Fruitville Pumpkin Festival (Pumpkin Patch & More)

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

Add this fall festival to your bucket list this year. The annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival is a family favorite featuring a pumpkin patch, hayrides, live entertainment, farm animals, rides, and dozens of activities for kids. Located in Sarasota, this popular fall event is worth the drive for families searching for pumpkin patches near Tampa, fall festivals in Florida, and Halloween events for kids.

Admission is free, making it one of the most budget-friendly fall events in the region. Please note that there is a $5 parking fee per vehicle. Families can enjoy free live music, the Torres Family Circus, a wandering magician and balloon artist, petting zoo, playground, costume contests, and beautifully decorated photo spots throughout the festival grounds. Additional attractions such as pony rides, pumpkin painting, bounce houses, mini train rides, rock climbing, and hayrides are available for a small fee, typically ranging from $1–$10 per activity.

One of the festival’s biggest draws is the variety of experiences available for all ages. Younger children will love the Kids Fun Zone, petting zoo, Hug-A-Goat experience, Enchanted Unicorn Encounter, and Butterfly Garden. Older kids and tweens can test their courage at the Hollowgraves Haunted Manor, a walk-through haunted house featuring live actors and recommended for ages 8 and older.

Family-Friendly Highlights That Have Happened in the Past:

• Free Admission
• Pumpkin Patch
• Petting Zoo
• Hayrides
• Kids Fun Zone
• Live Entertainment & Music
• Wandering Magician & Balloon Artist
• Children’s Costume Contests
• Enchanted Unicorn Encounter
• Butterfly Garden Experience
• Pony Rides
• Mini Train Ride
• Pumpkin Painting
• Hollowgraves Haunted Manor (Ages 8+)
• Food Trucks
• Craft Vendors
• Fall Photo Opportunities

If you’re looking for a family-friendly fall festival near Tampa Bay, pumpkin patch in Sarasota, or a full day of autumn fun for kids, Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival offers one of the most activity-packed fall experiences on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Location: Sarasota, Florida

7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, United States, 34240

Best For: Families with toddlers, preschoolers, elementary-aged children, and tweens looking for a full-day fall festival experience with entertainment, animals, rides, and seasonal activities.