The Best Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides & Halloween Adventures
When autumn rolls into Mississippi, the state comes alive with pumpkin patches, hayrides, corn mazes, and cozy outdoor fun. From the Pine Belt to the Delta, local farms and attractions invite families to celebrate the season in true Southern style — with pumpkins, laughter, and a little bit of magic.
If you’re planning your October adventures, here are Made in Mississippi’s top picks for the most memorable fall experiences across the state.
👑 #1 Made in Mississippi Pick: Hattiesburg Zoo’s “Zoo Boo: Where the Wild Things Glow” ✨
The Hattiesburg Zoo’s beloved Zoo Boo is back — and this year, it glows! ✨
Zoo Boo: Where the Wild Things Glow transforms the Hattiesburg Zoo into a glowing Halloween wonderland filled with more than 100 dazzling LED lanterns. From witches and wizards to ghouls, goblins, and glowing creatures around every corner, this is one event your family won’t forget! 🕸️🦇
In addition to the magical lanterns, enjoy:
🦁 Animal encounters & enrichment activities
🚂 Unlimited train & carousel rides
🌲 High Ropes Adventure Course (additional cost)
🎈 Jump houses for kids
🍬 Themed food & drinks
🎨 Face painting (additional cost)
🗓 Dates:
• Oct. 10–11
• Oct. 17–18
• Oct. 24–30
⏰ 6–9 p.m. nightly
🎟 Tickets: $14 online | $17 at the gate
👉 BUY TICKETS HERE
✨ Costumes are encouraged (no full face masks for adults). Please note: Zoo Boo is a Halloween celebration, not a trick-or-treating event.
“Zoo Boo combines the wonder of wildlife with the magic of Halloween,” says Demetric Kelly, Director of Guest Services & Retail. “This year’s glowing lanterns will take it to the next level and create unforgettable memories for families.” 💚
Don’t miss the most enchanting fall tradition in the Pine Belt — Zoo Boo 2025: Where the Wild Things Glow! 🎃✨
🎃 Pick the Perfect Pumpkin
There’s something timeless about wandering through a pumpkin patch in your favorite sweater, camera in hand, searching for that perfect pumpkin.
At Mitchell Farms in Collins, families stroll through fields of bright orange pumpkins, surrounded by hay bales and seasonal décor. Tractor-pulled hayrides and visits with friendly farm animals make it an autumn favorite.
In Moss Point, the A&W Christmas Tree Farm and Pumpkin Patch offers a charming family-run experience with pumpkins straight from the field, tractor hayrides, a straw bale maze, and even a haunted trail for those who love a good scare.
For an unforgettable mix of fun and fall flavor, McClain Pumpkin Patch in Brandon (part of Cypress Point Resort) features a hay maze, pumpkin bowling, tire swings, obstacle courses, and even a Daytime Safari Drive-Thru where visitors can spot exotic animals.
And over in Chippewa Buffalo Park & Zoo, you can explore the pumpkin patch and take a wild ride on the Monster Bison Bus! Feed buffalo and other exotic animals, visit the petting zoo, and take home a pumpkin to top off the adventure.
🌽 Get Lost in a Corn Maze
Nothing says “fall fun” like getting lost — on purpose!
At Williams Family Farms in Wiggins, a 10-acre GPS-designed maze offers fun challenges for all ages. Down in Kiln, Southern Promised Land Farm features another sprawling 10-acre maze, plus hayrides and farm animals to meet along the way.
Feeling brave? Cedar Hill Farm in Love and Seward Farms in Lucedale offer corn mazes that turn spooky at night. Grab a flashlight for evening walks or join their haunted attractions like the Trail of Terror and Field of Fright.
🚜 Take a Classic Hayride
The sound of a tractor, the scent of hay, and the laughter of families under an autumn sky — that’s the heart of fall in Mississippi.
Lazy Acres Plantation in Chunky is known for scenic hayrides through colorful farmland, while Mitchell Farms and Wise Family Farm in Pontotoc offer classic rides that show off the beauty of the season.
🐐 Visit Friendly Farm Animals
Many Mississippi pumpkin patches double as working farms, giving visitors the chance to meet the animals.
At Wise Family Farm, kids can visit the petting zoo, play on tire swings, and try “Hillbilly Golf,” a quirky mini-golf course set right on the farm.
At Chippewa Buffalo Park, animal encounters take center stage — from feeding buffalo and goats to visiting the petting zoo or exploring playgrounds filled with fall décor.
🍂 Slow Down & Soak It In
For a peaceful fall afternoon, visit Moseley Meadows in Canton — where open fields, wildflowers, and crisp autumn air create the perfect backdrop for photos, small gatherings, or a quiet stroll. It’s the kind of place that reminds you what slowing down feels like.
💛 Fall Memories Start Here
From the glowing magic of Zoo Boo to the laughter of a hayride, Mississippi’s fall destinations are full of charm, warmth, and community spirit. Whether you’re wandering a corn maze, feeding a buffalo, or taking home your family’s chosen pumpkin, every stop on this list celebrates what makes fall in Mississippi so special.
🍁 Plan your autumn adventure today at MadeInMississippi.com — your hub for the best destinations, stories, and seasonal fun across our great state.
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