Verified Fall 2026 SeasonSouth Barrington, IL (Cook County)4.7 (1890+ Google Reviews)

Goebbert's Farm & Garden Center

Name: Goebbert's Farm & Garden Center
Address: 40 W Higgins Rd, South Barrington, IL, 60010, US
Telephone: (847) 428-6727
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

Home of the Famous Pumpkin Eating Dinosaur

Visit Official Farm Website Get Driving Directions

Fall Attractions & Haunted Barn

Play Village & Family Yard

Operating DatesSeptember 12 – October 31, 2026

Admission Range$18.00 - $25.00 (Animal Land & Attractions)

Proximity42 mins (34 miles via I-90 W)

Apple Cider DonutsFresh Daily Onsite

About Goebbert's Farm & Garden Center

Goebbert's Farm in South Barrington is a landmark fall destination in Chicago's northwest suburbs. Iconic for its mechanical 20-foot pumpkin-eating dinosaur that munches and crushes real gourds every hour, the farm also features Animal Land (complete with giraffes, camels, and kangaroos), interactive magic shows, and an expansive farm market with award-winning apple cider doughnuts.

Best Suited ForKids ages 3-12 who love exotic animals, magic shows, and the iconic dinosaur spectacle.

Local Insider TipYou can visit the farm market and purchase pumpkins without buying a festival ticket if you only want gourds and bakery treats.

Verified Fall 2026 Ticket Pricing

Admission rates and package options for weekday, weekend, and holiday visits.

Ticket Category	Price	Includes / Notes
Weekday Admission	$18.00	Includes Animal Land, Pumpkin Dinosaur, Straw Maze, and Magic Show.
Weekend & Holiday	$25.00	Full festival attractions, camel rides (extra fee), and live shows.
Free Area	FREE	Garden center, pumpkin yard, and farm market require no ticket.