2025 Lafayette and Acadiana Pumpkin Patch Guide for Families

(99.9 KTDY) - From now through Halloween, families will be venturing into beautiful pumpkin patches all around Lafayette and the surrounding areas, not only to get pumpkins but to take pictures.

Evidence of pumpkins being used as a food source in North America dates back approximately 7,500 years, according to Global Produce Sales. Those living in Mexico and the surrounding areas used pumpkins as a food source and for storage.

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In colonial America, pumpkins and other gourds were also harvested as food sources. When Irish immigrants came to America, they brought with them their tradition of carving gourds and pumpkins into Jack-o-lanterns.

Now, many families visit local pumpkin patches to select their pumpkins for carving and to take family photos.

Parc De Oaks Pumpkin Patch

The Parc De Oaks Pumpkin Patch will be held for 3 days in October. They are located at 3302 Moss Street.

The big weekend celebration for the Parc De Oaks Pumpkin Patch will take place from October 10 to October 12, October 17 to October 19, and October 24 to October 26.

Visiting the Parc De Oaks Pumpkin Patch is free of charge. The pumpkin patch will be open from 4 to 7 p.m. on Fridays. The hours of operation on Saturdays are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 am to 5 p.m.

The organizers say there will be plenty of family-friendly activities, but as parking is limited, they are asking people to carpool. You can find out more information about their events by visiting the Parc De Oaks Pumpkin Patch Facebook page.

Youngsville Community Church Pumpkin Patch

The Youngsville Community Church is holding its 2nd annual Pumpkin Patch from Monday, September 29, through October 31. It's free to get in, and there will be more than 1,000 pumpkins to choose from.

You can find out more information by visiting the Youngsville Community Church Facebook page. The church is located at 4129 Verot School Road.

At the pumpkin patch, they offer multiple areas for taking photos. They are open Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

6th Annual Loreauville Community Project Pumpkin Patch

The 6th Annual Loreauville Community Project Pumpkin Patch will be held Thursday, October 9, through Saturday, October 11, at Loreauville Park at 601 Ed Broussard Road.

The free entry event will feature multiple photo opportunities for families.

Thursday, October 9, and Friday, October 10, hours will be from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Hours for Saturday, October 11, are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The event will also include fall festival games, pumpkins for purchase, fall flowers, and more.

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Breaux Bridge Area Chamber of Commerce 2025 Pumpkin Patch

The Breaux Bridge Area Chamber of Commerce 2025 Pumpkin Patch will be held on Saturday, October 11, at Veterans' Park.

The park is located at 222 Berard Street in Breaux Bridge. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Admission to this event is free. There will be items for purchase, and the event is cash-only.

Event Details: Join us for our 2024 BBACC Pumpkin Patch! We will have Pumpkins, Arts & crafts, Face Painting, Food, Vendor booths, and more! Gather the family and come have a fabulous time!

How to Pick a Pumpkin for Carving

If you get a photo at one of the free photo op pumpkin patch locations, you may decide to buy a pumpkin for the kids to carve. How do you know which pumpkin you should choose for the best carving? Check out this video from USA Today.

100 Easy Ideas for Pumpkin Carving

After you have picked out the perfect pumpkin to carve, here are some easy-to-follow ideas for carving.