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“The Pumpkin Festival 2026 is open every Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm from September 26 - November 8 & on Fridays in October”
westernbellefarm.com, read September 18, 2026
Western Belle Farm is a family farm on Heritage Parkway in West, about 20 minutes from Waco. Its 2026 Pumpkin Festival runs from Saturday, September 26 through Sunday, November 8.
Which days is the festival open?
Saturdays and Sundays all season, plus Fridays in October and Columbus Day, Monday, October 12. Hours are 10 AM to 6 PM.
What is included?
Over 30 activities: a hayride, a 4-acre maze, apple cannons, a shaded pumpkin jump pillow, the Corn Barn, mini zip lines, a barrel train, farm animals to pet and feed, and live music. Food stands sell apple cider slushies, apple cider donuts, kettle corn, street tacos and pretzels.
Is there an evening event?
Yes. On Saturday, October 17, from 7 to 10 PM, the farm runs a flashlight maze night with a free glow stick for each guest and fireworks at 9:30 PM, weather and burn bans allowing. It is ticketed separately, and the hayride does not run that night.
Any discounts for first responders?
Active military, fire, police, EMS and nurses get free admission with a valid photo ID on October 2, 3 and 4.