An entertainment-heavy festival with a 10-acre NASCAR-themed corn maze and robust lineup of shows (pig races, stunt dog) but 2026 dates and hours not yet confirmed.
Tickets start at $26.95 per person; Free for ages 2 and under
Rough cost for a family of four: about $107.80 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.
Schnepf Farms’ Pumpkin & Chili Party is built around entertainment infrastructure: a 10-acre NASCAR-themed corn maze, pig races, a stunt dog show, and a petting zoo. This is a festival designed for families seeking live performances and spectacle rather than pumpkin-patch farming.
The NASCAR branding and entertainment calendar appeal to families wanting an outing centered on shows rather than picking activities. Paintball and games add activity options beyond the maze.
The farm announced a 2026 Pumpkin & Chili Party event but has not posted exact dates, operating hours, or a full entertainment calendar as of late August. The 2025 season ran approximately October 2–31 (historical pattern), but that’s not a guarantee for 2026.
Critical unknowns:
The record mentions “various games and attractions for families” and “various activity price points for budget flexibility” but doesn’t itemize them. What’s actually known: admission starts at $26.95 per person (2025 rate; 2026 not yet published), which for a family of four already runs to roughly $108 before anything else. What’s unclear:
Rather than estimate a family total, treat the admission figure as your floor and call ahead to ask which of the extras are bundled in — that’s the number that actually determines whether this is a $110 outing or a much bigger one.
The Stunt Dog Show and pig races are listed as main attractions. Without 2026 performance times, you can’t plan your visit around them. Call 480-217-0249 or check pumpkinandchiliparty.com for the exact 2026 entertainment schedule before booking.
Queen Creek is 40 miles southeast of central Phoenix (45-minute drive). This makes it accessible for metro-area families but requires planning for traffic and drive time.
Must-call questions for 480-217-0249 or website inquiry:
The lack of posted 2026 details makes this a “call-first” destination. Plan ahead if entertainment and spectacle are your priority.
Historically October 2–31 (exact 2026 dates and hours TBD); evenings suit family scheduling and Phoenix-area drive time. Stunt Dog Show and pig races are primary draws.
4–5 hours for multiple attractions and shows.
Typical October weekends for festival operations. Weekend evenings likely draw 500+ visitors. Weekday access unknown (dates/hours TBD).
On-site parking (capacity and specifics not detailed).
Contact 480-217-0249 to confirm ADA access to maze, petting zoo, games, and entertainment areas.
You need confirmed 2026 dates and hours in advance; neither has been posted, and late August clarification requires phone contact.
Queen Creek is southeast Phoenix (40 miles); combine with Superstition Mountains recreation or Apache Junction attractions.
A 10-acre corn maze designed with a NASCAR motif. Details on difficulty and completion time aren't in the record; call 480-217-0249.
The record mentions both but doesn't list specific performance times or which dates in October they run. Call for the full 2026 entertainment schedule.
Not clearly delineated in the record. Assume maze and games are included; pig races, dog show, petting zoo, and paintball may have separate fees. Call to clarify.
The event was announced but specific dates and hours not posted as of late August. Check pumpkinandchiliparty.com or call 480-217-0249 to confirm.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Varies by week. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission starts at $26.95 per person. Tickets start at $26.95 per person; Free for ages 2 and under
24810 S Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, in Maricopa County. It is one of 6 patches we track in Phoenix Metro.
We track 6 patches in Phoenix Metro. At $26.95 a head this one sits above the regional median of $17.95.
What sets it apart locally: it has hayrides, which most Phoenix Metro patches on our list do not.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 4 of the 6 patches we track in Phoenix Metro had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
There are 5 other patches we track in Maricopa County. All Phoenix Metro patches →
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pumpkinandchiliparty.com
Checked August 2026.