Night of 1,000
Jack-o'-Lanterns
October 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 2026
6:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Let the gourd times roll
Dare to walk an eerily enchanting path aglow with artist-carved pumpkins for Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns. Among them, 75 giants tip the scales at 150 pounds each. Watch live carving in action, meet costumed characters, and enjoy playful frights around every corner. With five extra nights to explore and light bites available for purchase, it’s a spirited evening of family-friendly fun—just creepy enough to keep you on your toes.
Ticket Sales
Open to members August 4
& to the public August 11
Advance
Standard days/hours:
Adult: $24 member,
$28 nonmember
Child (age 3 – 12): $15 member,
$19 nonmember
Child (age 2 & under): Free
Parking: Free for members,
$15 nonmember
Off-peak days/hours:
Adult: $20 member,
$24 nonmember
Child (age 3 – 12): $13 member,
$17 nonmember
Child (age 2 & under): Free
Parking: Free for members,
$15 nonmember
Day Of
Standard days/hours:
Adult: $26 member,
$30 nonmember
Child (age 3 – 12): $16 member,
$20 nonmember
Child (age 2 & under): Free
Parking: Free for members,
$25 nonmember
Off-peak days/hours:
Adult: $22 member,
$26 nonmember
Child (age 3 – 12): $14 member,
$18 nonmember
Child (age 2 & under): Free
Parking: Free for members,
$25 nonmember
Museums for all
October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22
Adult: $9
Child (age 3 – 12): $4
Child (age 2 & under): Free
Parking: included with ticket
vip
President’s Circle members can purchase VIP tickets for any day and time of the event for $35 each; children ages 2 and under are free
Pricing Advance ticket pricing is available through October 7 while space is available. Day-of ticket pricing starts October 8 for any available slots. Standard days/hours are Wednesday – Thursday from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., and Friday – Sunday all evening. Off-peak days/hours are Wednesday – Thursday from 7:45 – 9:30 p.m.
Parking Parking fee applies for all general public ticket holders. Buy parking online in advance to save, or you can become a Garden member and always park for free. Parking fee does not apply to those arriving via a ride-share vehicle. Limited complimentary parking for the following: active duty U.S. military personnel and/or their families, reservists, and former POWs. Please show valid ID at the gatehouse upon entry. Note: Complimentary parking for corporate partners, reciprocal members (i.e., Morton Arboretum, Cantigny Park), and teachers link, WIC card holders, and Museum Passports does not apply to nighttime ticketed events.
Event Details This event will take place rain or shine. The Garden will close each day at 5 p.m. and will reopen at 6 p.m. for ticketed guests only (this does not include class participants). Tripods and monopods are not allowed during event hours.
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