Papa's Pumpkin Patch

July 2020 from Papa’s!

The crop is planted– not as many or much as in the past, but short of a hail storm, an insect attack, or terrible molds…we will have pumpkins! Papa’s Pumpkin Patch however, will not be open– our Season 2020 gates will remain closed. As it is for so many other events– the risks outweigh the…

Mothers’ Day = Pumpkin Planting

Greetings from the fields and from Papas Pumpkin Patch. COVID-19 hasn’t brought EVERYTHING to a halt– just caused planning to become much more day-by-day. We’re planting, and planning, and wondering….. Knowing all that we all know and DON’T KNOW about his virus and it’s impact…thinking HEALTHY and SAFETY for the hundred’s of GUESTS and VOLUNTEERS…

OPEN – Wednesday, December 18th!

It’s Wednesday, December 18th and we are OPEN! The weather outside is anything but frightful so come and pick out your perfect Christmas Tree! Did you know this week is the best week to get your tree? It’s not too late and we still have an amazing variety waiting for you. We have some exciting…

Closed – Friday, December 13

It’s December, 13 and Papa’s will be closed today. The weekend weather looks to be brisk but without wind! A couple spots remain for our wreath decorating class tomorrow. It’s only $30 so come and create the perfect wreath made by YOU! Bismarck and Mandan Youth hockey players – Don’t forget to wear your jersey…

Papa’s Weekend Update

Alright, everyone! Are you ready for some exciting news on our fun filled upcoming Saturday and Sunday?! We would like to invite all Bismarck and Mandan youth hockey players to wear their jersey to Papa’s this weekend. Show us your jersey and you’ll GET ADMISSION FOR FREE! We are going to have a wreath decorating…

Closed – December 11, 2019

Baby it’s cold outsideeeeee! It’s Wednesday, December 11, 2019 and Papa’s Polar Patch will be closed. Stay tuned for around dinner time as we make a special announcement about our upcoming fun-filled weekend!

Closed – Tuesday, December 10th

Papa’s Polar Patch will be closed today Tuesday, December 10th, due to the extreme cold wind chills outside. Please note that we are also keeping a eye out on the weather for tomorrow. Even though we are closed today, we wanted to let you know that we’ve got some exciting, fun and creative surprises planned…

Closing Early – December 8, 2019

Due to the cold and deteriorating weather we have decided to close Papa’s Polar Patch at 5pm this evening. Stay home and stay warm! Thank you!

Did you know?

We’re going to play a little game called, “Did you know Thursday?”… 1- We have a hanging mistletoe out at Papa’s! Grab your special Christmas someone, snag a smooch and snap a pic! 2- Do you remember Green Thumb Nursery? Well guess what?! Our Christmas trees are from the same family nursery in MN that…

Sunday, December 1st – We are open!

Happy 1st day of December, friends ❄️With all of this snow it’s a beautiful sight at Papa’s and we invite you to come and see for yourselves! We are open from 10-7 today – See you soon!

Closing Early – Saturday, November 30th

The snow is getting deeper and the wind is picking up so with that said, we are going to close at 2pm for the day. We will be open tomorrow from 10-7 and want to know the best part of it all? This weeks upcoming forecast looks awesome! Make sure you wear your boots, snow…

Saturday, November 30

Snow has arrived, the wind is blowing and it’s a beautiful winter wonderland out here! We know the roads are icy but for now, we are open! If things are to change, we will keep you posted.