Halloween 2018 corn mazes around Arizona
Wandering around lost in a cornfield could be a nightmare for some people but a fun way to spend an afternoon for others.
A lot depends on the circumstances.
If you’re taking your stroll through the maze on a leisurely, sunny day, it will be fine. But if you’re being chased by zombies at night, that’s another story. Although there are people who would enjoy that, too.
With Halloween approaching, there will be plenty of chances to figure out just where you stand on the corn-maze-as-a-good-time spectrum. Here are 10 Arizona corn mazes to explore this Halloween.
Apple Annie’s Corn-tastic Corn Maze
A family-friendly pick in southeastern Arizona. This 20-acre maze makes the claim of being the largest in the state. Are you up to the challenge? Bring water, especially on hot days.
Details: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 31. 6405 W. Williams Road, Willcox. $8-$10 for hay ride and maze; $6-$8 for maze only; free for age 2 and younger. 520-384-4685, appleannies.com.
AZ Field of Screams
As the name suggests, this isn’t a relaxing hay ride. The story goes that this maze was planted on a forgotten cemetery and the previous inhabitants of the land aren’t exactly happy about you visiting their turf. If you’re looking for a less scary, more family-friendly option, check out Tolmachoff Farms at the same location.
Details: Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 28-Oct. 27 plus Oct. 31. 5726 N. 75th Ave., Glendale. $20. $15 on opening night (Sept. 28) and Halloween night. 602-999-3276, azfieldofscreams.com.
Buckelew Farm Pumpkin Festival & Corn Maze/Terror in the Corn
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of this Tucson fall festival. Family-friendly options include pumpkin picking, wagon rides, crafts, a petting zoo and a pedal-cart race track. Scarier options include a haunted cornfield, flashlight maze nights and a zombie paintball shootout.
Details: Pumpkin festival and corn maze: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28. Terror in the Corn: 6:30-midnight Fridays and Saturdays in October plus Oct. 25 and Oct. 31. 17000 W. Ajo Way, Tucson. Fall festival: $10; free for children in diapers. Corn maze flashlight nights (enter after 5 p.m.): $10. Terror in the Corn: $25; $30 for a Fast Pass. 520-822-2277, buckelewfarm.com, tucsonterrorinthecorn.com.
Fear Farm
Another offering not for the faint of heart. Prepare to encounter creepy clowns, witches, the undead, aliens and post-apocalyptic mutants. There is even an escape room option and, of course, the haunted hayride if you get tired of running for your life.
Details: Through Oct. 31; see website for schedule. 2209 N. 99th Ave., Phoenix. $19.99-$33.99 for passes ranging from general admission to skip-the-line. 602-344-9615, fearfarm.com.
Mortimer Farms Pumpkin Fest & Corn Maze
There’s a little something for everyone at this country festival in Dewey, near Prescott. In addition to the corn maze, attractions include pumpkins (you pick or pre-picked), hay rides, food and craft vendors. There are also Friday night barn dances ($10, $20 with dinner) from 6-10 p.m.
Details: Sept. 28-Oct. 28. Noon-9 p.m. Fridays; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturdays; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays and Columbus Day (Oct. 8). 12907 E. State Route 169, Dewey. $15.85-$40; online-purchase and other discounts are available. Free for age 2 and younger. 928-830-1116, mortimerfamilyfarms.com.
Rocker 7 Farm Patch
This Buckeye farm is a good pick for families because it’s not too scary for young kids. Work your way through the corn maze or pick a pumpkin in time for Halloween. You can also enjoy a relaxing hayride or let the kids explore the petting zoo or corn seed box.
Details: Oct. 6-28. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fridays; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturdays; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. Rocker 7 Farm, 19601 W. Broadway Road, Buckeye. $10 Saturday-Sunday; $9 Friday; $8 for military, first responders and seniors, free for children in diapers. 623-208-8676, rocker7farmpatch.com.
Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party
This is one of the Phoenix area’s most popular fall events and it has a little something for everyone, starting with a pair of corn mazes. Stroll through the 4-acre maze or really challenge your skills with the 10-acre celebrity maze. There also are carnival rides, a rock-climbing wall, fireworks, a zip line, pumpkin launch, fireworks and food for sale.
Details: Oct. 4-28. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Schnepf Farms, 24610 S. Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek. $20; $15 at Fry’s Food Stores, other discounts available; free for age 2 and younger. 480-987-3100, schnepffarms.com.
Tolmachoff Farms Pumpkin Days and Corn Maze
A family-friendly option from some of the folks behind the AZ Field of Screams. Check out the 6-acre family corn maze and a mini maze for little kids. Other attractions include a petting zoo, train ride, hay pyramid and corn box.
Details: Sept. 28-Nov. 4. See the schedule online. 5726 N. 75th Ave., Glendale. $12, free for age 2 and under. $2 for train rides and tomato cannon. 602-999-3276, tolmachoff-farms.com.
Vertuccio Farms Corn Maze & Fall Festival
In addition to the 7-acre corn maze, check out the mini maze or take a ride on the barrel train. Other attractions include a new pallet maze, petting zoo, duck races, spider-web climb and pumpkin bowling. You can buy pumpkins, hay bales and corn stalks to complete your fall decorations.
Details: Oct. 1-Nov. 4. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Vertuccio Farms, 4011 S. Power Road, Mesa. $10; free for age 2 and younger. 480-882-1482, vertucciofarms.com.
Willis Farm & Ranch October Festivities
You have your pick of mild or spicy at this attraction in Snowflake. Enjoy the regular corn maze or brave the Creepers of the Corn haunted version (small kids might not like this one) on Saturday nights in October. You can also try laser tag ($8 per person) or a train ride ($2 per ticket). See the website for a complete schedule.Details: Sept. 29-Oct. 31. Pumpkin Patch: 1-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m-6 p.m. Saturdays. Closed Sundays. See website for maze hours. Agrifact maze, $2. Big maze, $6. Creepers of the Corn $15. 381 S. First East, Snowflake. 928-536-7788, thewillisfarm-ranch.com.