The Jack O’Lantern Spectacular has been thrilling audiences at Louisville, Kentucky’s Iroquois Park for over a decade with its nearly mile-long tour of artfully carved pumpkins.
The “organic art show,” produced by Oxford, Massachusetts’ Passion for Pumpkins, displays more than 5,000 illuminated pumpkins crafted by local artists paired with themed vignettes, music and special events throughout October.
Dates:
October 1, 2024 – November 2, 2024
Gates open at 6:30 p.m. every day, though trail entry may be held until sunset.
Sunday – Thursday: The amphitheater gate closes at 10:00. Any guests already inside the amphitheater at that time will be allowed through the event.
Friday and Saturday: The amphitheater gate closes at 11:00. Any guests already inside the amphitheater at that time will be allowed through the event.
Cost
Sunday – Thursday
Adults – $15
Seniors (65+) – $13
Children (3-12) – $12
Children 2 and under are free
Save $2 off all tickets for 9:30p entry Sunday – Thursday
Friday & Saturday
Adults – $20
Seniors (65+) – $17
Children (3-12) – $15
Children 2 and under are free
Available for purchase online and at the Iroquois Amphitheater Box Office.
Trail opens at dusk.
Timed ticket entry to the amphitheater: 6:30p, 7:30p, 8:30p, and 9:30p (plus 10:30p on Fri & Sat)
Click HERE for tickets
Location:
Iroquois Park, Louisville, Kentucky ~ Entrance at the intersection of New Cut Road and Kenwood Road. For GPS – Use 1801 Amphitheater Road as your destination.
Parking:
There is free parking in Iroquois Park, but please allow time to find a place and walk to the entrance. There is handicapped parking available directly adjacent to the ticket sales.
• Nightly illumination
• Entertainment for the whole family
• 5,000 illuminated pumpkins with more than 100 pumpkins carved into veritable works of art
• Presented, each year, in newly themed scenes, with music
• Proceeds benefit the Louisville Parks Foundation
You can enjoy a day trip to Louisville and stick around for the pumpkins or stay the night for a quick family road trip vacation! Find more fun for your family while you’re in Louisville with Louisville Family Fun!
Photo map above from a previous year. Check their website online for any updates.
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Offer expires August 31, 2020.