Our Mission
To provide our customers with the best products, best prices and farm fresh fun open 7 days a week, sunrise to sunset
Our Fun Activities
Activities
u-pick Pumpkin Patch
We offer a large U-pick pumpkin patch, featuring over 10,000 pumpkins and at least 30 varieties to choose from. Visitors can enjoy picking their own pumpkins 7 days a week from 9 AM to 6 PM. On weekends, we also provide scenic hayrack rides from 11 AM to 5 PM, adding an extra layer of fun to your visit.
Knox County scenic drive
Farmgate Market is now a destination on the Knox County Scenic Drive. Visit our Farm Store where local artists display there painted pumpkins, gourds and Indian corn. Buy some local honey or try some of our jams and jellies. The large old dairy barn is a sight of its own. It is filled with hundreds of pumpkins of all shapes, colors and sizes.
Giant Corn Maze
Explore our 7-acre corn maze, the largest around, designed in the shape of our farm barn and silo. With 12 hidden checkpoints to discover, finding them all wins you a prize. The maze is open seven days a week from 9 AM to 6 PM, offering a fun and challenging adventure for all visitors.
Farm Store
Our farm store features over 30 varieties of pumpkins, such as painted pumpkins, gourds, and firewood. We offer straw, corn shacks, Indian corn, popcorn, broom corn, mums, and local honey. You’ll also find apple cider, local crafts, jams and jellies, Halloween candy, canned goods, and fresh farm eggs, providing a wide selection for all your seasonal needs.
Barnyard zoo
Visit our Barnyard Zoo, where you can feed and interact with a variety of animals, including goats, chickens, ducks, pot-bellied pigs, kittens and more. It’s a fun and educational experience for all ages, providing a chance to get up close with some friendly farm animals.
Family fun park
At our farm, where the fun is large and the crowds are small, you can enjoy a wide range of activities on our farm. Pedal carts are available for all ages, and you can test your skills and win prizes at the pumpkin catapult. Our straw fort, made of over 1,000 bales, features a straw maze, the fort itself, and a giant slide. Enjoy a hay rack ride for a tour of the pumpkin patch.
History of the Farm
My family has a rich history of farming that dates back to 1872, when they first started farming south of Galva, IL. Over the years, we’ve maintained a continuous farming tradition, including on this particular farm, which has now stood for 105 years. I had the privilege of being born and raised on this land, experiencing life on a farm that operated as a dairy for nearly 70 years. Although I spent many years away from the farm, pursuing other business opportunities, I felt a deep connection to my roots. Eighteen years ago, I decided to return and help breathe new life into this cherished old farm. It’s been a rewarding journey to revive and sustain the legacy that has been a part of my family for generations.
Why start Farmgate Market?
We embarked on a journey to breathe new life into the many old buildings on our farm, including the historic dairy barn. With a vision for the next 100 years, we sought new uses for these cherished structures. My wife and I decided to establish a farmers’ market, specializing in fresh produce and goods from our farm. The old dairy barn became a perfect venue to showcase both our farm’s rich history and the products we proudly offer.
Growing pumpkins had always been a cherished memory from my childhood, so it felt natural to continue that tradition here. As we welcomed visitors, we discovered that many were fascinated by the farm’s storied past. Families often expressed a desire for a place where they could enjoy some country fun together. In response, we have been continuously adding activities over the past three years, transforming our farm into a vibrant destination where people can learn about our history and enjoy wholesome, family-friendly entertainment.
Pick Your Perfect Pumpkin: Open Daily 9-6
Opening Hours
Corn Maze / uPick Pumpkins Patch / Barnyard Zoo / Farm Store
Family Fun Park
Our Pricing
Endless Farm Fun Without Breaking the Bank!
Free Admission & Parking
2 and under FREE!
(Adult supervision required in Corn Maze, Hayrack Ride and Petting Zoo)
Fun Park Pass
Includes all the below
- Corn Maze
- Hayrack Ride
- Pumpkin Catapult
- Pedal Carts
- Straw Fort
- Barnyard Zoo
Actual Park Pass Value: $23.00
Pee Wee Fun Park Pass
Age 3 – 12 (Adult Supervision Required)
Includes all the below
- Hayrack Ride
- Pumpkin Catapult
- Pedal Carts
- Straw Fort
- Barnyard Zoo
Actual Park Pass Value: $17.00
Parents Fun Park Pass
This pass is required for accompanying adults for children 12 & under for these activities
Includes all the below
- Corn Maze
- Barnyard Zoo
- Hayrack Ride
Actual Park Pass Value: $10.00
Individual Pricing
Group Tour
Farmgate Market is the perfect venue for your next event, offering a relaxed country setting and “Farm Fresh Fun” for everyone. Whether you’re planning a church social, school group outing, adult and youth group gathering, private club event, organization meetup, company picnic, or family reunion, we’ve got the ideal space for you.
We’re dedicated to making your event the best it can be, offering a variety of activities, attractions, and amenities during our Special Event weekends and Farm Tour season. Our barns can accommodate both large and small groups, with additional covered and uncovered picnic areas available for your convenience.
We’re now accepting reservations for our Farm Fresh Fun group outings, activities, and programs. Booking is easy—simply explore the tour packages and activities that suit your group’s needs. For reservations, contact Tom at 309-883-0639. We look forward to hosting your next memorable event!
Contact us
- 2774 State Route 17, Galva, IL, United States, 61434
- +1 309-883-0639
- twjones99@hotmail.com
What Our Visitors Say
★★★★★
“Always great products. Excellent watermelon, cantaloupe, tomatoes, cucumbers, pumpkins of all sizes, corn, fresh eggs, honey, jellies and jams, homemade and handcrafted projects, Christmas trees, firewood, etc. etc. The couple who own this place are very friendly and creative. Highly recommend a visit !”
Steph Brock
Happy Visitor
★★★★★
“Great place for all ages, but super good for little kids…lots to do and a good maze as well.”
Wanda K
Happy Visitor
★★★★★
“It was a great place to spend the afternoon. Everyone there was extremely nice and the owner was fantastic! Lots of activities for little ones (straw fort with slides, pedal carts, corn maze, hayride, pumpkin slingshot). It was also very reasonably priced. I can’t say enough good things about the place. We will definitely be back next year!”
Michael Weitekamp
Happy Visitor