As autumn settles around Montreal, it's the perfect time for a beloved tradition: pumpkin picking. Whether you plan to carve, cook, or simply enjoy the harvest, the regions of Montérégie, Laval, and Lanaudière offer plenty of welcoming farms-all just an hour's drive from the city.
From family-run farms to vast pumpkin fields, each spot provides a unique experience. Discover a variety of pumpkins in different shapes, colors, and sizes, perfect for Halloween décor or seasonal cooking.
Stretching from north to south, the region's farms are ready to welcome visitors and families, offering more than just fields to explore. Some feature tractor rides through orchards, while others set up corn mazes or play areas for children. To top off your day, local products available on-site add a delicious touch to your outing.
So pack your basket, lace up your boots, and get ready to explore the best pumpkin-picking spots around Montreal. This guide will lead you to the top destinations for making the most of the autumn season and all its flavors.
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Approximate Distance from Montreal: 30 minutes
Located in Fabreville, Ferme Marineau invites you to celebrate autumn through a variety of activities. One of the main attractions is their pumpkin picking, with hundreds of colorful varieties ready to be harvested. A family-friendly corn maze offers an engaging course filled with riddles. After a session of picking or adventure, stop by Café Marineau for a delicious sandwich or a refreshing mocktail. The new artisanal creamery is also a must for tasting homemade ice cream. Families will enjoy the giant games, picturesque photo spots, a mini-farm, and an agricultural theme park where children can play with goats and oversized games. The farm is easily accessible by public transportation (STL - line 55).
7901Avenue Marcel-Villeneuve, Laval, H7A 0H9
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 35 minutes
Every weekend in September and October, Ferme Forget's Fall Festival is filled with fun for all ages. Choose your pumpkins and squashes from their themed "pumpkin patch," get lost in the giant corn maze inspired by "Monopoly," hop on a tractor ride, and savor local products from the snack bar.
The Squash Pavilion, tractor rides, and many other activities await you for a full autumn experience. Don't miss the chance to snap great photos in the charming play area.
For nine generations, the Forget family has passionately worked the land, now offering a variety of fruits and vegetables for picking. Stroll through fields of sunflowers, zinnias, pumpkins, and other fresh produce. The mini-farm, family play area, and Squash Pavilion promise a memorable day filled with discoveries.
Centre d'Interpretation de la Courge
839, chem. Principal, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, J0N 1M0
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 45 minutes
In Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, the Centre d'Interprétation de la Courge welcomes you for its 28th fall season. Autumn is celebrated with Sunday concerts from the band Les Jacks, pumpkin picking until mid-October, and stunning views of the fields from La Buvette. Food lovers will enjoy squash chips, soups, and wine at the Petit Bistro. Kids will have fun in the play area, while adults can shop for local products at the Squash Market. A festive atmosphere and picnic spaces make this an ideal autumn outing.
298, Chemin du Chicot, Saint-Eustache, J7K 4K3
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 40 minutes
Located in Saint-Eustache, Les Citrouillards is the perfect family destination for an autumn outing. Explore their expansive pumpkin field to find the perfect one for Halloween. Take a nature walk along the woodland trails, and let the kids meet the animals in the mini-farm, including rabbits, goats, roosters, and hens. On October 6th, enjoy a tasty break from BunsBuns, a colorful food truck serving gourmet burgers and hot dogs.
296, rang Saint-Henri, Contrecoeur, J0K 1E0
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 1 hour
For a day of flavors and harvest, head to Bleuetière Asselin in Lanoraie, near Joliette. Pick your pumpkins every weekend in October, relax in the picnic area, or let the kids enjoy the inflatable games. From fresh fruit to homemade pies and blueberry jams, the farm's shop will delight your taste buds. And for a touch of countryside charm, make sure to visit the farm's friendly horses and hens.
Pumpkin Picking on Montreal's South Shore, Montérégie and Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot
560Avenue 69e, Ouest-de-l'Île, J0P 1Z0
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 45 minutes
Welcome to Citrouilleville, a magical destination for an unforgettable autumn experience, open until the weekend of October 19th and 20th. More than just a pumpkin-picking spot, this village immerses you in a themed world with inflatable games, train rides, and captivating theater performances for both kids and adults. Wander through the corn maze, meet the farm animals, and explore the decorated pumpkin houses. On-site, food trucks serve up a variety of dishes, and a large tent is set up for family picnics. Make sure to capture memories in the photo booths, complete with vintage trucks and Halloween-themed decorations.
2495 Boulevard Perrot, Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, J7W 2K8
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 35 minutes
Just a few kilometers from Montreal, in Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, Ferme Quinn welcomes visitors to pick their pumpkins in a beautiful autumn setting, open until Halloween. Children will love the play area, complete with slides, a mini-maze, and tricycles, while adults can explore the shop filled with local products. During the season, the lunch counter offers pastries, light meals, and local beverages, perfect for a tasty break. Enjoy unlimited visits with a season pass and discover the farm's various harvests throughout the year.
1920, Rang St.-Simon, Mont-Saint-Hilaire, J0H 1S0
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 50 minutes
Located in Sainte-Madeleine, near Saint-Hyacinthe, Ferme La Fille du Roy offers an unforgettable autumn experience with pumpkin and squash picking. Starting in early September, the fields open up with a wide variety of squash ready to be harvested. On weekends, enjoy wood-fired pizza, perfect for an outdoor meal. Between the children's play area and a corn maze with animated trails, the farm has activities for the whole family, ensuring memorable moments surrounded by nature.
485, QC-133, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, J0J 2G0
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 40 minutes
In Sabrevois, at the heart of Montérégie, Ferme Reid is a must-visit for pumpkin picking. Pick your own pumpkins on weekdays by reservation or drop by on weekends without an appointment. With a themed corn maze, inflatable games, and a mini-farm with goats, rabbits, and more, there's fun for everyone. Kids will also love the swings and slides. For a sweet treat, the farm's silo creamery offers delicious ice cream in a rustic setting. It's the perfect family outing to create lasting memories.
30, Mtée. des Quarante-Deux, Sainte-Julie, J3E 1Y1
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 30 minutes
Located in Sainte-Julie, Labyrinthe Galaxie offers a unique autumn adventure, featuring pumpkin and squash picking every weekend until October 27th. Equipped with a wheelbarrow, explore the fields and dive into a giant corn maze. Two themed routes are available: the "Apprentice" for young families and the "Expert" for the more adventurous. The Minotaur theme adds a playful twist to the experience. Between picking, exploring, and facing challenges, it's a complete day outdoors. Take a break in the picnic area to fully enjoy the fall atmosphere, whether your journey lasts 30 minutes or 4 hours. Fun guaranteed!
Potager Mont-Rouge Halte Gourmande
154, Rang de la Montagne, Rougemont, J0L 1M0
Approximate Distance from Montreal: 40 minutes
In Rougemont, Potager Mont-Rouge Halte Gourmande invites you for a day at the farm. From mid-September to Halloween, pick your pumpkins and explore a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including apples, tomatoes, peppers, and more. The day is filled with tractor rides, a mini-farm with animals, inflatable games, a corn maze, and picnic areas. Don't miss the specialties at the farm shop, such as fresh apple juice and sweet potato doughnuts rolled in maple sugar.
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