34th Annual Pumpkin Festival at Hunsader Farms
- "My favorite event every year! Love Hunsader Farms" - Reds S.
- "Cant wait to participate in this again! My family and I had a blast last year" - Lesley R.
- "Been going for years 🎃❤️" Melissa S.
Fall in Florida doesn’t always come with crisp breezes and changing leaves, but for families in Bradenton, it arrives with pumpkins, hayrides, and festival laughter. This October, Hunsader Farms is set to host its 34th Annual Pumpkin Festival, bringing back one of the area’s most anticipated traditions — a celebration that mixes small-town charm with big smiles and the feeling of community.
🎃 Festival Dates, Times, and Admission
- Dates: October 11–12, 18–19, and 25–26, 2025
- Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily
- Admission: Ages 10+ $15 | Ages 5–9 $5 | Under 5 Free | Parking $5 (cash only)
- Location: 5500 C.R. 675, Bradenton, FL
Tickets are not sold in advance — entry is cash at the gate, keeping things simple and welcoming.
🌾 Attractions and Entertainment
The Pumpkin Festival is designed for everyone. Families can explore the craft show, browse local vendors, and watch live music. Kids will love the hayrides, pony rides, Tiny Town, barnyard playground, petting zoo, and scarecrow displays.
For a small fee, extras like the corn maze and the big train ride add even more adventure.
Big shows are part of the tradition, too:
- The Fearless Flores motorcycle stunt team
- BMX trick shows
- Monster Truck thrills
- The famous Pumpkin Cannon, firing pumpkins across the fields
- Costume contests for kids and dogs, plus trick-or-treating on the final Sunday
Stay for the Weekend
For families who want to stretch the magic into more than a day, Hunsader offers on-site camping. With RV sites, tent camping, or unique stays like silos and wagons, it’s a way to wake up right in the heart of the festival grounds. Admission is included for registered campers, making it a full fall getaway.
Why Families Love It
For many, this festival has become an autumn tradition. One Sarasota mom shared, “We love the pumpkins. We love all the games. We just love the overall vibe.” Her kids raved about the food, especially roasted corn and funnel cakes, and the joy of playing festival games surrounded by music.
It’s the kind of event where kids can run free, parents can relax, and everyone leaves with memories — and maybe a pumpkin or two for the porch.
A Tradition That Grows Stronger
The Pumpkin Festival is more than a place to buy pumpkins. It’s about community, tradition, and the simple joys that come with slowing down to celebrate the season. Every smile, every painted face, every family photo in the pumpkin patch is proof of why people keep coming back year after year.
If you’re searching for a little piece of fall magic in Florida, you’ll find it at Hunsader Farms.
