Great Pumpkin-Carving Festival
Amateur carvers and teams take to the Great Lawn to design and carve pumpkins live during a three-hour competition, allowing visitors to view the process and scan a QR code to vote for their favorite creation. Guests can explore seasonal vignettes packed with scarecrows, pumpkins, and gourds, or get their faces painted. The evening also features appearances by costumed characters from the Off Centered Project.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Neighborhood
Midtown
Food & Drink
Food and beverages are available for purchase while supplies last, including card-only cash bars serving alcoholic drinks to guests 21 and older.
Accessibility
Nearly all areas of the Garden are accessible to guests using wheelchairs and scooters, with complimentary wheelchairs available first-come, first-served.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Tips & Advice
- Purchase tickets in advance, as tickets are required for all guests and members and are sold at the door only while supplies last.
- Bring a debit or credit card, as the facility, bars, and parking garage do not accept cash.
- If you plan to purchase drinks from the cash bars, remember that you must be 21+ with photo ID, and bars close at 8:30 p.m.
Links & Contact
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring chairs or a picnic to the event?
No, chairs and outside food or drinks are not permitted.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed inside the Garden; only ADA service animals are permitted.
How does voting work for the pumpkin-carving competition?
You can vote for your favorite pumpkin design by scanning the QR code located at the carving stations.
Are tickets refundable if it rains?
No, tickets are non-refundable and rain checks are not offered.
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