Regional autumn and Halloween festivals scheduled for 2026

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Various regional festivals and seasonal attractions are scheduled for the 2026 autumn and Halloween seasons across the United States and the United Kingdom.

In the United States, several unique themed events are planned. Adventure Aquarium in Camden will host the ‘Fintastic Pumpkin Glow’ from September 18 through November 1, featuring underwater glowing pumpkins. The Minnesota Zoo will hold its Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular from September 25 to November 1, offering a pumpkin trail with trivia elements. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will host ‘Peace, Love & Pumpkins’ starting October 9, featuring garden trails with hand-carved jack-o-lanterns, alongside adult-oriented events like Murder Mystery Mixers.

Other community celebrations include the Jessup Farm Harvest Festival in Fort Collins, featuring scarecrow contests and a dog parade, and the Fall Harvest Festival in Sunrise. In New Jersey, Storybook Land will host the ‘Fall Into Fun Festival’ with hayrides and a pumpkin patch, while Townline Farms will hold its 2nd Annual Fall Farm Fest.

In the United Kingdom, Darts Farm will host Pumpkin Fest throughout October, offering pumpkin displays, magic shows, and local food. Additionally, Holland Fall Fest in West Michigan will feature professional pumpkin carvers and an artisan market.