Fall is by far my favorite season. Who doesn’t love the beautiful colors as well as pumpkin spice everything, football, and trendy fashion? There are so many fun activities that come with fall, especially in and around Des Moines.
As a mom of four, going to a pumpkin patch is always on our list, and Howell’s is our favorite. This cute pumpkin patch has it all! There are many reasons why we love Howell’s but the main reason is, it is the PERFECT size!! It is not too big but still has all the fun activities.
Howell’s Greenhouse & Pumpkin Patch
3145 Howell Court Cumming, IA
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. year-round
Admission: $18 / person or buy a pass for $40 / person
Why we love Howells
- Tons of shade
- Not a far drive – just 10 miles south of Des Moines
- So many activities
- Great for all ages
- Best of all?! The baby goat cuddling (May to September)
- Cutest gift shop with unique items
- Fun year-round
- Dottie, the farm dog
Some of our favorite activities are:
- Wagon rides (wheelchair assessable)
- Corn maze
- Jump pad
- Mud pies
- Hamster wheels
- Plinko
- Baby bunnies
- Our favorite… The bathtub train
- Corn pit
- Large slides
Insider tips:
- buy tickets online & save money
- food is available for purchase, but we always pack a picnic
