A: Pumpkins After Dark is Canada’s award winning Halloween event. Witness the magic of pumpkins coming to life after dark in a one-of-a-kind walk through experience. Featuring over 6000+ hand carved pumpkins, 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!

A: We use a combination of synthetic and real pumpkins throughout the event. It has taken our team years to perfect our synthetic pumpkin recipe to allow us to carve and create our displays as if they are real. Every pumpkin is hand-carved by Canadian artists, using 2D and 3D techniques. Our large installations are made of specialty craft pumpkins (a unique low density foam) to mimic the texture and density of a real pumpkin. Since these pumpkins won’t rot, our artists can design and build larger, even more impressive displays.

A: It takes our team of pumpkin carvers a year to create the displays. All pumpkins are hand drawn and carved by Canadian artists.

 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.

A: Yes, photography and videos are allowed for personal use. Please do not cross any fencing or touch displays.

A: Porta potties are accessible at the start and end of the pathway. Please make sure to use the facilities prior to entering the path.

A: Snack and Treat food trucks are located inside the event.

The 15 minute time slots are the arrival times to control the flow of guests arriving to the event. The pumpkin pathway takes approx. 1 hour to walk, plus there are other on-site activities such as food trucks, live pumpkin carving and more!

A: Tickets must be purchased online in advance.
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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.
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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: Tickets will not be refunded or exchanged. The event will operate rain, shine or snow. Please dress accordingly.

However, if extreme weather or other conditions pose a threat to the safety of our visitors and staff, the event that day may be cancelled, and a new date will be provided. Check our website and social media channels for updates as well as your inbox for updates.

All email correspondence will be sent to the email the tickets were purchased under. 

A: After completing your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email from Showpass, the tickets will be attached as PDFs. If you do not receive an email or cannot locate your tickets please visit the Accessing Your Tickets help page.

A: All tickets are non-refundable, as stated in the terms and conditions agreed to prior to successfully completing any ticket purchase.

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.

Adult (17+): $21.95

Youth (4-16): $17.95

Children under 3 are free.

Price does not include fees and taxes. 

A: Discounts are offered for groups of 20+ people, not for profits and youth groups. For more information please email yegtickets@lanternevents.ca

A: Pumpkins After Dark accepts the Access 2 pass for free admission to aides and care-givers. Please present your card at check-in.

A: After completing your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email from Showpass, the tickets will be attached as PDFs. If you do not receive an email or cannot locate your tickets please visit the Accessing Your Tickets help page.

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Early: Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes prior to the time on your ticket.

Late: We will do our best to honor your ticket by fitting you in on another time slot. However, we can not guarantee access. Please note, missed dates will not be refunded.

Event doors close 15 minutes after the last entry time.

A: The pathway is roughly 1km, most guests spend 45 to 90 minutes at the Show. Pumpkins After Dark is self-paced, please remember to take your time, create memories, and take photos along the way! Pumpkins After Dark is a one-way walkthrough with no re-entry.

• Main Entrance: 10:15pm

Event doors close 15 minutes after the last entry time.

• Food Trucks: 10:30pm
• Merchandise Store: 10:30pm
• Pathway: 11pm
• Pumpkin Store: 11pm

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.

A: Yes, the park is stroller friendly with a ramp to access the pathway. Please note the pumpkin pathway is mostly paved, however there are areas with slight inclines, declines, uneven and soft surface terrain.

A: No, please leave your pets at home.
Service animals are permitted. 

A: Pumpkins After Dark Edmonton is located at Borden Park. The main entrance is located on the north side of the park.

A: Warning: This event contains strobe, bright and flashing lights that are not suitable for those with photosensitive epilepsy and may cause discomfort for people with other medical conditions. Other special effects include fog machines and blacklights. The event incorporates music and sound effects that may cause discomfort to people suffering from sensitivity to loud sounds.

Pick up your pre-purchased items at the Box Office when you redeem your admission ticket(s) at the event.

Pre-purchased products will be issued a separate QR code in the same email as your tickets.

Admission tickets and products can be found in your confirmation email and under your Showpass account.

A: By entering this event you consent to photography, audio recording, video recording and the release for publication to be used for news, promotional purposes, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, and any other purpose by Lantern Events Inc.

If you wish to not have your photo taken, please let the individual taking the photo know or contact Show Management.