Back for a Third Glowing Year!
returns to Rawhide for 2026 with even more pumpkin magic!
Back for a Third Glowing Year!
returns to Rawhide for 2026 with even more pumpkin magic!
Stroll through over 5,000 hand-carved art pumpkins in this dazzling outdoor Halloween walk-through event, perfect for families and all ages. Celebrate the fall season with an enchanting night full of lights, music, and festive wonder—right here in Phoenix!
Tickets are going fast—get yours today and join the magic before November 1!
Glowing Pumpkins is an immersive Halloween experience for all ages. Wander through hundreds of intricately hand-carved, illuminated jack-o'-lanterns and larger-than-life pumpkin displays along a scenic walking trail at the Riverwalk at Rawhide.
Explore themed areas featuring dinosaurs, under the sea, superheroes, fantasy creatures, Halloween favorites, and countless photo opportunities. Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or on a date night, Glowing Pumpkins offers a magical fall tradition unlike anything else in Arizona.
Glowing Pumpkins takes place at:
Riverwalk at Rawhide
5700 W North Loop Rd
Chandler, AZ 85226
The experience is entirely outdoors.
Most guests spend approximately 45–75 minutes enjoying the trail, depending on how often they stop for photos.
Glowing Pumpkins is open select nights from Thursday, October 1 through Sunday, November 1, 2026. Please arrive during your scheduled ticket time for the best experience.
No. Glowing Pumpkins is designed to be a fun, family-friendly Halloween experience. There are no haunted houses, scare actors, or jump scares.
Yes. The check-in area is on grass, but the entire walking trail is paved, well-lit, and accessible for wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility devices.
Strollers, wheelchairs, and other mobility devices are welcome. Wheelchairs are not available to rent onsite.
Trained service animals are welcome. Pets are not permitted.
No. Guests of all ages are welcome. Children 2 years old and younger receive free admission.
Yes! A variety of food vendors will be available throughout the event. Guests 21+ may also enjoy beverages from our full-service bar with valid ID. Several vendors also offer vegan and gluten-friendly options.
Yes. Restrooms are available onsite, and limited seating is located throughout the venue. The experience is primarily a walking trail.
Absolutely! We encourage you to take photos and tag @glowing_pumpkins on social media.
Please be courteous to other guests. Professional photography equipment, drones, and tripods are not permitted without prior approval.
No. There are no strobe lights, and because the experience is outdoors, there is no air conditioning.
Yes! Free parking is available for all guests.
Please arrive close to your scheduled ticket time to ensure a smooth check-in process.
If you arrive late, we'll accommodate you as space allows, though entry may be delayed until the next available time slot.
Add an Glowing Pumpkins operates rain or shine.
If severe weather or unsafe conditions require us to close, we'll help you reschedule your tickets for another available date. Tickets are otherwise non-refundable. to this item.
Yes! Family-friendly costumes are encouraged.
For everyone's safety, masks that completely cover the face and realistic weapons or props are not permitted.
Please do not bring:
No. Re-entry is not permitted after your ticket has been scanned.
Tickets will be available exclusively through Interactive Ticketing beginning in late August or early September 2026.
If capacity allows, tickets may also be available for purchase at the gate. Gate prices may be higher than advance online pricing.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
If your plans change, we may be able to move your tickets to another available date and time, subject to availability. Please contact us with your order number.
No. Simply present the QR code from your Interactive Ticketing confirmation email or mobile ticket at check-in.
Yes! We welcome schools, businesses, birthday parties, youth organizations, and other groups.
Please contact us in advance to discuss group rates and availability.
If you have additional questions that aren't answered here, please contact us through our website, send us a text message at 520-917-0177 or send us a message on our social media pages. We'll be happy to help!
Do you have questions about our event? Do you need special accommodations? Send us a text and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
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