Tuesday, October 03, 2023 - Monday, October 31, 2023 SUNDAY - THURSDAY 6:30pm - 10:00pm FRIDAY - SATURDAY 6:30pm - 11:00pm

1080 Amphitheater Road Louisville, KY 40214

The trail opens when it is dark enough for maximum enjoyment, which ranges from 6:50 pm - 7:30 pm depending on weather and daylight hours as the month progresses.

Sunday - Thursday: The amphitheater gate closes at 10:00. Any guests already inside the amphitheater at that time will be allowed through the event. Friday and Saturday: The amphitheater gate closes at 11:00. Any guests already inside the amphitheater at that time will be allowed through the event.

From the Amphitheater entrance to the trail entrance is a 1/3 of a mile. The trail is an additional 1/3 of a mile, which you can enjoy at your own pace. On average, the trail itself takes 35-45 minutes to complete.

SUNDAY - THURSDAY Adults - $15 Seniors (65+) - $13 Children (3-12) - $12 Children 2 and under are free Save $2 off all tickets for 9:30p entry Sunday - Thursday FRIDAY - SATURDAY Adults - $20 Seniors (65+) - $17 Children (3-12) - $15 Children 2 and under are free Service fees and taxes are not included in ticket prices

The Amphitheater Box Office: Cash or Debit/Credit Cards Online: Debit/Credit Cards Service fees and taxes are not included in ticket prices. Service fees only apply to online ticket purchases.

September 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023 Sales in the Main Office of the Amphitheater 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursdays 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fridays October 3 - October 31, 2023 Sales at the Amphitheater Plaza Box Office 6:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m. Sunday-Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday

The time on your ticket is the start of the 1-hour time slot during which you will enter the Amphitheater. Guests can choose from several 1-hour time slots to view the show, except for the final time slot each day. The final slot on Sunday through Thursday enters the Amphitheater between 9:30 and 10:00 (when the gate closes), and the final slot on Friday and Saturday enters between 10:30 and 11:00 (when the gate closes). It is recommended you purchase your tickets in advance as time slots will sell out. Sunday through Thursday Timed ticket entry: 6:30p, 7:30p, 8:30p, and 9:30p Friday and Saturday Timed ticket entry: 6:30p, 7:30p, 8:30p, 9:30p, and 10:30p ​​PLEASE NOTE: We generally hold the 6:30 p.m. line until it gets dark enough to enjoy the pumpkins to their full extent.

Yes, the ​time on your ticket is when your line begins to enter the Amphitheater. Please expect an additional 30-45 minutes to reach the trail entrance.

Guests can save $3/person when they order at least 20 paid tickets in a single order any Sunday-Thursday. Ready to book? Complete this form.

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We do not offer refunds unless the event is closed due to hazardous weather conditions. Refund requests for event nights that are canceled are not permitted after the last night of the show, October 31, 2023.

The show goes on, rain or shine. However, in the event of dangerous weather conditions that force the show to be delayed or postponed, your tickets for that particular night will be honored on any other comparable day.

Those needing wheelchair assistance will find parking near the Amphitheater Box Office, with a valid parking permit. Drop-off will also be available near the entrance. The entrance to the Amphitheater has a wheelchair ramp located behind the box office. Please note: There are a couple of steep slopes on the trail, which is about 1/3 mile long. While all are welcome, and we do our best to accommodate, it's ultimately up to the customer and their comfort level. The trail is compacted with crushed limestone, which allows for easier mobility. We have guests who utilize wheelchairs and bring strollers each year without issue.

Passion for Pumpkins from Oxford, MA, produces Jack O’Lantern Spectacular and carves the more than 5,000 illuminated pumpkins you see on the trail. Passion for Pumpkins is a professional multi-media company that produces shows in Providence, RI and Minneapolis, MN.

The pumpkin carvers keep carving and enhancing the displays throughout the show. They replace the pumpkins every 3 – 6 days, depending on weather conditions.

Yes, you may take pictures as long as you do not impede the view or the flow of traffic on the trail. We do not allow flash photography.

We love our volunteers and would not be able to function without them, so we appreciate your willingness to help. We will update this FAQ and post on our social media when a sign-up form is available.

For the safety and wellbeing of our guests, only service animals are allowed on the trail.