Cheekwood Harvest Fall Festival
Visitors can wander along the vibrant Marigold River leading to Pumpkin Village, which features three interactive pumpkin houses set amidst thousands of pumpkins. Guests can stroll along the Carell Dogwood Trail to view storybook-inspired scarecrow creations designed by local artists. On weekends, guests can bring a blanket or chair to relax with a picnic while enjoying live music performances.
Sep 19 – Nov 1, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Tuesday–Thursday: Gardens Only—adults $21, seniors $19, college students $17, youth ages 3–17 $14; Gardens + Mansion—adults $27, seniors $25, college students $23, youth ages 3–17 $20. Friday–Sunday: Gardens Only—adults $23, seniors $21, college students $19, youth ages 3–17 $16; Gardens + Mansion—adults $29, seniors $27, college students $25, youth ages 3–17 $22. Ages 2 and under and member adults and youth are free. Non-members pay a $2 service fee per ticket and $5 per vehicle for parking.
Hours
Harvest Weekends Music: Saturdays and Sundays, 12–2 PM.
Neighborhood
Bellevue Zone
Parking
Parking costs $5 per vehicle for non-members. The page recommends saving with off-site parking on weekends and warns that parking may reach capacity; if it does, walk-up tickets are available only to guests using rideshare.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Reserve a timed-entry ticket in advance, which is required for all guests.
- If parking reaches capacity, walk-up admission is only granted to guests arriving via rideshare.
- Consider utilizing weekend off-site parking to save on vehicle fees.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026: the Marigold River brings more than 2,500 blooms to the walkway from the Bradford Robertson Color Garden to Arboretum Lawn.
- Harvest NIGHTS features special evening performances on select Thursdays.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can visitors purchase pumpkins to take home?
Yes, visitors can pick out and purchase a pumpkin to bring home.
What is the theme for the Scarecrow Trail?
The theme is "Once Upon a Harvest…", featuring storybook characters and creatures with a not-so-scary twist.
Are guided tours available during Cheekwood Harvest?
Yes, docents lead 45-minute to one-hour interactive House and History Guided Tours, with reservations available on-site at the Admissions Building or the Mansion foyer.
What activities are available for young children?
The TOTS! program in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden offers hands-on projects, storytimes, Turtle Talks, and interactive learning baskets at the PNC Living Library.
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