Canton-Area Pumpkin Patch Guide, Weekend Weather Forecast

CANTON, GA — 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 in Canton, 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.

Wind and rain may put a damper on weekend plans around metro Atlanta, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast for this weekend shows:

Friday

A 20 percent chance of showers after 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.

Friday night

A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.

Saturday

A chance of showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 9 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Saturday night

Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Sunday

Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Sunday night

Showers likely, mainly before 9 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Monday, Columbus Day

A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before 9 a.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80.

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 near Canton, with an address, hours and website to check for more details.

• Name: Big Springs Farms
  • Address: 2100 Sugar Pike Road, Woodstock
  • Season opening/closing dates: Opens Sept. 26 and every weekend in October
  • Attractions: Pumpkin patch, hayrides, farm animals and snacks available.
  • Hours: noon to 6 p.m. on Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays
  • Pricing: Free admission and parking. Hayrides: $4 per person (15-20 min long). Corn Maze: $4. Face painting times may vary
  • Phone: 678-899-3900
  • Website
• Name: Berry Patch Farms
  • Address: 786 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock
  • Attractions: Pumpkins for sale, hayride, farm animals, fall favorites including apple cider and pie available. Gourds, mini pumpkins, Indian corn, jams, jellies and dressings all available for purchase.
  • Hours: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends in October from Oct. 3-25. Open weekdays for the public from 3-6 p.m. from Oct. 14-30
  • Pricing: Weekend parking is $4 in cash.
  • Phone: 770-926-0561
  • Website

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