Denver Downs Farm With Kids: Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Near Greenville, SC (2026 Guide)
If you're looking for a fall farm day in the Upstate, Denver Downs Farm in Anderson is one of the easiest picks around. It's much more than a corn maze and pumpkin patch: there are farm animals, a zipline, big slides, play areas, pig races, live weekend entertainment, bonfires, and plenty of fall treats. There are more than 30 attractions, and most of them are included with your ticket.
We went with a big family group of 10 since everyone was in town for the weekend, and it was another easy, fun fall day with the kids. Here's everything you need to know before you go, from hours and tickets to what's included, what costs extra, and our tips.
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Denver Downs at a Glance
Address: 1515 Denver Road, Anderson, SC 29625
Distance from Greenville: About 45 minutes
Season: Fall Festival on select dates, September 25 to November 14, 2026
Open: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (plus November 2 and 3)
Tickets: About $27 per person online, including the booking fee. Buying online saves a few dollars versus the gate.
Free ages: Kids 2 and under get in free.
Dogs: Welcome on a leash, with a $10 fee per dog
Phone: (864) 556-3394
Dates, hours, and prices are as of fall 2026 and can change, so check Denver Downs' website before you go.
Fall Festival Dates and Hours
The 2026 Fall Festival runs on select dates from September 25 to November 14.
September and October
Friday: 5 PM to 10 PM
Saturday: 10 AM to 10 PM
Sunday: 12 PM to 6 PM
November
Friday: 5 PM to 9 PM
Saturday: 10 AM to 9 PM
Sunday: 12 PM to 6 PM
November 2 and 3: 11 AM to 4 PM
Special events
Flower Fest (September 25 to 27): Fields of blooming zinnias and sunflowers kick off the season.
Pumpkin Nights (Fridays and Saturdays in October): Walk the Pumpkin Nights Trail through the candy corn forest, with lighted photo ops.
Firework Nights (Saturdays in October): Fireworks close out the night.
If you have little ones with early bedtimes, Saturday or Sunday daytime is the easier choice. If you want fireworks or the Pumpkin Nights trail, plan an October evening visit.
Tickets: Buy Online to Save
General admission is about $27 per person when you buy online (including the booking fee), and it's a few dollars more at the gate. Kids 2 and under are free. Your ticket covers most of the activities on the farm, and a season pass is also available if you plan to go more than once.
We bought our tickets online ahead of time. It saved a few dollars per person and was easy to do. A few things we learned buying for a group of 10:
You get one QR code for the whole group. When we arrived, the staff member scanning our code checked off the names of everyone who was there and unchecked the people who weren't there yet.
Late arrivals can use a screenshot. We sent the QR code to the rest of our group, and they scanned in with a screenshot when they got there.
Sign the waivers ahead of time. Waivers are emailed to you after you buy. The group check-in only works if everyone's waiver is signed, so fill them out for your whole group before you go.
What's Included and What Costs Extra
Included with admission
General admission covers more than 30 attractions, including:
Corn maze
Zipline
Mega slide
Obstacle course and big tunnel slide
Giant rollers
Tractor tire playground
Jumping pillow
Pig racing
Duck races
Petting zoo and farm animals
Giant tricycles
Cow train
Flower fields
Live weekend entertainment
Some activities have height or age requirements, like the slide and the zipline.
Costs extra
Pumpkins: Big pumpkins are priced by the pound. Pick the ones you want, and they'll weigh them and charge you. Smaller gourds and pie pumpkins have a flat price.
Paintball shooting: An extra fee for a set number of paintballs.
Food and treats: See the food section below.
Reserved bonfires: About $124 including the booking fee, for up to 10 people. See below.
Dogs: $10 per dog.
Bonfires
On Friday and Saturday nights, Denver Downs lights bonfires near the main stage shortly after sunset (except opening weekend), weather permitting. Most of the 15 or so fire spots are first come, first served, and they fill up. To guarantee one, you can reserve a bonfire for up to 10 people from 6 to 10 PM. Reserve by noon on the Thursday before your visit, and arrive by 6:30 PM or your spot may be given away. Everyone still needs general admission, reservations are non-refundable, and s'mores kits are sold on site.
Food: Funnel Cakes, Kettle Corn, and S'mores
Denver Downs has six concession areas spread around the farm: the Kettle Corn Barn, the Silo Canteen, Barnyard BBQ in the Picnic Barn, the Sweet Shack, the Corn Dog Shack, and the Funnel Cake Barn. Treats include s'mores, funnel cake, cotton candy, fresh lemonade, and kettle corn. There are drinks for the grown-ups too, like the apple mimosas some of our group tried and liked.
Visiting Denver Downs Gluten-Free
Most of the treats here, like funnel cakes and corn dogs, aren't gluten-free. Here's what worked for us:
Bring your own snacks. Snacks are allowed inside, so it's easy to pack safe options for gluten-free kids.
Try the lemonade. We loved the fresh lemonade.
Ask about the kettle corn. We had the kettle corn, but check the ingredients and how it's made before eating it if you're gluten-free.
Our Visit: A Rain-Free Saturday Morning
We arrived at 10 AM on a Saturday with rain in the forecast. Lucky for us, it never showed up, and we think the forecast helped keep the crowds down. One heads-up: a sign at the entrance says there are no refunds for weather, so check the forecast before you buy.
You enter through the gift shop. If you need to run back to your car (like we did for a forgotten water bottle), they'll stamp your hand on the way out, and you show the stamp to get back in.
The kids had a blast. The zipline was probably the highlight. The mega slide was fun too, but the kids have to drag their tubes back to the top each time, and after a few runs it got tiring for them. They also loved the play areas, especially the obstacle course, the jumping pillow and the big tunnel slide, and we all enjoyed watching the pig races, which run at different times throughout the day.
Jackson's favorite moment was picking out his "grumpy pumpkin," named for all the bumps and lumps on it. He proudly set it on our porch as soon as we got home.
We left around 1 PM and still didn't get to everything. We ran out of time for the corn maze this year, but we've done it in years past. It's challenging, but there have been clues and a map to help you find your way. The kids were exhausted but had so much fun they didn't want to leave, and we're already planning to come back later this fall.
Tips for Visiting Denver Downs With Kids
Buy tickets online. It saves a few dollars per person, and one QR code covers your whole group.
Sign waivers before you go. They're emailed after you buy, and group check-in goes faster when everyone's done.
Check the forecast. There are no weather refunds, but a rainy forecast can mean lighter crowds if the rain holds off.
Arrive early on Saturdays. We got there at 10 AM, stayed about three hours, and still didn’t get to everything.
Hang on to your hand stamp. It's how you get back in if you leave for the car.
Strollers work fine. We had a baby in a stroller in our group. You're pushing over grass and some gravel, but it's manageable, and it's a great place to stash water bottles, jackets, and snacks.
Bring snacks and a diaper bag. Both are allowed inside.
Wear shoes that can get dirty. You're on a working farm with a corn maze and animal areas.
Bring hand sanitizer or wipes. You'll use them after the petting zoo and before snacks.
Save the pumpkin for last. Buy it on the way out so you don't have to carry it around the farm.
Bringing the dog? Dogs are welcome on a leash for $10 each. We'd make sure your dog is comfortable with crowds, farm animals, and lots of kids first.
Is Denver Downs Worth It?
Absolutely. We've seen people say the ticket price is steep, but with everything included, we think it's very reasonable. There's so much to do that even on busy days it doesn't feel too crowded, and the farm is well staffed, so lines for activities move quickly. We got lucky with lighter crowds this year, but we'd happily go back on a busy day too.
Where to Stay Near Denver Downs
Denver Downs is an easy day trip from Greenville, so if you're coming from out of town, downtown Greenville makes a great home base for a fall weekend. Here are our top family-friendly Greenville picks, and you’ll find more details on each in our Sky Top Orchard guide.
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Where to Stay for Denver Downs
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Denver Downs FAQ
When is the Denver Downs Fall Festival?
Select dates from September 25 to November 14, 2026, mostly on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
How much are Denver Downs tickets?
About $27 per person online for fall 2026, including the booking fee, and a few dollars more at the gate. Kids 2 and under are free.
Can you buy Denver Downs tickets at the gate?
Yes, but buying online ahead of time saves a few dollars per ticket.
Can you leave and come back?
Yes. They stamp your hand when you leave, and you show the stamp to get back in.
Can you bring food and strollers into Denver Downs?
Yes. Snacks, diaper bags, and strollers are allowed inside.
Does Denver Downs have fireworks?
Yes, on Saturday nights in October.
Can you bring dogs to Denver Downs?
Yes. Dogs must stay on a leash, and there's a $10 fee per dog.
Can you buy pumpkins at Denver Downs?
Yes. Larger pumpkins are priced by the pound, and smaller gourds and pie pumpkins have a flat price.
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