Pumpkins After Dark at Storybook Gardens

Name: Pumpkins After Dark at Storybook Gardens
Start: 2026-10-02T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-31
Location: Storybook Gardens

Storybook Gardens Byron

About

Pumpkins After Dark takes over Storybook Gardens with more than 10,000 hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns on a walk-through trail. Every pumpkin is carved by hand and lit from inside, so the scenes glow as you pass.

The themed scenes include dinosaurs, a castle, legends and On the Road. There are live pumpkin carving demonstrations, seasonal treats and photo stops along the way. Kids get a trick or treat area, and the whole trail is built without jump scares.

The London run adds a Bee Hive Maze and a scavenger hunt with Pumpkinhead Ed. Theme nights range from Halloween Movies to Villains After Dark, costumed characters work the trail, and a new show runs alongside the displays. Pet Nights are on Wednesday.

What to expect

10,000 carved pumpkins Every jack-o'-lantern on the trail is carved by hand and lit from within.
Photo stops on route There are photo spots along the trail.
No jump scares The trail is built to be friendly for young kids, with a trick or treat area worked into the walk.
Wednesday Pet Nights Wednesday is Pet Nights.
Theme nights and a new show The London run adds themed evenings such as Halloween Movies and Villains After Dark, plus a new show.