DES MOINES, Iowa — Football season has begun and the air has turned crisp in central Iowa. That means fall is finally here, and there are many things people can do to enjoy all the wonderful things the season brings. Below is a list of some pumpkin patches, apple orchards, corn mazes, and fall festivals located in central Iowa.

Pumpkinville and Cornmaze

Pumpkinville and Cornmaze is celebrating 30 years of fall fun this year. Enjoy a hayrack ride out to the pumpkin patch and pick out your own pumpkin. If trekking through the fields isn’t your thing, then pick out one of the pre-picked pumpkins out front. There’s also two different corn mazes to explore, as well as a straw train, bounce houses, playground, and more. This year there will be a special celebration for Pumpkinville’s 30th anniversary on Saturday, September 20. For up-to-date information visit their Facebook page.

• Dates: Corn mazes are open August – October, while pumpkins are available September – October.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday to Saturday.
• Location: 618 Center Ave. South, Mitchellville
• Admission: General admission is free. Tickets for the large corn maze are $8 for those six years and older, while the mini maze is $1 for those three years and older.

Deal’s Orchard

Pick your own apples at this century farm while enjoying fresh apple cider or a warm apple cider donut. With over 40 acres of over 25 different varieties of apple trees you’ll be sure to find your favorite. There’s more than just apples at the farm though, there’s also a corn pool and maze, duck races, roller slide, a bubble barn, chute slide, and more. Deal’s Orchard is also hosting their 43rd annual Fall Festival the weekend of October 11-12. To learn more about the orchard and events visit their website.

• Dates: Open daily weather permitting. Check out their Facebook page for weather closings.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Location: 1102 244th Street, Jefferson
• Admission: There is no admission charge for the Apple Barn, pumpkin patch, or weekend hayrides. There is an admission charge for Apple Acres, which is $12.95 ages 3-64 when purchasing online.

Center Grove Orchard

Slide down a combine, jump on a pillow or participate in a tractor pull at Center Grove Orchard. If you’re looking for traditional fall activities, you can also pick your own pumpkins and apples or explore a corn maze. Center Grove will also be holding a Pumpkin Fest the weekend of October 18-19. To learn more about all the activities offered, visit their website.

• Dates: August 30 – November 2.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday to Monday
• Location: 32835 610th Ave. Cambridge
• Admission: Tickets start at $15.95

Wilson’s Orchard & Farm

Wilson’s Orchard opened up a couple years ago just southwest of Des Moines offering U-pick produce and flowers and a farm-to-table restaurant. The team at the orchard are continuing to provide fall fun for the community. Visitors can pick their own apples, explore a corn maze, or enjoy a tractor ride on the weekends, weather permitting. Visit Wilson’s Orchard & Farm’s Facebook page for updates.

• Dates: Wednesday to Sunday
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday through Sunday.
• Location: 3201 15th Ave., Cumming
• Admission: Ticket packages start at $21 for apple picking and $6 for the farmyard. For more information on admission prices and packages visit their Facebook page.

Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch

Wagon rides, a corn maze, a bathtub train, goats, a pumpkin canon, haybale characters, and more awaits at this sixth-generation family farm. Recent additions include an obstacle course and paintball range. You can also, of course, pick out your own pumpkins from the pumpkin patch.

• Dates: September 6 – November 1
• Hours: Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Location: 3145 Howell Court, Cumming
• Admission: Tickets can be purchased online for $14 or at the gate for $18. Senior and military discounts are available at the gate. For more information add-ons visit their website.

Wills Family Orchard

Pick your own apples and pumpkins at this 65-acre farm in rural Dallas County. This family farm also offers hay rides, a corn maze, and their Fields of Fun play area. The Wills Family Orchard also offers apple cider, and fresh cider donuts, caramel apples, and apple pie. Check out their Facebook page for up to date information about apple and pumpkin picking availability.

• Dates: September 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, and 28. October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, and 26.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. Noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays
• Location: 33130 Panther Creek Road, Adel
• Admission: There is no fee to enter the farm. An Activity Pass is required to participate in activities like the Fields of Fun, corn maze, and hayride. Passes cost $11 plus tax.

Iowa Orchard

The Iowa Orchard has two locations in central Iowa. If you’re looking to pick your own apples, you can do so at the Granger location in September. But, if you’re looking to do more than just apple-picking, visit their Urbandale location where they have a pumpkin patch and Family Fun Zone. You can also pick up a homemade pie from the Urbandale orchard. For more information visit their website.

• Dates: Apple picking at Granger orchard is Labor Day weekend to September 21. Apple picking begins at the Urbandale orchard on September 22. Pumpkin Patch and Family Fun Zone open late September through Halloween.
• Hours: Granger apple picking available Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Urbandale picking hours will be released at a later date. Pumpkin Patch hours will be Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the Family Fun Zone hours being Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Location: Granger orchard – 13140 NW 102nd Ave., Granger. Urbandale orchard – 9875 Meredith Drive, Urbandale.
• Admission: $5

Fall Festivals

Beaverdale Fall Festival

• Dates: September 19-20
• Location: Downtown Beaverdale
• Admission: Free
• Website: fallfestival.org

Living History Farms Applefest

• Dates: September 27 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Location: 11121 Hickman Road, Urbandale
• Admission: General Museum Admission tickets. $20 for those 13 and older. $15 for children ages two to 12.
• Website: lhf.org

Polk City Fall Fest

• Dates: October 4 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Location: Town Square
• Admission: Free
• Website: gopolkcity.com

Madison County Covered Bridge Festival

• Dates: October 11 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and October 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Winterset town square
• Admission: $3 per ticket or two tickets for $5. Children under 11 are free.
• Facebook Page: Madison County Covered Bridge Festival

Windsor Heights Fall Festival

• Dates: October 3 at 9 a.m. to October 4 at 10 p.m.
• Location: Colby Park
• Admission: Free
• Website: windsorheights.org

If you know of a pumpkin patch, orchard, or fall festival that’s located in central Iowa and is not on the list you can email the name of the location or festival to digital@whotv.com.