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:
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 – Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Gates open at 6:30 p.m. every day, though trail entry may be held until sunset. Gates close at 10:00 p.m. from Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The latest timed entry slot is 9:30 p.m. from Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Cost
Sunday – Thursday
Adults – $15
Seniors (65+) – $13
Children (3-12) – $12
Children 2 and under are free
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 (Tickets on sale September 1st)
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!
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Offer expires August 31, 2020.