I don’t know about you, but I’m so ready to get my pumpkin on.
Pumpkins Aglow is back at Franklin Park Conservatory, transforming the gardens into a glowing wonderland every October. This beloved fall event runs from Wednesdays to Sundays, offering spellbinding scenes and delightful activities for all ages.
From 5-9 PM on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, and 5-10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, visitors can wander through the garden displays filled with hundreds of intricately carved pumpkins. Use a map to guide your way to both fun and frightful surprises throughout the grounds.
Visitors will be able to enjoy live performances at the Lower West Terrace, featuring a rotating lineup of entertainers each week. From juggling to stilt walking robots and hula hoop acts, the shows run from 6-8 PM on weekdays and 6-9 PM on weekends.
Families will love the hands-on activities available every night from 6-8 PM on weekdays and 6-9 PM on weekends. Kids can create spooky sand art or spin spider-themed crafts for just a few dollars, ensuring that the fun never stops.
The Glass Pumpkin Patch showcases stunning creations by local artists, available for purchase alongside a rotating selection of food trucks serving seasonal treats from 5-8 PM on weekdays and 5-9 PM on weekends. Don’t forget to stop by the Conservatory’s bar for specialty cocktails like the Jac o Lantern and Spiced Pear Gimlet, available until 9:30 PM on weekends.
A unique opportunity for members allows them to carve their own pumpkins to be featured in the display, while aspiring artists can take part in the Hot Shop Pumpkin Classes to create colorful glass pumpkins.
Pumpkins Aglow is one of of the best ways to enjoy this time of year in the city.
Tickets are $26.50 for adults, $22.50 for seniors, $16 for kids 3-12, and you can “>purchase yours here. Half price admission is available for members. Pumpkins Aglow will run throughout the month of October. For more information, please visit fpconservatory.org.
