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Petaluma Halloween Haunts and Pumpkin Patches

 Petaluma, CA--From the Slaughterhouse Hauntings to the Amazing Corn Maze that turns into a haunted corn field after dark, Petaluma, California is no stranger to Halloween--they really "dig" it. The Amazing Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch is one of the top family attractions where kids learn all about the farm.

Petaluma Pumpkin Patch and A'Mazing Corn Maze begins on Oct. 1 and extends throughout the month of October. Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo and a night, a haunted Corn Maze. Hours: open 10am-10pm (subject to change). Location: 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call: (707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com

Pumpkins and squash are grown by digging the earth, planting and nurturing the green shoots that become beautiful pumpkins.

In addition, there is a great attraction and the gruesome Haunted House, the Heritage House hosts a night of story telling, pumpkin carving and a unique event in which the pumpkins are lit and sent down the river on a craft (heritagepetaluma.com). If that isn't enough excitement, downtown Petaluma merchants are hosting a Trick or Treat Trail on Oct. 31.