We spent a fall day at Greendale Acres in Chilliwack. The farm opened Canada’s first corn maze in 1999, and the thought that goes into the place shows. There are pumpkins stacked on vintage tractors, a whole barn wall of heirloom squash, and cute touches around every corner. There’s also a lot to do. There’s something to keep kids busy around every corner.
Here’s what we loved, what could be better, and everything you need to plan your visit. The pumpkin patch is open until October 31.
When & Where
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Pumpkin patch & corn maze | Open now through Oct 31, 2026 |
| Farm season ends | Sun Nov 1 (Bonfire Party – Farewell to Fall) |
| October hours | Mon–Tue 2–8 p.m. · Wed–Fri 2–9 p.m. · Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m. · Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. |
| Location | 41905 Yale Road West, Chilliwack (Highway 1, exit 109) |
| Dogs | Welcome on a leash |
Special hours:
- Thanksgiving: Sun Oct 11 & Mon Oct 12, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
- Pro-D Day / Grandparents Day: Fri Oct 23, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Halloween: Sat Oct 31, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Last day: Sun Nov 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Check the official hours page before you go.
Tickets: Buy Online and Save
One day ticket covers the whole farm: the corn maze, the pumpkin patch, the play areas and the regular fall events. The sign at the gate even says “Buy online and save,” and it’s right.
| October day pass | Online | At the door |
|---|---|---|
| Mon–Fri | $17 | $20 |
| Sat, Sun & holidays | $22 | $25 |
| Ages 2 & under, 75+ | Free | Free |
- Weekends and holidays: the farm strongly recommends booking online to guarantee your spot.
- Not included: pumpkins, the train ride, food and U-pick flowers all cost extra (see below).
- Accessibility rate: if you’re the parent, caretaker or support worker of a guest with a disability, the guest pays and you get in free (2-for-1). Bring an ID or BC Access Card if you have one.
- Membership: $65 per person covers unlimited visits for 365 days.
Buy tickets on the Greendale Acres site.
The Corn Maze: The Main Event
The corn maze is the reason to come. The farm has made a different design every year since 1999, and this year’s is called “Got Corn?” You can pick a short or long route. Kids answer corn trivia to earn clues, and QR codes give hints if you get stuck. The farm says the maze is stroller accessible.
Got a competitive crew? Try Race the Maze. Scan a QR code at the start, at each checkpoint and at the exit, and your time goes on a season leaderboard. It all works with your phone camera, so there’s no app to download.
Hayride vs. Train: Which One?
The corn ride (hayride) is free. A tractor pulls a covered wagon on a big loop near the corn maze. The day we visited, the sign said rides left every 10 minutes starting at 10:00, with the last ride at 5:45. The farm says weekend wagon rides are included with admission.
The Greendale Express train costs extra. It’s a smaller loop that takes under 5 minutes. The chalkboard said $3 for one ride or $5 for unlimited rides, with the last ride at 5:45 p.m., and kids must be 9 or older to ride alone. The admission sign says kids 2 and under ride free. Our favourite part: the conductor stops at each row and asks if you’d like him to take your photo.
Our take: do the hayride for the views, and if your little ones love trains, get the $5 unlimited pass. Two rides already makes it worth it.
What Kids Will Love
There’s a lot to play on. These were the highlights:
- Tricycle race track: a big tire-lined loop with trikes. It was fun for kids of all ages.
- Corn sandbox: it’s filled with corn kernels instead of sand, with giant tires and ride-on diggers. It was just as fun as a sandbox, and there was much less to shake out of shoes and pockets afterwards.
- Hay bale maze: it’s inside the barn, with stacked bales to climb and a slide. It was a lot of fun.
- Big activity area: there’s a huge jumping pillow (no shoes, no food, kids must be supervised), tossing games like bean bag toss, and an obstacle course with tube slides.
- Indoor barn games: we spotted giant Connect Four, ride-on toy cars and a wooden train table.
Farm Animals (Look, Don’t Feed)
You’ll meet chickens, roosters, a llama and more. Please don’t feed the animals. One thing we hadn’t seen at other farms is horse tail braiding: a wall of cartoon horses with real-hair tails that kids can practise braiding.
Fire Pits & S’mores
There are community fire pits that anyone can use, and private fire pits you can book, either at admissions or through the farm’s Groups page. You can roast your own s’mores or hot dogs over the fire.
The Greendale Grill sells a S’mores Kit for $10 that makes 4 s’mores. The farm allows outside food, but not restaurant takeout, alcohol, or BBQs or camp stoves. We couldn’t confirm whether bringing your own s’mores supplies or hot dogs for the fire pits is OK, so check with the farm before you pack them.
Food: Get the Pizza
The food was okay. The flatbread pizza was the best thing we ate, mainly because it came out hot. The smokie was a bit of a letdown: the sausage was hot but the bun was cold. Twenty seconds on the grill would fix that.
Prices from the Greendale Grill menu board on Oct 10, 2026:
- Grilled goods: Farm Smokey $16.50, Smokey $9.50, Hot Dog $5.50, Veggie Dog $9, Corn Dog $5, Foot Long $17
- Flatbread pizzas: Farm Style $17.50, Pepperoni $13, Cheese $11
- Chili: Classic Chili $8.50, Farm Chili $15.50
- Snacks: kettle corn or caramel corn $5.50; mini donuts, bucket of 25 $17.50 or bag of 10 $7.50; s’mores kit $10
- Drinks: hot chocolate $4.50 (whip +$0.50), Trick or Treat Hot Chocolate $6, hot apple cider $5.50, pumpkin spice coffee $6.25, coffee or tea $3.50, slushy $4.50, pop $3
There’s a large picnic area with umbrellas and a few Adirondack chairs if you want to sit down and eat.
Pumpkins & Flowers
Pick your own pumpkin in the patch, and you’ll pay for it by size. The sign we saw listed mini pumpkins and gourds at $3.50, then $6, $8, $10 and $12 by size, and $15+ for larger ones. The heirloom bins (Cinderella, Porcelain Doll, Moonshine, Hot Chocolate and more) were priced from about $4 to $15.
U-pick flowers are still going: $10 for a mason jar or $25 for a vase, with sunflowers included. You pay at the Farm Shop.
What We Loved / What Could Be Better
What we loved
- A thoughtful farm with lovely decorations everywhere you look
- Tons to play on, for toddlers right up to big kids
- A new corn maze design every year, which is the real draw
- A free hayride, and a train conductor who offers to take your photo
- Unique touches like horse tail braiding and the corn sandbox
- Fire pits for s’mores to end the day
What could be better
- Food was hit and miss. The pizza was great, but our smokie came with a cold bun.
- Staff were mostly friendly. One staff member turned away mid-conversation, though they may just have been busy.
- The extras add up. Pumpkins, the train, food and flowers are all extra, so set a budget.
Parent Tips
- Buy tickets online. It’s $3 cheaper per person, and it guarantees your spot on weekends.
- Get the $5 train pass if your kids will want more than one ride.
- Check the ride times. On our visit, the last hayride and train both left at 5:45 p.m.
- Planning s’mores? The $10 kit is easy. If you’d rather bring your own supplies, check with the farm first.
- Order the pizza. Hot, cheesy and the best thing on the menu.
- Dress for mud and gravel. Wear boots and a warm layer, and bring a wagon or stroller for little ones.
- Weekdays are calmer and cheaper, but they don’t open until 2 p.m.
FAQ
When is the Greendale Acres pumpkin patch open in 2026?
The pumpkin patch runs until Oct 31, and the farm’s last day is Sun Nov 1.
How much are tickets?
In October, weekday tickets are $17 online or $20 at the door, and weekend and holiday tickets are $22 online or $25 at the door. Kids 2 and under and adults 75+ get in free.
Is the hayride free?
Yes. The corn ride is included with admission. The Greendale Express train is extra: $3 a ride or $5 for unlimited rides.
Are pumpkins included?
No. They’re priced by size, from $3.50 for minis to $15+ for the biggest ones.
Can we roast s’mores?
Yes, at the community fire pits or a private one you’ve booked. The Grill sells a $10 s’mores kit. Check with the farm if you want to bring your own supplies.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome on a leash.
Is there a night or flashlight maze?
We didn’t see one listed for 2026. The farm is open until 9 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday in October, so you can still finish the maze around dusk.
Practical Info
| Address | 41905 Yale Road West, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4J4 |
| Season | To Oct 31 (pumpkin patch and maze); farm open to Nov 1, 2026 |
| October hours | Mon–Tue 2–8 · Wed–Fri 2–9 · Sat 10–9 · Sun 10–6 |
| Tickets | Weekday $17 online/$20 door; weekend/holiday $22/$25; 2 & under and 75+ free |
| Extras | Train $3 or $5 unlimited; pumpkins $3.50–$15+; U-pick flowers $10/$25; s’mores kit $10 |
| Dogs | Yes, on leash |
| Food | Greendale Grill on site; outside food OK (no restaurant takeout, alcohol or BBQs) |
| Parking | Not confirmed on the official site |
| Website | greendaleacres.ca |
Sources
- Our visit on Sat Oct 10, 2026, including photos of on-site signs (admission, train, corn ride, Grill menu, pumpkin and flower prices)
- Greendale Acres – Plan Your Visit: https://www.greendaleacres.ca/pages/plan-your-visit
- Greendale Acres – Pumpkin Patch: https://www.greendaleacres.ca/pages/pumpkin-patch-chilliwack
- Greendale Acres – Events: https://www.greendaleacres.ca/pages/events-on-the-farm
- Greendale Acres – Corn Maze: https://www.greendaleacres.ca/pages/corn-maze
- Greendale Acres – Race the Maze: https://www.greendaleacres.ca/pages/race-the-maze
- Greendale Acres – Food policy: https://www.greendaleacres.ca/pages/food
