Maryland's largest corn maze with 20+ activities (zip lines, slides, pumpkin bowling, gem mining) and a 9-acre pumpkin patch; premium weekend pricing ($17-22 gate, $15 weekday) demands a long stay to justify the cost.
$15 select weekdays, $17-22 weekends (online tickets cheaper), $40 season passes
Rough cost for a family of four: about $60.00 in admission alone at the posted starting rate, before pumpkins, food, parking or any add-on listed above. Most families end up well north of that once they are through the gate.
Magnolia Meadow is Maryland’s largest corn maze with over 20 additional activities. This is not a modest farm experience; it’s a destination festival. Zip lines, mountain slides, mini train rides, jumping pillow, pumpkin bowling, gem mining, duck races, apple cannons—each activity can consume 30-45 minutes.
For families with multiple children spanning ages 5-14, the breadth is a genuine advantage. Younger kids can focus on gem mining and duck races; older kids and adults can tackle zip lines and the massive maze.
Gate admission is where premium pricing becomes real. Weekdays: $15. Weekends: $17-22 depending on day/time. Online tickets discount by $2-5. A family of four on Saturday afternoon would pay $88 gate admission (4 × $22); on a weekday, $60 (4 × $15). Pumpkins are weight-based; games, food, and activity add-ons are separate and not itemized in the record.
Weekday visits cut the gate cost to $60 for four people, a meaningful savings. Season passes at $40 break even after 3 visits, good if you plan multiple fall outings.
The record lists 20+ activities but does not specify whether all are included in gate admission or if premium attractions (zip lines, slides) carry additional fees. This is crucial for budgeting.
Before committing to a visit, call or visit magnoliameadowfarms.com to confirm:
Saturday 10am-8pm extended hours are ideal if you want a full daylight-to-evening experience, but Saturday crowds are heaviest. Weekday $15 admission plus light crowds make a genuine case for mid-week visiting—take an afternoon off if you can.
Moonlight mazes on October 11 and 25 are special events with unknown pricing; they’re for families committed to evening activity and willing to pay potential premiums.
The record notes “only ADA service animals allowed”—no pets. Specific mobility accommodations for attractions is not detailed. Zip lines and slides obviously have physical requirements; gem mining and farm-animal areas are more accessible. Call 301-643-4640 or check the website if mobility is a factor.
A 9-acre pumpkin patch and outdoor maze plus activities mean weather matters. A day after heavy rain could mean muddy fields and reduced activity access. Check weather forecasts before committing to a weekend visit.
This is the choice for all-day festival seekers with kids 5+, groups, and adrenaline seekers. If you want a quick 90-minute experience, go elsewhere. If you want value for money, visit on a weekday.
Weekdays (Sept 26 - Nov 1, 2026) for $15 admission and fewer crowds; Saturday for extended 10am-8pm hours if you prefer daylight-to-dusk experience. Avoid Saturday midday if crowds are your main concern.
5-7 hours to experience maze, pumpkin pick, and multiple activities without rushing; 3-4 hours for focused maze and pumpkins only.
Heavy Saturday all day, especially midday. Sunday moderate-to-heavy. Weekdays light to moderate.
Likely unpaved farm lot; muddy in rain.
Multiple activities require balance and agility (zip lines, slides, jumping pillow). Wheelchair-accessible areas unclear; mobility devices not allowed on many attractions. Call with specific accessibility needs.
You have a toddler (activities are skewed toward 5+), a tight budget (gate pricing is premium), or limited time. Skip if you want to avoid crowds; this is a major destination on weekends.
Maryland's Largest Corn Maze; size not specified in the record, but the designation suggests a major challenge. Plan 60-90 minutes.
Weekdays $15; weekends $17-22 (varies by day/time). Online tickets are cheaper than gate prices. Season passes $40.
The record states only ADA service animals allowed (no pets). Specific accessibility for attractions is not detailed. Call with your needs.
Special evening maze experiences on October 11 and October 25, 2026. Specific pricing and time are not in the record; call or check website.
September 26 – November 1, 2026. Saturday and Sunday, plus select weekdays. Hours: Saturday 10am-8pm (extended hours), Sunday 10am-6pm; select weekdays $15 admission.
Admission starts at $15 per person. $15 select weekdays, $17-22 weekends (online tickets cheaper), $40 season passes
13001 Creagerstown Road, Thurmont, MD 21788, in Frederick County. It is one of 6 patches we track in Western Maryland.
We track 6 patches in Western Maryland, 1 of which are free to walk into. At $15 a head this one sits above the regional median of $10.
Its season runs about 37 days against a regional average of 37, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
What sets it apart locally: it has u-pick fields, which most Western Maryland patches on our list do not.
There are 4 other patches we track in Frederick County. All Western Maryland patches →
magnoliameadowfarms.com
Checked August 2026.