Georgetown Area Pumpkin Patch Guide, Weekend Weather Forecast

GEORGETOWN, D.C. — Pumpkins are showing up at grocery stores and roadside stands as Halloween creeps closer. If your family has a visit planned to a local pumpkin patch near Georgetown, we have a list of stands open in the area. And here’s a look at the weekend weather forecast to help you plan your trip.

FORECAST: Friday would be the perfect day to head to the pumpkin patch with sun and a high near 70, according to the National Weather Service. If Saturday's a better day for you, head to the pumpkin patch before 2 p.m., as there is a 20 percent chance of rain later in the afternoon and a 30 percent chance in the evening. The high Saturday will be in the upper 70s. There is a 50 percent chance of rain Sunday with a high near 72. The rain persists into next week with a 60 percent chance of rain Monday and a high in the low 70s. The chance of rain drops to 40 percent on Tuesday with temps holding steady in the low 70s. On Wednesday, the rain moves out with highs in the upper 60s, making for a crisp fall day perfect for a trip to the pumpkin patch.

In many cases, coronavirus precautions have merely changed — not shut down — area pumpkin patches and their entertainment options. Below is a list of some of our favorite pumpkin patches in the area, with an address, hours and website to check for more details.

Fall-O-Ween Park Bonanza, The Park at LeDroit, 3rd Street and Elm Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001
Season opening date: Saturday, Oct. 26
Attractions: Enjoy the fall season with food, drinks and pick-your-own pumpkins at the newly renovated Park at LeDroit. Come in costume — dogs, too!
Hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Pricing: Free
Website: Pumpkin Party

Montpelier Farms Fall Festival, 1720 Crain Highway North, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Season opening/closing dates: Sept. 19-Nov. 8
Attractions: Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Bowling, Cub Corral, Pumpkin Chunkin', Duck Races and Gem Stone Mining
Hours: September - Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m-7 p.m. October - Fridays, 5-11 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; November - Saturdays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m-7 p.m. Last admission sold one hour before closing.
Pricing: General admission is $12 and children under 2 are free.
Phone: 410-320-0464
Website: 27th Annual Pumpkin Patch

Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill's 27th Annual Pumpkin Patch, 3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria VA
Season opening/closing dates: Oct. 4-31
Attractions: Pumpkins of various sizes are offered with prices starting at $1 and up based on size. In addition, homemade soups, including a vegetarian variety, baked goods and knit wear are also for sale.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 12-6 p.m.; Weekends, 10-6 p.m.
Pricing: Free
Phone: 703-657-0999
Website: http://www.montpelierfarms.com...

DePaul's Urban Farm, 2599 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, VA 22181
Attractions: Buy seasonal plants, pumpkins, apples and cider.
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Pricing: Free
Phone: 703-537-0744
Website: DePaul's Urban Farm

Maryland Corn Maze, 389 Gambrills Road, Gambrills, MD 21054
Season opening/closing dates: Sept. 19-Nov. 8
Attractions: Hayrides, pumpkins, petting zoo, kettle corn, corn dogs, corn maze and everything fall.
Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Pricing: $11-14 Group rates available.
Phone: 240-398-6430
Website: Maryland Corn Maze

If we missed your favorite pumpkin patch, be sure to share it with readers in the comments section.

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