Pumpkin patch
Murray Family Farms - Little Purple Barn
U-pick pumpkins in Bakersfield, California
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
“From our seasonal U-Pick family fun to our famous Bakersfield Pumpkin Patch, Murray Family Farms has a whole harvest of fun for the picking on weekends!”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“For the (second) time ever, Murray Family Farms’ Pumpkin Patch will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland , and you're invited!”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com/pumpkin-patch-2026, checked October 6, 2026
“Join us for Christmas at the Pumpkin Patch in December”
“Step into the Halloween spotlight at Murray Family Farms Pumpkin Patch for a costume contest like no other!”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com/pumpkin-patch-2026, checked October 6, 2026
“Taste the difference of locally grown, ripe fruits and vegetables.”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Weekdays, Monday - Thursday 2pm - 9pm”
“Weekends, Friday - Sunday 1pm - 10pm”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com/pumpkin-patch-2026, checked October 6, 2026
“6:00pm on Saturday and Sunday all October Long”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com/pumpkin-patch-2026, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“Meet our friendly farm animals, marvel at rare birds, and be captivated by our vast collection of unique roosters.”
“The corn maze will still be appropriate for all ages, just slightly more spooky!”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com/pumpkin-patch-2026, checked October 6, 2026
“Step into a world where rhythm and melody blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of the farm at the Murray Family Farms Musical Playground .”
“The Musical Playground is included with your admission to the Bakersfield Pumpkin Patch , making it a must-visit attraction that adds a melodic twist to your day on the farm.”
Source: murrayfamilyfarms.squarespace.com/pumpkin-patch-2026, 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 California seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Pumpkins: September–November. Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture, Planting Seeds blog: What’s in Season at U-Pick Farms Across the State? (June 24, 2026), read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Price
- General Admission $19.99 admission
- Address
- 9557 Copus Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93313Kern County
More from the farm’s website
The farm prices General Admission at $19.99 (Weekdays).
The farm prices General Admission at $21.99 (Weekends).
The farm prices Youths 2-4 Admission at $9.99 (Weekdays).
The farm prices Youths 2-4 Admission at $10.99 (Weekends).
The farm prices Super Admission at $27.99 (Weekdays).
The farm prices Super Admission at $29.99 (Weekends).
The farm lists Free Pumpkin as free (with every paid admission).
Prices
| Item | Price | Notes | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission | $19.99 admission | Weekdays | Year not stated |
| General Admission | $21.99 admission | Weekends | Year not stated |
| Youths 2-4 Admission | $9.99 admission | Weekdays | Year not stated |
| Youths 2-4 Admission | $10.99 admission | Weekends | Year not stated |
| Super Admission | $27.99 admission | Weekdays | Year not stated |
| Super Admission | $29.99 admission | Weekends | Year not stated |
| Free Pumpkin | Free admission | with every paid admission | Year not stated |
As the farm publishes them. Prices change during the season; older prices are removed.
Besides picking
- Corn maze
- Petting zoo
- Playground
Murray Family Farms - Little Purple Barn: questions
Does Murray Family Farms - Little Purple Barn have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "From our seasonal U-Pick family fun to our famous Bakersfield Pumpkin Patch, Murray Family Farms has a whole harvest of fun for the picking on weekends!"
What does it cost to visit Murray Family Farms - Little Purple Barn?
General Admission: $19.99 admission (Weekdays); General Admission: $21.99 admission (Weekends); Youths 2-4 Admission: $9.99 admission (Weekdays); Youths 2-4 Admission: $10.99 admission (Weekends). Prices as the farm publishes them; they can change during the season.