The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
Visitors can join in community pumpkin carving and watch the evening lighting of the Great Pumpkin Wall. Festival grounds feature carnival rides and games, trick-or-treating, and live music across multiple stages. The celebration also hosts pet and kids costume contests, pumpkin pie eating competitions, and an array of food and artisan craft vendors.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Highwood
Food & Drink
A variety of food vendors, artisan food stalls, and full bars are available across the festival grounds.
Parking
Free shuttle service is available from Philip H. Sheridan Reserve Center; reserved parking is permit-only.
Accessibility
Handicap drop-off and parking are available at the Highwood Library lot, with designated handicap permit parking off Walker Avenue.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Use the free park-and-ride shuttle operating continuously from the Philip H. Sheridan Reserve Center.
- Pick up trick-or-treat bags at the Celebrate Highwood information tent located on Highwood Avenue in front of City Hall.
- Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the festival grounds.
Special Events & Promotions
- Unlimited carnival ride specials are scheduled for Thursday, October 1.
Links & Contact
Run by Celebrate Highwood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed at the festival?
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome.
What contests are scheduled during the festival?
The festival features a pet costume contest, a kids costume contest, and a pumpkin pie eating contest.
Can visitors take public transit to the festival?
Yes, the festival grounds are accessible via the Metra Union Pacific North Route at the Highwood Metra Station.
Where are ride-share drop-off and pick-up locations situated?
Drop-off and pick-up points are located at 424 Sheridan Road, 300 Waukegan Avenue, and on the east side of Funston Avenue north of North Avenue at St. James Church.
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