Pumpkin patch
Kelkenberg Farm
U-pick pumpkins in Clarence Center, New York
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“2026 Pumpkin Picking begins Sept. 12th!”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“The farm final day open for the season is Halloween.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/tickets, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Admission is required for all guest ages 2+, and required to enter the barnyard area or pick pumpkins.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/fall-fun, checked October 6, 2026
“The farm is filled with beautiful fall photo ops to capture family and baby photos for their first time pumpkin picking!”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
“Starting late July, 2026!”
“Our sunflower fields typically begin blooming in Late July-August (depending on the weather), and we invite you to come enjoy all the beautiful color, photo-ops, and farm fun!”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
“One pumpkin from the patch is included with each Fall admission to the farm (mid September through October 31).”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
“Get fresh air all summer long, and take beautiful photos in the sunflower blooms during our annual Sunflower Field Days!”
“Make Kelkenberg Farm your fall tradition, and visit for pumpkin picking, fresh apple cider, hot donuts, and more!”
“Join us year round for events including Egg Hunt in the spring, our Mother’s Day Fundraiser, Story Time all summer long, and Pumpkin Picking in the Fall!”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“On weekends, final admission tickets are sold no later than 4pm and the farm closes at 5pm prompt.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/fall-fun, checked October 6, 2026
“Wednesday evenings in August, Extended hours 5-8:30PM!”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
“Wednesdays in August “Sunflower Golden Hours” from 5-8:30pm.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/hours-and-directions, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Admission or a season pass is required to visit the farm and sunflower fields, butterflies are an additional cost ($8).”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Sorry, we do not allow pets or any dogs on the farm for the safety of all animals and guests.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/fall-fun, checked October 6, 2026
“Included with a season pass or regular admission ticket, admission required for all guests ages 2 and older (children and adults).”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
“No, pets are not allowed on the farm.”
“We love all animals, but for the safety of our livestock, your pet, and all of our guests, pets are not allowed to enter the farm.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
“We do have one wagon equipped with a chair lift, if you have a large group requiring assistance, please contact the farm in advance.”
“The pumpkin patch can be quite rough, and we ask you to leave all strollers at the hayride on-boarding location.”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“We will have farm animals and staff dressed in costume, and treats (maybe a few tricks too…) will be handed out at a few stations around the farm.”
“Pony Rides, Hayrides, and other farm activities available weather permitting!”
“As usual, admission for the day includes visiting all of the animals, pony rides, a hayride, and many other barnyard activities!”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/farm-events, checked October 6, 2026
“Admission includes hands on visiting with all of the animals, a pony ride for children, hayride for the entire family, the giant bounce pad (available weather depending).”
Source: kelkenbergfarm.com/tickets, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Pumpkins
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkins | U-pick | Not stated | – |
Typical New York seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Pumpkins: September–October. Source: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets: From A(pples) to Z(ucchini), your guide to New York’s produce (harvest chart), read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Address
- 9300-9390 Wolcott Rd, Clarence Center, NY 14032Erie County
Besides picking
- Hayrides
- Petting zoo
Kelkenberg Farm: questions
Does Kelkenberg Farm have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "2026 Pumpkin Picking begins Sept. 12th!"