Dracula’s Haunted Castle
Ages 13+
A walk-through attraction featuring winding corridors and jump scares, designed for thrill seekers.
NEW FOR 2026
What’s New in Milton
New experiences, special ticket options, and one-of-a-kind nights are waiting along the trail.
NEW EXPERIENCES
Bee Hive Maze
All ages
Explore winding hexagonal tunnels as you make your way through our brand-new Bee Hive Maze.
Ticket Options
Discount Thursdays
October 1, 8, 22 & 29
Experience the magic of Pumpkins After Dark at a special discounted price every Thursday.
Preferred Parking
Paid parking with a spot closer to the event entrance.
Daily VIP
Available daily
Come anytime with access to the Pumpkin Path and Bee Hive Maze.
The Works
Ages 13+
Access to the Pumpkin Path, Bee Hive Maze, and Dracula’s Haunted Castle.
Theme Nights
Adult Night
October 15 · Ages 19+
A licensed evening with local craft beer by Third Moon Brewery, tarot card readers, a live DJ, and all-access admission to the show, haunt, and maze.
Pet Nights
October 14, 21 & 28
Enjoy Pumpkins After Dark with your four-legged friend.
Villains After Dark
October 11
Meet costumed characters inspired by iconic villains and snap a photo with your favourites as you explore the trail.
Halloween Movies
October 15
Meet costumed characters inspired by classic Halloween movies, including an appearance by the Ontario Ghostbusters.
Once Upon a Time
October 25
Meet costumed characters inspired by beloved fairy tales and snap a photo with your favourites as you explore the trail.
Fun Things to See & Do
World Tour
Travel the world through the eyes of Halloween with displays organized by continent. Pick up a passport and collect a stamp or letter in each continent to spell a word.
Brand New Show
Discover dancing leprechauns, a larger-than-life Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum and Greek mythology, a moving windmill and Holland flower field, Mount Scaremore, and a moving aquarium.
Pumpkinhead Ed Scavenger Hunt
Pumpkinhead Ed has escaped and is hiding on the grounds. Find Ed, snap a photo, and tag @findpumpkinheaded for your chance to win a grand prize.
Interactive Fun
Explore word searches, puzzles, pumpkin toss games, a trick-or-treat area, and stop by the Witches’ Brew to collect your slime bottle courtesy of The Lab.
Great Photo Opportunities
More photo opportunities this year—bigger and better. Share your best fall photo and tag #pumpkinsafterdarkmilton.
Costumed Actors
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ABOUT THE EVENT
A Canadian Halloween Tradition
Pumpkins After Dark transforms an evening out into a memorable Halloween experience. Explore illuminated pumpkin displays, enjoy live entertainment and pumpkin carving demonstrations, indulge in seasonal treats, and capture incredible photos along the way. Perfect for families, friends, and Halloween lovers of all ages.
Introducing the 2026 Pumpkins After Dark World Tour!
Explore brand-new displays by continent in this year's global Halloween experience:
- ✓New World Tour displays by continent
- ✓Find the escaped Pumpkinhead Ed
- ✓Dracula's Haunted Castle
- ✓New Bee Hive Maze
- ✓Wednesday Pet Nights
- ✓Discount Thursdays
- ✓Sunday Theme Nights
- ✓Thursday October 15th Adult Night
- ✓Live pumpkin carving demonstrations
- ✓Fall treats, photo ops galore, and more!
THE EXPERIENCE
Carved by Hand. Lit by Night.
EVENT LOCATION
Getting There
VenueCountry Heritage Park
A limited number of on-site Preferred Parking passes are available for purchase. Purchase your Preferred Parking pass here: https://milton.xpresstix.ca
Onsite parking is free.
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
A Family Favourite
"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!"
"Exceeded our expectations! Such a cool event and worth checking out."
"Incredible talent! The people that do these carvings.... amazing! Make it a "must do", on your list!"
"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!"
"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!"
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
