Pumpkin Plunge
Alga Norte Aquatic Center transforms into a Halloween celebration with pool activities, games with prizes, and floating obstacles. Outside the water, visitors can enjoy a bounce house, lawn games, and a splash pad for younger children. In the Floating Pumpkin Patch, each child can lasso and take home their own pumpkin.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
$15 per person; children ages 3 and under are free but still need to be registered. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
Hours
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Ages
All ages (Kids ages 3 and under must still be registered)
Food & Drink
Food and beverages are available for purchase at the event.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Pick up event wristbands in advance during regular business hours to avoid lines.
- Only bring pool noodles or US Coast Guard-approved flotation devices into the pool.
- Hold onto wristbands picked up early, as lost wristbands will not be replaced.
Links & Contact
Run by City of Carlsbad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What flotation devices are allowed in the pool?
For safety reasons, only pool noodles and US Coast Guard-approved flotation devices are permitted.
Do children get to take home a pumpkin?
Yes, every child gets to lasso and keep a pumpkin from the Floating Pumpkin Patch.
What activities are available outside of the main pool?
Dry and shallow activities include lawn games, a bounce house, the Floating Pumpkin Patch, and an open Splash Pad for younger children.
What happens if there is bad weather?
The event may be modified or canceled due to inclement weather.
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