Illustration of a generic family scene (The PumpkinFest at Cal Poly Pomona's Kellogg Ranch)

The PumpkinFest at Cal Poly Pomona's Kellogg Ranch

Visitors can pick out pumpkins on Pumpkin Hill, navigate large and small corn mazes, and explore a sunflower maze. Guests can meet goats and sheep at the petting farm, ride an antique tractor-pulled cow train, and take a guided hay wagon ride through the farm fields. The festival also hosts artisan craft booths, student club activities, farm demonstrations, and live musical entertainment.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Food & Drink

Festival food vendors offer food and snacks, and the farm stand sells items including pumpkin bread, honey, and other goodies.

Parking

Parking is $5 on Saturdays and Sunday. Purchase your pass when you buy your PumpkinFest tickets.

Accessibility

Limited capacity ADA Accessible parking is available in Parking Lot U, on South Campus Drive, south of Temple Avenue.

Pets

Pets are not allowed. Service dogs are allowed, but not within the Petting Farm enclosure.

Going?

Location

Kellogg Ranch · 4102 S. University Drive, Pomona, CA 91768 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and farm-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Attractions such as the Cow Train, large corn maze, and hay wagon rides close at 6 p.m.
  • Daily capacity is limited and tickets usually sell out, so purchase tickets online ahead of time.
  • Parking passes are $5 and can be purchased in advance when buying festival tickets.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Halloween at PumpkinFest on Oct. 31 features themed activities, crafts, displays, costumes, and special experiences.
  • The Cow Train has been moved and is bigger this year.
  • Cal Poly Pomona students can buy single-day tickets or season passes at the Farm Store with a Bronco ID.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with general admission?

General admission includes access to Pumpkin Hill, the Jr. Farmers Discovery Zone, live music, farm demonstrations, craft vendors, corn mazes, the sunflower maze, the cow train, the petting farm, and hay wagon rides. Pumpkins and petting farm feed cups cost extra.

Are pets permitted at the festival?

Pets are not allowed for the health and safety of the farm animals. Service dogs are allowed at the festival, but cannot enter the Petting Farm enclosure.

What payment methods can be used at PumpkinFest?

Guests can pay with major credit cards or Apple Pay, though some vendors accept cash.

Can visitors shop at the Farm Store without a festival ticket?

Visitors who only want to shop at the Farm Store can visit from 7 to 10 a.m. on festival weekends; after 10 a.m., paid PumpkinFest admission and a wristband are required.

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