Come Home to the Farm.

Pumpkin Farm

Dollinger Pumpkin Farm

September 28-October 30, 2013
Open Daily from 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Find your Perfect Pumpkin at the Dollinger Pumpkin Farm! Check out the Corn Maze, as well as our Petting Zoo, and other great attractions for KIDS of all ages. We have a miniature steam train, horse drawn hayrides, and lots of pumpkins! Come Home to the Farm!

Free Admission and Parking

Unlike other pumpkin farms, we let you choose your activity without making you pay full price for everything. We offer free admission and parking if you just want to visit us for a getaway in the country.

School Visits

We offer school visits for any age! Presentations include animal pelts, farm animals, play area, and other options as needed. Large Groups of 20 or more during regular business hours will be charged $4.00 per person and need to pre-arrange visits. Please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

pumpkinYes, We Have Pumpkins!!

Come and find your perfect pumpkin at the Dollinger Pumpkin Farm for carving, decorating, or making a pie. Whether you like fat ones, tall ones, round, smooth or warty, Dollinger Family Farm has the pumpkin for you. Prices vary depending on size. We also have apples, Indian Corn, gourds, squash, corn shocks, straw bales, and mini pumpkins.

Everyday Activities

zooFarm Animals & Petting Zoo

You can see a variety of farm animals at Dollinger Family Farm Petting Zoo. Cuddle with a rabbit or pet a goat. We also have sheep, pigs, a calf, turkeys, and ducks. Not to mention an observation beehive! Make sure you bring your camera!

playgroundFarm Playground 

Slide, jump, run, climb, even tumble in huge hay piles. Sail in our Pirate Ship, conquer the Castle, or climb on our Fire Truck. Adults will want to join in the fun, too!

cornmaze4-Acre Corn Maze

OPEN Every Day. Find your way out of our four-acre Corn Maze! Each year, there is a new design. You can test your navigational skills in Dollinger Family Farm's Maize Maze

Admission: $3 per person

Visit our Gift Shop!

OPEN Every Day for purchase of these wonderful items:

  • Crafts / Gifts / Toys
  • Mums
  • Gourds
  • Indian Corn
  • Corn Stalks
  • Seasonal Decorations
  • Jams and Jellies
  • Homegrown Honey
  • Caramel Apples
  • Chocolates & Candies

 

 

 

Weekend Activities

engineSteam Train Rides

Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Columbus Day: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. We have a miniature steam train for kids of all ages (adults included!).
Admission: $3 per person (Children ages 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult)

Horse-Drawn Hayrides 

Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Columbus Day: Noon-4:00 p.m. Along the ride, an interpreter tells you the stories about this historic small town of Dresden.
Admission: $6 per person

Tractor-Drawn Hayrides 

Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Columbus Day: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Similar to the horse-drawn hayrides, but a ride up the hill for a panoramic view and the farm. An interpreter tells you the stories about this historic small town of Dresden.
Admission: $6 per person

logo spookybarnFamily Spooky Barn

Open Daytime, Saturdays, and Sundays: Noon-6:00 p.m. Come see where the ghosts and goblins live. If you're very quiet, you won't wake them up. Creepy, but not gory. Appropriate for the whole family!
Admission: $5 per person

ABYSS Haunted Barn

Open Thursdays & Sundays: 7:00-10:00 p.m. / Fridays & Saturdays: 7:00-11:00 p.m.
This experience is not for the faint-of-heart. Enter if you dare!! (Sponsored by Abyss Haunts.)
Admission: $25 per person
Purchase Tickets Online at AbyssHaunts.com

facepaintingFace Painting

Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Columbus Day: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Get your face painted by local artists.
Fee: $3 per person

 

 

Help Save Pets (Saturdays Only)

Cuddle with adorable rescued pets that are available for adoption. HelpSavePets.org

Native American Exhibit (Sundays Only)

See an authentic display of Native American art.

Food, Food, Food!!

Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Columbus Day: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Eat from a variety of local vendors featuring Pizza for U®. As well as hot popcorn, hot apple cider, sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, and the World’s Best Caramel Apples!

logo Pizza for UPizza for U Menu:

  • Hamburger / Cheeseburger = $4.00 / $4.50
  • Nachos = $2.50
  • Pizza Slice = $3.00
  • Hot Dogs = $2.00
  • Poorboys = $6.00
  • Pizza Pockets = $4.00
  • Chips or Pasta Salad = $1.00
  • Brownies = $2.00
  • Eli's Cheese: Cake Chocolate Chip/ Strawberry Swirl / Plain = $3.00/slice

Online Connections to Dollingers

Facebook

"LIKE" Dollinger Farms on Facebook!! This is a great way to stay tuned with our most recent events.

Photo Blog

Check out our online photo blog. Our son takes photos throughout the year of our activities on a real working farm. Check it out!

General Information

Directions

location

  • Location: 7420 E. Hansel Rd., Channahon, IL
  • Take I-80 to Minooka Exit 122 (Ridge Rd.)
  • Go south on Ridge Rd. for 4 miles (past Rt. 6 to the end of the road)
  • Turn right on Hansel Rd.
  • Farm is down the hill on the rightside

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