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Sioux Falls Pumpkin Plaza Trot and Pumpkin Glow Walk

Get ready for a unique Halloween experience with the Pumpkin Plaza Trot and Glow Walk! Participants will run or walk to a pumpkin patch, select their perfect pumpkin, and then return for creative carving or painting. The event culminates in a magical Pumpkin Glow Walk, where the community's illuminated pumpkin creations light up the trail.

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What to Expect

Community-carved pumpkins light up the evening glow walk.

Event Details

Duration

2 hours

Ages

2-99

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation

Food & Drink

Pumpkin carving/painting supplies provided; fall-themed food and beverages available from local vendors.

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Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families, kids, halloween enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive, creative, community-oriented

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Lloyd Landing
201 E. 4th Place
Sioux Falls, SD
57104

Know Before You Go

Tips & Advice

  • Register by October 20th to ensure your spot and to have your pumpkin considered for the Glow Walk.
  • Arrive early for your age group's designated start time to maximize your pumpkin picking and carving experience.
  • Consider leaving your carved pumpkin for the Glow Walk to contribute to the illuminated trail display.
  • Dress in layers as the event spans from daytime activities to an evening walk, and check the weather forecast.
  • Bring comfortable shoes suitable for running or walking on the trails between Lloyd Landing and Jacobson Plaza.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Pumpkin Glow Walk on October 25 evening
  • Registration deadline for Glow Walk participation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the age groups and start times for the run/walk?

Ages 2-6 start at 10:15 am, ages 7-12 at 10:30 am, ages 13-17 at 10:45 am, and ages 18+ at 11:00 am.

What is the Pumpkin Glow Walk?

It's an evening event where the trail between Lloyd Landing and Jacobson Plaza is lit up by the community's carved pumpkins.

Is there a deadline for registration?

Yes, registration is required prior to October 20th at 5 PM, especially if you wish to participate in the Pumpkin Glow Walk.

What is included in the registration fee?

The fee covers participation in the trot, pumpkin selection, and access to carving/painting supplies. Food and drinks are available for purchase.

Can I bring my own pumpkin?

The event provides a pumpkin for you to pick and decorate. While you can bring your own, the focus is on the pumpkins selected from the event's patch.

Tags

pumpkin carvingfamily friendlypumpkin patchtrick or treathalloween festivalcommunity eventfall festivalrun walkjack o lanterns

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Aug 28, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team