Cheekwood Harvest
Visitors can follow the Marigold River walkway to Pumpkin Village, where three interactive pumpkin houses and thousands of colorful pumpkins create seasonal photo backdrops. Guests can stroll the Scarecrow Trail along the Carell Dogwood Trail to see storybook-inspired creations by local artists, pick out a pumpkin to take home, or relax on the lawn for live music. The festival also features interactive guided history tours of the mansion and hands-on children's activities in the gardens.
Sep 19 – Nov 1, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Tuesday–Thursday: Gardens Only—Adults $21, Senior $19, College Student $17, Youth (3-17) $14; Gardens + Mansion—Adults $27, Senior $25, College Student $23, Youth (3-17) $20. Friday–Sunday: Gardens Only—Adults $23, Senior $21, College Student $19, Youth (3-17) $16; Gardens + Mansion—Adults $29, Senior $27, College Student $25, Youth (3-17) $22. Ages 2 & Under and Member Adults and Youth are free. Non-members pay a $2 service fee per ticket and a $5 per-vehicle parking fee.
Hours
Harvest Weekends Music: Saturdays and Sundays, 12–2 PM. House and History Guided Tours: Tuesday–Friday, 12:45 PM; Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 AM, 12:45 PM, and 2:15 PM.
Parking
Non-members pay $5 per vehicle for parking. During busy seasons and events, Cheekwood may reach parking capacity; if it does, walk-up tickets are only available to guests using rideshare services. The page also promotes off-site parking on weekends.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Reserve your timed-entry tickets in advance, as advance reservations are required for all guests.
- If parking lots reach capacity, walk-up entry is limited strictly to visitors using rideshare services.
- Bring a blanket or chair to settle in for a picnic during the outdoor weekend musical performances.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026: Marigold River adds a sweep of more than 2,500 blooms along the walkway to Arboretum Lawn.
- Member Adults and Member Youth receive free admission.
- Off-site parking is promoted as a way to save on weekends.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the theme for the Scarecrow Trail?
The theme is "Once Upon a Harvest…", showcasing life-size creations based on classic storybook characters such as Frog and Toad, the mouse with a cookie, and the princess and the pea.
How can visitors join the guided mansion tours?
Discussion-based docent tours last 45 minutes to one hour, and visitors can make on-site reservations at the Admissions Building or in the Mansion entrance foyer.
What activities are available for young children?
The TOTS! program in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden features hands-on projects, storytimes, Turtle Talks, and interactive learning baskets at the PNC Living Library.
Can guests purchase pumpkins at the event?
Yes, visitors can pick out a pumpkin to purchase and take home.
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