Bring the whole family to Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens this October for a non-spooky Halloween celebration filled with hand-painted pumpkins, creepy critters, and fun fall displays! Join us on October 19, 20, 26, and 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for some seasonal magic!
Explore over 200 artistically painted pumpkins—each with its own theme—created by local high school students! Plus, check out giant pumpkin sculptures, a 14-foot “pumpkin tree,” pumpkin mosaics, and stunning fall decor, including gourds, hay bales, and a massive 9-foot display of mums. 🌻🎨
For the brave kids, head over to the Creepy Creatures Gallery, where they can meet live tarantulas, frogs, and other fascinating critters! Want to hold a cockroach? You can from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 🕷️🐸
Kids can also enjoy hands-on activities, and don't forget to stop by the face painting station for some Halloween flair (for an extra fee)! 😄🎨
Feeling hungry? Grab delicious treats from local favorites like The Cheesesteak Shuttle, Good Good Coffee Cart, Jack & Joan’s Kettle Corn, and more! 🍔☕🍬
Admission includes access to the indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium. Members get in free, and tickets can be purchased online at HersheyGardens.org or at the door. Don't miss out on this fun-filled fall event the whole family will love! 🍁🦋
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