to the corn maze venue at Bose Farm isn’t as big or impressive as that at other corn maze venues. You don’t drive into the farm, and there aren’t any buildings at the entrance. There is simply a dirt parking area, the corn field and a simple entrance into the maze. Just inside the corn maze is an open area with a few children’s plays structures and a covered area with chairs.

Sadly, the corn maze never opened in 2021 or 2022 due to the ongoing pandemic. We hope it returns in the coming years.

If you like corn mazes and pumpkin patches, another great event to visit is Petey’s Pumpkin Patch at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack. For even more places, check out our articles about Lower Mainland Pumpkin Patches and Vancouver Corn Mazes.

Pumpkin Patch and other Fall Attractions

The pumpkin patch at Bose Farms features a variety of pumpkins and other gourds scattered throughout the field. The pumpkins range in size from tiny up to 100 lbs and come in several different colours.

In addition to the pumpkin patch and corn maze, the farm also features other fall attractions including hay rides, fire pits, a small market and a concession stand. To get to the pumpkin patch from the corn maze you have to take the hay ride.

Bose Farms also has a fresh produce market. When the pumpkin patch or corn maze are open, various fruits and vegetables are usually available for purchase.

Like the corn maze, the pumpkin patch did not take place in 2021 or 2022. Hopefully it returns soon.

Admission and Hours

Due to the differences in the growing season for corn and pumpkins the two activities have different opening dates and hours.

Corn Maze Admission and Hours

The corn maze at Bose Farms opens earlier than the pumpkin patch. It also closes earlier. In 2020 the corn maze was open from September 1st until October 12th. 2020’s opening hours are listed below.

September 1st to 7th, 2020

Tuesdays to Thursdays and Saturdays – from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Fridays – from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Sundays – from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

September 8th until October 12th, 2020

Fridays – from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturdays – from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Sundays and Holidays – from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Bose Farms only accepts cash and debit as payment for admission fees. Admission prices for the 2020 season are listed below.

General Admission – $7.50
Seniors – $6.00
Children (under the age of 4) – Free!
Families of 4 – $25.00

Pumpkin Patch Admission and Hours

The pumpkin patch at Bose Farms was open every Saturday and Sunday in October from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Admission to the pumpkin patch was free with the purchase of a pumpkin.

Tips and Advice

Below are some suggestions to help make your visit to the pumpkin patch and corn maze fun.

TIP #1: The corn maze is open rain or shine. Since this is a working farm and can get muddy, it’s recommended you wear proper footwear and clothing including sturdy, waterproof shoes and a jacket.

TIP #2: Rather than buying your pumpkin from a grocery store, getting one from a farm and its pumpkin patch can be a fun experience for young children.

TIP #3: Note that the corn maze at Bose Farms usually runs from early September until around the Thanksgiving Weekend in mid-October. The pumpkin patch, meanwhile, runs throughout the month of October. Consequently, if you want to do both activities you’ll have to go in early October.