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Pumpkin Nights
Family walking beneath rows of glowing jack-o'-lanterns

Halloween,
reimagined in light

the pumpkins are coming

More than 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins. Nine immersive Lands along a glowing half-mile trail — plus fire shows, festive food, and games in Pumpkin Village. Wonder for every age, no jump scares required.

Austin Dallas–Fort Worth
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See the Experience
10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins
9 immersive lands
Half-mile glowing trail
Family-friendly, never gory
Live fire shows & entertainment
Live pumpkin carvers nightly
Pumpkin Village food & games
Costumes encouraged
Two Cities, One Glow

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Two giant carved jack-o'-lanterns glowing beside guests on the trail
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A canopy of glowing red lanterns over the Forbidden City trail
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The Experience

Nine lands, one night

Every Land is a world built from carved pumpkins — larger-than-life sculptures, hidden details, and light around every turn of the trail. Our goal is to make almost everything out of pumpkins: look closely at the signs, the spiders, the guitars, and you'll see it's pumpkins all around you.

Forbidden City — 40-ft fire-breathing dragon (landscape)
Land 01

The Forbidden City

A land of myth and legend. Watch the awe-inspiring 40-foot dragon breathe fire into the night sky beneath hundreds of glowing hanging lanterns — and say hello to the resident family of pumpkin turtles.

Land 02

Neon Reef

Dive into an undersea wonderland without getting wet. Black-light coral, drifting jellyfish, and schools of glowing pumpkin fish turn the forest into an ocean floor.

Neon Reef entrance glowing in blue and coral light
Maravilla Lane — Family Tree & mariachi band (landscape)
Land 03

Maravilla Lane

A vibrant celebration of life, family, and tradition. Write a loved one's name on a leaf for the Family Tree, then be serenaded by a dancing pumpkin mariachi band beside the world's largest pumpkin guitar.

Land 04

Spider Alley

Are you brave enough? A black-light room where a giant neon spider guards its intricate web, walls crawling with countless smaller pumpkin spiders. Thrilling, spooky, and a can't-miss photo op.

Spider Alley — neon spider web room (landscape)
Also on the trail: The Enchanted Forest Pirate's Cove Pumpkin Tunnel The Great Hall + more to discover
Fire performer at the Pumpkin Village fire show
Pumpkin Village

The night doesn't end at the trail

At the heart of the festival, Pumpkin Village keeps the glow going — a live fire show, festive food and drinks, games for the whole family, pumpkin activities, seasonal vendors, and photo moments you'll be posting all fall long.

Don't miss the live pumpkin carving — our artists work in the Village every night, turning fresh pumpkins into masterpieces right before your eyes.

Live fire show Festive food & drinks Live pumpkin carving Games & activities Vendors & photo ops
Plan Your Visit

Your night at Pumpkin Nights

01
Arrive & park

Parking is $10 per car, cash or card. Arrive within your ticket's time slot — busy nights can mean a wait.

02
Enter the Village

Mobile tickets scan right at the gate. Grab a snack, warm up with games, and get your bearings.

03
Walk the Lands

A half-mile trail through all nine Lands, at your own pace. Most guests take about an hour — longer with photos.

04
Catch the fire show

Live fire performances light up the Village. Showtimes vary by night and location — check the board on arrival.

05
Eat, play, glow

Stay as long as you like — food, games, photo ops, and pumpkin activities until close.

Wonder, not horror

Is it right for your crew?

Pumpkin Nights skips the scares in favor of creativity and wonder. Here's what families ask most.

Is it scary?

No forced jump scares, no gore. A few Lands — like Spider Alley — are delightfully spooky, but it's Halloween wonder, not a haunted house.

Good for little ones?

Designed for all ages — and kids 3 & under are free. Gnome villages, pumpkin bugs, and games keep small explorers busy.

How long does it take?

The trail is about half a mile at your own pace, plus as long as you like in Pumpkin Village. Plan for a full evening.

Strollers & wheelchairs?

The trail is grass, dirt, gravel, and sand with some inclines. Light strollers can make it; wheelchairs have proven difficult — please plan accordingly.

What should we wear?

Shoes that can handle a farm — skip the new white sneakers if it's rained. Bug spray is a smart move on warm nights.

What if it rains?

We stay open in light rain. If lightning or heavy rain forces a closure, your tickets automatically move to a new date — details by email within 24 hours.

Families holding glowing cotton candy in Pumpkin Village
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After Dark

The night comes alive

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Guests walking the glowing pumpkin tunnel
The Pumpkin Tunnel
A fire performer breathing a tall column of flame above the crowd
Fire show
Family reactions on the trail
Photo Ops
A couple on the swing beneath the glowing hearts of Lovers Lounge
Lovers Lounge
Pumpkin Village food & games
Fun with Friends
Forest of glowing carved pumpkins
The Enchanted Forest
A couple holding hands beneath the glowing Forbidden City arch
Date Night
Forbidden City dragon close-up
10K Pumpkins Throughout
Photo op — carved pumpkin wall
Live Pumpkin Carvers

Many nights sell out. Tickets are only guaranteed when purchased at pumpkinnights.com — beware third-party resellers.

Before You Ask

Quick answers

Do I have to buy tickets in advance?+

Yes — all tickets are purchased online, in advance. Prices increase as more tickets sell, so buying early locks in the lowest price. Kids 3 and under are free.

What are the time slots?+

Time slots run every 30 minutes. September 17 – October 1, slots run 7:00–8:30pm on weekdays and 7:00–9:00pm on weekends; from October 2, 6:00–9:00pm weekdays and 6:00–9:30pm weekends. Arrive within your slot — parking-line delays get exceptions.

Can I change my night?+

Tickets are non-refundable, but you can transfer to another night up to 48 hours before your scheduled time ($5 per ticket, subject to availability; no refunds when moving to a cheaper night).

How much is parking?+

Parking is $10 per car — cash or card. On busy evenings parking lines can take up to 30 minutes, so build in a buffer.

What happens if weather closes the event?+

We stay open through minor rain. If a night must close, your tickets automatically move to a new date and you'll get an email within 24 hours with options to switch nights.

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