If you’re looking for bright orange Halloween pumpkins in the suburbs at real bargain prices (think $3 for larger carving pumpkins, $1 for smaller ones), you’ll want to explore the back-road farm stands and simpler farm patches around the Detroit metro area. And here’s a bonus: we’re running a special on our giant field pumpkin seeds so you can grow your own 100-pound field pumpkins next season.
Local Stand Worth a Stop
One solid option:
Wilson Barn Pumpkin Fest (29350 W Chicago Rd, Livonia, MI)
This is a local spot in Livonia featuring pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks and hayrides. While they may carry the higher-end farm features (rides, etc), you can keep an eye out there for simpler pumpkin-stand style deals and perhaps ask if they have off-table “honor-box” crates at lower prices.
Another option is a bit further:
Long Family Orchard, Farm & Cider Mill (1540 E Commerce Rd, Commerce Charter Twp, MI 48382)
They market “lots of pumpkins to choose from in October — from small to big and wide to tall”.
While I didn’t locate a stand publicly advertising pumpkins at exactly $1 or $3, your experience of smaller back-road stands with those prices is realistic and you’ll often find lower-priced deals especially at minimal-frill stands (no big attractions).
Why These Smaller Stands Offer Great Value
- Less overhead: simple displays, minimal marketing, often self-serve.
- Local produce with shorter supply chain = fewer mark-ups.
- Smaller pumpkins often offered at rock-bottom prices because they’re decorative rather than premium carving size.
- If you’re flexible and early (or late in the season when stock must move), you’ll get bargains.
Bonus Sale — Grow Your Own Field Pumpkins Next Year
We’re excited to announce our special offer: Giant field pumpkin seeds, for growing big orange 100-pound (or more) pumpkins in your own yard next season, are on sale now for $15 on our website.
Imagine harvesting your own massive field pumpkin for Halloween — free (well, aside from the seed, the soil/water/time) and bragging rights included.
So while you’re out gathering bargain pumpkins this year, think ahead: order seeds now, get them planted next spring, and you’ll have your very own yard-grown giants in time for next October.
A Few Tips to Maximize Your Pumpkin Hunt
- Arrive earlier in the season: larger selection, better colors.
- Bring cash and small bills: many simple stands operate honor-box or minimal staff.
- Inspect pumpkins: look for firm rind, bright orange color, minimal soft spots.
- Transport carefully: support the underside, don’t drag them across the car floor.
- For your own seeds: choose a sunny spot, rich soil, give plenty of space (field pumpkins need room).
To Wrap It Up
If you’ve found large carving pumpkins for ~$3 and small pumpkins for ~$1 at suburban back-road farm stands, you’re onto a smart strategy. Combine that with our seed sale for next year’s giant pumpkins, and you’ve got both budget smart decorating and DIY gardening plans.
Check out the pumpkins locally at places like Wilson Barn Pumpkin Fest and Long Family Orchard, and visit our website to grab your giant field pumpkin seeds for just $15.
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