Mesa's most activity-dense pumpkin destination, with a five-acre maze, zip line, and ropes course at mid-range pricing; strong for adventurous kids.
General admission $17 per person; Children under 2 free; Group rates $13 per person (30+ people)
Rough cost for a family of four: about $68.00 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.
Vertuccio Farms runs a fall festival with more adrenaline than typical pumpkin patches. The core is a 5-acre corn maze (substantial—plan 30–45 minutes with family groups). Around that are the activities that lean toward adventure: a zip line, ropes course, mini golf, barrel train ride, petting zoo, and inflatables. It’s designed for families who want pumpkins and action, not just pumpkins and relaxation.
The location in east Mesa is accessible from Phoenix, and the operating hours (open midday through evening on most days) suit different schedules. Wednesday–Thursday access offers quiet-time pricing.
Vertuccio operates October 2–31, closed Monday and Tuesday except in the final week of October (Oct 24–31 includes Monday and Tuesday). Wednesday–Thursday hours are 3–9pm; Friday–Saturday extend to 9–10pm; Sunday is 12–7pm. This is a genuine evening operation in October, which tracks Arizona planning: avoid midday heat, come when it cools.
Early October afternoons in east Mesa still run 85°F+. By mid-to-late October, afternoons are 75–80°F. Evening arrival suits the Arizona climate and crowds better.
General admission is $17 per person; children under 2 are free. Group rates ($13 per person for 30+) apply if you’re organizing a large group. The record doesn’t itemize whether the zip line, ropes course, and mini golf are bundled into the $17 or separate. This is a critical call-ahead detail—assume they’re add-ons unless the farm confirms otherwise.
A family of four on general admission: $68. If the zip line, ropes course, and mini golf cost extra — which the record doesn’t rule out — budget conservatively for kids who want to try them, since none of those add-on prices are published.
Five acres shaped in an outdoor maze pattern is no joke—30–45 minutes for families with younger kids, potentially faster for older children. The farm offers glow sticks for night-maze attempts, which adds atmosphere and a late-day novelty if your kids are up for it. The glow-stick cost isn’t in the record; ask.
October daytime visits mean hot afternoons if you arrive before 3pm. The farm’s Wednesday–Thursday 3–9pm window makes sense: you sidestep the worst heat and pay the lowest price. Saturday families expecting a full day should arrive at opening (9am) for the coolest morning hours or plan evening visits instead and explore during the heat-dampening hours.
Mid-to-late October. The farm's Wednesday–Thursday midday hours suit work-from-home families; weekend visitors get evening access (farm stays open until 9–10pm).
3–4 hours to sample most activities; full day for serious maze and adventure engagement.
Wednesday–Thursday afternoons tend to be quieter; weekends and Friday–Saturday evenings draw families. Late October weekends peak.
On-site parking (lot specifics not in record); confirm ADA parking availability if needed.
Group rates available ($13 per person for 30+). Contact the farm to verify ADA trail access and age/height restrictions for zip line and ropes course.
Your kids are toddlers or resistant to mazes; the 5-acre maze takes 30–45 minutes and the high-adventure activities (zip line, ropes course) have likely age/height minimums.
East Mesa; combine with Arizona State University campus tours (nearby) or Goldfield Ghost Town for a history angle.
The 5-acre corn maze (30–45 minutes to complete) is the largest commitment. Zip line and ropes course follow for older kids; specifics on difficulty and age ranges aren't in the record—call 480-882-1482.
Admission is general ($17), so you pay whether you do everything or one activity. Pick carefully: if your group will use most attractions, the price justifies it.
Yes. Glow sticks are available for purchase for the night maze experience. Pricing isn't listed; ask when booking or arriving.
General admission ($17) includes access to the corn maze, petting zoo, barrel train ride, and inflatables. Mini golf, zip line, and ropes course likely have separate fees—confirm with the farm.
October 2 – October 31, 2026. Closed Mon-Tue (except last week of Oct). Hours: Wed-Thu 3-9pm, Fri-Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 12-7pm.
Admission starts at $17 per person. General admission $17 per person; Children under 2 free; Group rates $13 per person (30+ people)
4011 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212, in Maricopa County. It is one of 6 patches we track in Phoenix Metro.
We track 6 patches in Phoenix Metro. At $17 a head this one sits below the regional median of $17.95, undercutting 3 of the 6 paid patches we track here.
Its season runs about 30 days against a regional average of 36, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
There are 5 other patches we track in Maricopa County. All Phoenix Metro patches →
vertucciofarms.com
Checked August 2026.