Abbey Farms and The Nagel Emporium

Abbey Farms is a family farm on the Marmion Abbey grounds on Hart Road in Aurora, part of the community since 1949. Its fall festival, Pumpkin Daze, runs September 19 through November 1, 2026, with pumpkins by the wagonload, a corn maze, hayrides and fresh apple cider donuts.

When is Pumpkin Daze open in October?

Wednesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM, with Saturdays open until 10 PM. It is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, except Columbus Day, Monday, October 12.

What do tickets cost?

Weekends and Columbus Day are $21 online or $23 at the gate. October weekdays are $17 online or $19 at the gate. A season pass is $45, children 2 and under are free, and parking is free.

Is there a night corn maze?

Yes. On October Saturdays the corn maze stays open after dark until 10 PM. Bring your own flashlight. There is no night maze on Halloween.

Can we bring the dog or a stroller?

Leashed dogs are welcome everywhere except the hay rides and the corn maze. Paths are crushed rock and gravel, so strollers do best near the Emporium and main entrance and less well out in the fields, especially after rain.