It’s time to step into Halloween magic! As the sun sets, the jack-o’-lanterns start to glow at Pumpkins After Dark, Canada’s largest Halloween festival. This family-friendly, walk-through experience offers fall fun for all ages. Pumpkin sculptures and displays are lit and curated to music, sounds, and special effects. And just because you’ve visited before doesn’t mean you’ve seen this show – this will be the most immersive, magical season yet! Expect terrific enhancements, new features, and theme nights in 2026.
Pumpkins After Dark 2026
Pumpkins After Dark runs Thursdays to Sundays, September 25 – October 31, 2026, at WinSport, Canada Olympic Park. As Canada’s award-winning Halloween event, it features over 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins and Halloween enchantment for the whole family. The event does sell out, so be sure you get your tickets early.
Watch pumpkins come to life during this nighttime, family-friendly experience. Explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds, and special effects. It’s designed to provide 45 minutes to an hour of wonder, thrills, and fun. Take your time and take advantage of all the photo ops. Plus, stay tuned for special theme nights!
This event is suitable for all ages. There is nothing too scary for your little ones, and your big ones will be amazed by the creativity. Past years have included pumpkins with classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs and dragons, movies, and pop culture icons. Local Canadian artists have designed and created these amazing displays.
In addition to the pumpkin-lined walking path, your family will also find other on-site features, like live pumpkin-carving demos. Enjoy fall treats and sweets as roaming Halloween performers entertain you. Be sure to check out the fun seasonal merchandise, too! Take advantage of Instagram-worthy photo opportunities and enjoy the best of the season.
Pumpkins After Dark will become a Halloween tradition, as it also inspires your own Halloween decorating. Buy your tickets here, grab the kids, and plan an enchanting family night this fall with spellbinding jack-o’-lanterns!
Pumpkins After Dark:
Date: Thursdays to Sundays, September 25 – October 31, 2026
Time: Pathway opens at sunset and closes at 11 PM (Last entry is 10 PM)
Venue: WinSport Canada Olympic Park
Address: 88 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary, AB
Website: www.pumpkinsafterdark.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pumpkinsafterdarkyyc
Instagram: www.instagram.com/pumpkinsafterdarkyyc
