Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns
Visitors walk an illuminated path lined with artist-carved pumpkins, including 75 giant gourds weighing 150 pounds each. Carvings showcase diverse themes such as Halloween movies, comic book icons, native wildlife, and Día de los Muertos traditions. Guests can also view live carving demonstrations, meet costumed characters, and see a 20-foot glowing inflatable sculpture.
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Plan Your Visit
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Tickets
Adult: $20 member, $24 nonmember. Child ages 3–12: $13 member, $17 nonmember. Child age 2 and under: free. Prices shown are advance prices for off-peak days and times; advance tickets bought through the day before the visit cost less, and day-of tickets cost more. Off-peak: Wednesday–Thursday, 7:45–9:30 p.m. Standard: Wednesday–Thursday, 6:30–7:30 p.m., and Friday–Sunday all evening. President's Circle VIP All Access passes are $35 each and allow attendance any day or time; children age 2 and under are free. Museums for All reduced pricing is available to people receiving food assistance on October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22, with parking included. Parking is free for members; nonmember parking is $15 when purchased online in advance and $25 when purchased onsite. Ride-share vehicles do not pay parking fees. Limited complimentary parking is available for active duty U.S. military personnel and/or their families, reservists, and former POWs with valid ID.
Hours
6:30–10:30 p.m.
Food & Drink
Visitors can purchase seasonal treats and beverages including homemade caramel apples, spiced nuts, apple cider donuts, and spirited cocktails.
Parking
Buy parking online in advance for $15; parking purchased onsite is $25. Members park free, ride-share vehicles do not pay parking fees, and limited complimentary parking is available for active duty U.S. military personnel and/or their families, reservists, and former POWs with valid ID shown at the gatehouse.
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Tips & Advice
- Purchase tickets in advance through the day before your visit for lower rates than day-of admission.
- Buy parking online ahead of time to save money compared to paying on-site.
- Leave photography tripods and monopods at home, as they are not permitted during event hours.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced pricing is available for people receiving food assistance on October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22, with parking included.
- Garden members receive free parking.
- Limited complimentary parking is available for active duty U.S. military personnel and/or their families, reservists, and former POWs with valid ID.
- New this year: see the glowing 20-foot Monarch Skull inflatable sculpture by artist Alyse Gamson.
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 website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the event take place if the weather is bad?
Yes, the event takes place rain or shine.
What kinds of food and refreshments are offered?
Visitors can purchase seasonal refreshments such as homemade caramel apples, spiced nuts, apple cider donuts, and cocktails.
Are camera tripods allowed?
No, tripods and monopods are not permitted during event hours.
Can visitors stay in the Garden between general daytime hours and the event?
No, the Garden closes at 5 p.m. each day and reopens at 6 p.m. exclusively for ticketed event guests.
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