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Edmonton 2023
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Pumpkins After Dark is Canada’s award-winning outdoor Halloween event. Featuring over 6,000+ hand-carved pumpkins, this one-of-a-kind walk-through experience is the must-see event of the fall season.
Explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds and special effects. With classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs and dragons, movie and pop culture icons – this family friendly event has something for everyone. Make Pumpkins After Dark your new annual tradition!
Come join us in Edmonton this fall!
- Celebration of all things Halloween
- Live pumpkin carving demonstrations
- Fall treats & sweets
- Fun for the entire family!
- Instagram worthy photo ops



Edmonton
Event Location & Getting There
September 22 - October 31, 2023
Borden Park
Pumpkins After Dark Edmonton is located at Borden Park. The main entrance is located on the North side of the park near the Band Shell. Public parking and public transit options available.
Parking Map and How to Get To Pumpkins After Dark Information: View Here
Public Transit: Edmonton Trip Planner
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions that we receive about the event. If you still have questions, please send us an email!
A: Tickets are available for online purchase only. No on-site ticket sales.
Please note that tickets are date and time specific. Please ensure you are purchasing the ticket for the correct date.
BUY TICKETS HERE
A: Tickets may be exchanged for a different date and or time (subject to availability). Please note that missed dates cannot be rescheduled or refunded. Tickets cannot be exchanged within 24 hours of your scheduled time to attend.
As a current ticket holder, you have the ability to exchange your tickets for any available alternative dates and times on your own using the Exchange Tickets button. This can be found by visiting your invoices page when logged into your Showpass account. Instructions on exchanges can be found here. Additional ticket change fees may apply.
Please note, if you checked out as a guest, you will need to connect your tickets to a Showpass Account to access the exchange ticket feature. Instructions on how to connect your tickets to a Showpass Account can be found HERE.
A: Yes, this is a family friendly event. The majority of displays are child friendly which include superheroes and Disney characters. There are a few displays of classic horror monsters and zombies, no blood or gore and nothing jumps out.
There are different degrees of wheelchair accessibility throughout the event. The pumpkin pathway is mostly paved, however there are areas with slight inclines, declines, uneven, and soft surface terrain. The pre-show area takes place on a grass field and may be difficult to access. Where possible we have made adjustments for accessibility.
*To make your experience as comfortable as possible, we recommend that you have assistance when you attend the event. Some areas may be difficult to navigate and will require assistance.
What People Are Saying
Absolutely Amazing! Beyond my expectations….. The work and talent that went into every piece is mind blowing! The event itself is so well organized. I can’t wait to go back next year!Karen, Hamilton ON
Exceeded our expectations! Such a cool event and worth checking out.Carolyn, Calgary AB
Incredible talent! The people that do these carvings.... amazing! Make it a "must do", on your list!Daphne, Calgary AB
This is a magnificent event. Well run and organized. The carvings are a delight and very imaginative. Watching the live pumpkin carving was quite a learning experience. Overall, a wonderful experience and I can't wait to see what they do next year!Stephen, Milton ON
Awesome new event in town! Take your time and really enjoy the artwork and talents. Best thing this October has to offer! Check it out and it's perfect for a family outing! Mark, Calgary AB