Beltane Ranch: The Patch kicks off Sunday, October 4, 11am-6pm. Choose from 9 varieties of heirloom pumpkins on the vine, hay maze, food truck, estate wine and craft beer, photo cutouts, sunset lounges, farm animals, ranch tours, live sunflower wall, farm goods, and more! Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday through October 31. Reserve online. 11775 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen.

Chiatri de Laguna Farm: Farmer Wendy's U-pick pumpkin patch is now open! Stop by Saturdays, 10am–12pm, through October 17; or shop from the farm stand Saturdays 10am–2pm. 4993 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa.

Deep Roots Farm: Visit the pumpkin patch Wednesday through Sundays through October, 10am–5pm, for pumpkins, tractor rides, petting zoo, play area, picnic area, and plenty of seasonal bounty from the farm. No reservations needed. 7000 Petaluma Hill Road, Penngrove.

Larson Family Winery: The Pumpkin Patch is back, bigger and better than ever, starting October 1! Enjoy wines as you stroll through the Pumpkin Patch and pick out your perfect pumpkin. As you make your way through the patch, follow the “Gourd Walk” into a grassy area surrounded by the vineyards, creating the perfect backdrop for fall family photos. 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma.

Oak Hill Farm: Head to Glen Ellen Saturday, October 3, 11am–5pm, for Pumpkin Day! Pumpkins & winter squash galore, the firing of the famous pumpkin trebuchet, apple pressing, local food vendors, live music, and farm-fresh produce and pantry items at the Red Barn Store. Free admission. Red Barn also open for pumpkins, gourds, and winter squash Wednesdays 3–7pm; Saturdays 9am–3pm. 15101 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen.

Preston Farm & Winery: Come grab your decorative gourds, Halloween carving pumpkins, edible winter squash, and more on the farm. There's plenty on the Farm Store porch and more in the pumpkin patch in the greenhouse if you feel like picking them yourself! Open daily 10am–4pm, though October. 9282 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg.

SRJC Shone Farm: Celebrate the annual Fall Festival Saturday October 10, 10am–3pm. Enjoy tractor hay rides, free family photos, barn animal meet and greet, U-pick pumpkins, sweet potatoes, apples and corn, organic farm stand, food and drink vendors, kids activities, and so much more! Admission is $5 per person ages 2+. Free parking. Tickets online. 7450 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville.

Tara Firma Farms: The popular Pumpkins on Pikes event is back with three dates this year: October 17, 24 and 25, 2–9pm. Carve Jack-o-lanterns, stroll the straw maze, play games, eat delicious farm-made food, enjoy local beer &

wine, and dance to live music. Entry includes 1 carving pumpkin. Children 3 & under free (no pumpkin). Tickets online. 3796 I St. Ext., Petaluma.

Tenfold Farmstand: The farm stand is constantly restocked with pumpkins and gourds, including decorative and carving varieties. Open Thursdays to Sundays 10am–4pm. 5300 Red Hill Road, Petaluma.

Community Apple Press

Slow Food Russian River

Through October

Press your own apples for free! For up to 100 pounds of apples, book a slot at the Community Apple Press at Luther Burbank Experiment Farm, 7777 Bodega Ave., Sebastopol. Weekends, 9am–3pm, through October, by appointment. Reserve here. For larger amounts, Slow Food Russian River has partnered with Ethic Cider, which can juice 500 to 1,000 pounds of apples in 30 minutes. Sessions at no charge on Tuesday mornings, through October 13. Reserve bulk press here.

Giant Fall Bamboo Sale

Bamboo Sourcery

Now through November 1

Up to 50% off a wide variety of both runners and clumpers that are great for lush privacy screens and other garden highlights. Perfect for the fall planting season. Open Tues–Sat, 9am–4pm. Appointments recommended. 666 Wagnon Road, Sebastopol; 707-823-5866.

U-Pick Fruit

Earthseed Farm

Saturdays through November

U-pick by appointment. Visit website for latest offerings and to reserve your spot; they sell out quickly. 3175 Sullivan Road, Sebastopol.

Maker Market

Jupiter Foods

Friday & Saturday, October 2 & 3, 11am–2pm

Jupiter is hosting local producers for a meet the maker tasting event. Friday, Oct 2: Planetary Potato Chips, Biotic Brand Beverage, Deer Valley Daughters, Nobunaga Popcorn

Saturday, Oct 3: Planetary Potato Chips, Biotic Brand Beverage, Little Apple Treats, Chantelle's Granola, Uproot Origins, Oro Pacific Provisions. Free. 100 Petaluma Blvd N., Petaluma.

Last Apple U-Pick

Gold Ridge Organic Farms

Saturday, October 3, 8:30–11:30am

Organic apples, apple trolley rides, locally made apple treats, farm store, and lots more. Reserve online. 3387 Canfield Road, Sebastopol.

Harvest Festival

Sonoma Garden Park

Saturday, October 3, 10am–3pm

This annual festival features a full day of local music, hands-on workshops, kid-friendly activities and farm games, delicious local food and beverages, a pickle-making competition, petting zoo, and immersive nature experiences for all ages. Free. 19996 7th St. E, Sonoma.

Open House & Native Plant Sale

Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation

Saturday, October 10, 10am–1pm

Take a guided walk through demonstration garden at 11am or 12pm, explore the beautiful grounds, and visit the new exhibit in Heron Hall. Tthe Milo Baker Chapter of the California Native Plant Society will host their annual native plant sale in our shared nursery. Enjoy a hands-on nature activity hosted by the Laguna Foundation, meet our staff and volunteers, and discover ways to get involved in protecting and restoring the Laguna de Santa Rosa. Free. No RSVP needed. 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa.

Flower Dyeing on Cotton Tea Towels

Hanna the Wool Witch

Sunday, October 11, 10–11:30am

Together, we'll wander through the flower fields, learning which blooms create the most vibrant natural dyes and how plants can be transformed into color. Along the way, we'll discuss the basics of mordanting. Each participant will gather flowers from the farm and arrange them on a cotton tea towel, creating a unique botanical design inspired by the season. Register online. At West County Community Farm, 1720 Cooper Road, Sebastopol.

The Art of Botanical Syrups & Shrubs

Gather Sebastopol

Friday, October 16, 4–6pm

Wind down your day with an herbal aperitivo hour led by Kim La Vere of fellow Farm Trails member Land + Local. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the basics of herbalism while learning how to craft small-batch shrubs and mixers using local fruits, herbs, and medicinal plants. You’ll leave with two unique, nonalcoholic mixers for your home bar, along with recipes. Registration required. 122 N. Main Street, Sebastopol.

Open House & BBQ

Stemple Creek Ranch

Saturday, October 17, 10:30am–3:30pm

Go on a guided ranch tour with Co-owner Loren Poncia and General Manager Conner Hackett. Enjoy a BBQ lunch, plus tastings from various local food makers. Shop local vendors and artisans. We’ll also have games for all ages, live music, a Q&A with Loren and Conner, and a big raffle to give you even more of a true ranch experience. Tickets online. 900 Burbank Lane, Tomales.

Fall Harvest Celebration

Ethic Cider

Saturday, October 17, 12–5pm

Celebrate fall with us! Enjoy live music, savor delicious food from a local artisan, and raise a glass with plenty of cider on tap. We'll also have a selection of locally made apple treats available for purchase. We are offering a special food and cider ticket for purchase. A&M BBQ will prepare a special BBQ plate with sides that will be paired with a premium cider created for this event. BBQ ticket online. Free admission, all ages welcome. 8490 Occidental Road, Sebastopol.

Olio Nuovo Experience

McEvoy Ranch

Saturday, October 24, 11am–2:30pm

Led by our President Samantha Dorsey. We will start by picking our own olives in the orchard, running them through our mill, and then taste the Olio Nuovo moments after the olives are crushed. Your experience culminates in a locally crafted lunch featuring Olio Nuovo, paired with our small-lot wines. RSVP online. 5935 Red Hill Road, Petaluma.

Chick or Treat

Dutton Goldfield Winery

Saturday, October 24, 12–4:30pm

We are skipping the candy and going straight for fried chicken! Join us for a delicious afternoon of wine, fried chicken from Rich & Mikee and live music from Sebastopol favorites Ali and Warren Mann. No tricks. Just crispy chicken, cold wine, and great tunes. 3100 Gravenstein Hwy N, Sebastopol.

Canine Costume Contest

Larson Family Winery

Sunday, October 25, 11am–1pm

Dress your pup in their best costume and compete for prizes while enjoying a fun afternoon at the winery. Prizes will be awarded to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pups! If you would like to enter your pup in the contest, please answer the pre-visit questions about your dog when booking your reservation. Reserve online. 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma.

Preserve the Season: Intro to Pickling and Fermentation

Gather Sebastopol

Tuesday, October 27, 10:30am–12:30pm

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of two core approaches to preservation: vinegar-based pickling and salt-based fermentation. We’ll cover pickling basics, how to choose your ingredients, and the tools you’ll need to get started. You'll leave with three jars of your creations. Registration required. 122 N. Main Street, Sebastopol.

Pumpkin Festival & Costume Competition

Healdsburg Farmers' Market

Saturday, October 31, 8:30–10:30am

The 42nd annual Pumpkin Festival combines carving skills, pumpkin decorating/racing

abilities, and a costume contest to win market bucks and great prizes donated by local businesses. Visit the website closer to the date for full details on how to enter the pumpkin “car” race, the pumpkin carving contest, and costume contest, as well as all the great prizes. At Foley Family Community Pavilion, 3 North St., Healdsburg.

Pumpkin Contest

Santa Rosa Original Farmers' Market

Saturday, October 31, 8:30am–11:30am

Carve it. Paint it. Dress it up. Glue things to it. Make it spooky, beautiful, hilarious, or completely unexpected. There’s only ONE rule: a real pumpkin has to be part of your creation. Three age groups plus Market Bucks prizes. Bring your finished pumpkin to the market between 8:30–10:30am near Info Booth. Judging begins at 11am; winners announced at 11:30am. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa.