Pumpkin patch
Pumpkin Creek Farms
U-pick pumpkins in Sherman, Illinois
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
“On our little farm, you can pick your own in the U-pick Patch or select one that has already been picked for you.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/our-pumpkins, checked October 6, 2026
“No, Our U-Pick fields are open for the picking anytime and are not a part of our activities area.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“You can come anytime during our regular business hours when the season is open.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“These festive flowers go fast; pick yours out before they sell out in October.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/our-pumpkins, checked October 6, 2026
“Take a picture with friends or family surrounded by 200 mums in September and pumpkins in October.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“(Closed Mondays, Open Tues-Thurs 10 AM-5 PM, Fri-Sat 10 AM-6 PM, Sun Noon-6 PM)”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Season Pass: only $30 each (on sale till Sept 11th) with unlimited uses through our 2026 season!”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org, checked October 6, 2026
“Weekends: $15 each (Sat, Sun)”
“Weekdays: $10 each (Tues - Fri)”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org, checked October 6, 2026
“$8 Admission”
“$12 Admission”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/advance-tickets, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Service dogs will need to be wearing appropriate identification, and paperwork must be provided upon entering the farm.”
“Our insurance provider has asked us only to allow service animals to visit the farm for the safety of both your pet and our other guests.”
“If you do have a service animal, please bring paperwork with you when picking up your admission tickets or season passes.”
“You do not need a reservation; in fact, we do not take reservations.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“You will need one season pass per person.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/product-page/season-pass-admit-1, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“We recommend drinking plenty of liquids before entering the Corn Maze.”
“Pets are not allowed on the farm for their safety and for the benefit of our petting zoo animals.”
“Please be respectful of our Attractions and Petting Zoo Animals.”
“A Hay Ride and a Barrel Train drive around the property.”
Source: pumpkincreekfarms.org/faq, 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 & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
Typical Illinois seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Pumpkins: September–November. Source: University of Illinois Extension: Illinois…What’s in Season (farmers market calendars for northern and southern Illinois), read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Address
- 7392 Barclay Rd, Sherman, IL 62684Sangamon County
Besides picking
- Hayrides
- Corn maze
- Petting zoo
Pumpkin Creek Farms: questions
Does Pumpkin Creek Farms have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "On our little farm, you can pick your own in the U-pick Patch or select one that has already been picked for you."