Moreland Pumpkin Patch Returns with New Attractions, Haunted Trail & Día de los Muertos Celebration
San Jose, CA, September 24, 2025 – The Moreland Education Foundation (MEF) is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved Pumpkin Patch and Haunted Trail for the 2025 fall season! Open to the public and families across all seven Moreland School District schools, this year’s pumpkin patch promises even more excitement, with festive entertainment, seasonal treats, and a can’t-miss Día de los Muertos celebration.
The Moreland Pumpkin Patch features a famous interactive, self-guided haunted trail in partnership with Grimm’s Hollow. This spooktacular labyrinth has a new theme every year and is a huge hit with audiences 5+ and up! This year, the trail theme is Curse of the Pirate Coast. Tickets for the trail are purchased at the patch directly.
All funds raised at the Moreland Pumpkin Patch goes directly to supporting our Moreland Schools via MEF. For the last 30 years, MEF has protected sports, music, and other school community enrichment programs throughout the district.
Hours & Special Dates:
The patch is open Fridays and Saturdays 5 -10 p.m. and Sundays 5 - 8:30 p.m. from October 10 through November 1, 2025. Each weekend features special movie nights and musical performances from the various schools in the Moreland School District.
Special Dates:
Opening weekend will feature a Film Festival, with films created by students from Moreland middle schools. On November 1, the event will honor Día de los Muertos with festive decorations, and cultural activities.
Visitors can check the official calendar at https://www.mefhome.org/patch or follow the patch on Instagram & Facebook: @MorelandPumpkinPatch.
Details:
- Address: Moreland Woods, 4835 Doyle Rd, San Jose, CA 95130
- Dates: October 10 – November 1, 2025 (closed October 12)
- Hours: 5:00-10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturdays; 5:00-8:30 p.m. Sundays
- Haunted Trail: See website for details: https://www.mefhome.org/patch
- Family Activities: Pumpkin picking, crafts, games, food and snacks, movie viewings, and school performances.
“The Moreland Pumpkin Patch is more than just a seasonal attraction—it’s a way for families across the district and the local community to celebrate, connect, and make lasting memories,” said Anna Chan, MEF President. “It is important for the community to come together and share in fun memories while supporting local Moreland schools.”
Interested in Volunteering?
The Moreland Pumpkin Patch is run almost entirely by volunteers. If you are interested in supporting this fantastic community event, please email [email protected].
MEF and the Moreland Patch fundraise for all seven local Moreland schools, including: Anderson, Baker, Country Lane, Easterbrook Discovery School (EDS), Latimer, Moreland Middle and Payne.
About Moreland Educational Foundation:
The Moreland Educational Foundation (MEF) was founded in August of 1993 to assist the Moreland School District when shortfalls in state funding threatened to reduce programming district wide. For over 25 years MEF has focused on maintaining the instrumental music program and after-school sports program