🎃 5th Annual Pony Pumpkin Patch Moves to November in Dunlap – Two Saturdays of Fall Farm Fun

Tennessee Dude & Guest Ranch – Dunlap, Tennessee is shifting its beloved harvest celebration to cooler autumn weather, bringing the Pony Pumpkin Patch to the first two Saturdays in November for the first time. The move reflects a growing trend among Sequatchie Valley family attractions to extend fall activities beyond the October rush, giving locals and visitors more chances to experience traditional farm life and seasonal fun.

🗓️ When It Happens

The 5th Annual Pony Pumpkin Patch will take place on November 7 and November 14, 2026. The ranch chose these dates to take advantage of cooler temperatures, crisp autumn air, and beautiful fall colors while avoiding the crowded October festival calendar.

📍 Where to Go

The event is held at Tennessee Dude & Guest Ranch – Dunlap, Tennessee in Dunlap. Call (423) 903-RIDE for more information.

✨ What You’ll Experience

Your ticket includes a full day of ranch-style activities for the whole family. 🚜 Hayrides take you down to the pumpkin patch, where you can pick your own. 🐴 Pony rides let kids (and kids at heart) saddle up for a true cowboy experience. You’ll also get hands-on chances to milk a real dairy cow, shuck corn, roll oats, and grind wheat – connecting families to old-fashioned harvest traditions. 🐐 Visits with friendly farm animals, country games, and festive fall photo opportunities round out the day. 🔥 As the afternoon winds down, gather around the campfire for s’mores and good company.

🍔 Chuckwagon food will be available for purchase, so you can refuel between activities without leaving the ranch.

🎟️ How to Attend

Tickets are available online at the ranch’s website. The post encourages visitors to buy tickets in advance rather than waiting until the last minute to secure your spot. For ticket information and to reserve your family’s place, visit the ranch’s online ticketing page or call (423) 903-RIDE.

💡 Why Go

Whether you’re introducing young cowboys and cowgirls to pony rides for the first time, sharing old-fashioned harvest activities with your family, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend a fall Saturday together, the Pony Pumpkin Patch offers something for every age. The ranch’s focus on hands-on learning and genuine farm experiences – milking cows, grinding wheat, riding ponies – sets this event apart from typical fall festivals. It’s a chance to slow down, connect with the land, and create lasting family memories in the heart of the Sequatchie Valley.

Gather your family, invite your friends, grab those cowboy boots, and mark your calendar for November 7 or 14. 🐴🎃 The Pony Pumpkin Patch is where fall harvest meets cowboy country – and you won’t want to miss it.