HAYDEN EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Hayden’s Great Pumpkin Patch: A Fall Field of Slides, Trains and Petting-Zoo Smiles
Seasonal admission gives kids and adults access to rides, inflatables, a petting zoo and farm-fresh treats—this guide explains what’s included, hours, and on-site add-ons.
Hayden’s Great Pumpkin Patch: A Fall Field of Slides, Trains and Petting-Zoo Smiles.
Set in Hayden, Alabama, the Great Pumpkin Patch is a family-centered fall event built around a renovated inflatable park, a new train and wagon rides out to pumpkins, and a petting zoo—alongside local food vendors and a country store that together create a lively, affordable harvest-day experience.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
New Inflatable Park and Slides
A recently renovated inflatable area features a Great Jumpin' Pumpkin, a large Super Slide and a smaller slide for younger visitors, plus a Bungee Run that draws laughs and friendly competitions.
Petting Zoo and Wagon Rides
The petting zoo offers safe, close-up animal encounters for all ages, while new wagons take visitors out to pick-your-own pumpkins—both included with admission armbands.
Train, Country Store and Local Fare
An all-new train loops the pumpkin patch for memorable photos; meanwhile the Country Store, Red Barn Kitchen and Pie House supply local goods and seasonal treats to round out the day.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
A family-friendly fall outing unfolds here as kids race between inflatables, slide down the Super Slide, board the patch train for photo stops and chase animals at the petting zoo; armbands issued at check-in grant recurring access to included activities and a pumpkin to take home.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits—and who should take note.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Fall hours run from late September through early November; check operating dates and daily opening hours before you go.
Last admission is allowed up to 30 minutes before closing; tickets include an armband at check-in that identifies included activities.
Bring your ticket or be prepared to purchase on arrival; armbands are issued at check‑in and cover the activities listed for kids and adults.
Bungee jumping is available on weekends for an extra charge on site; add-ons accept cash, CashApp and Venmo—advance payment is not accepted for these extras.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What do admission tickets include?
Tickets and the issued armband cover admission and include one pumpkin; kids' and adults' armbands have different included activities.
What is included on a kid’s armband?
Kids' armbands include the wagon ride with a pumpkin, the inflatable park (including jumping pumpkin pad and slides), playground access and the petting zoo; inflatables and the zoo may be used repeatedly.
What does an adult armband include?
Adult armbands include a wagon ride with a pumpkin and access to the petting zoo; adults are not allowed in the inflatable park for safety reasons.
When is the patch open?
The fall operating window runs September 27 through November 2; daily hours vary by weekday and weekend—confirm specific opening and closing times before visiting.
Are there extra-cost activities on site?
Yes—bungee jumping is available on weekends for an additional $10 and is paid for on-site only; the operator accepts cash, CashApp and Venmo for these purchases.
What payment methods are accepted for add-ons?
On-site add-ons such as bungee jumping accept cash, CashApp and Venmo; those extras cannot be paid for in advance.