The Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival is open on weekends in October. The festival offers many family-friendly attractions, including hayrides to the pumpkin fields to pick a “great pumpkin,” a brain-twisting corn maze, Sinkland’s own farmyard animals, and live music on two stages every weekend afternoons. Included with admission are a capella singing groups and musicians, performances by dance troupes, chain saw carving exhibitions and surprise visits by the incredible, 12-foot-tall TECHtron. Hours are Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. More information on attractions and admission prices can be found on the website: www.sinklandfarms.com or by calling (540) 382-4647. Sinkland Farms is located at 3020 Riner Rd., Christiansburg.