We grow scary
Ticket on sale dates:
August 12-17, Member Sale
August 18, Public Sale
Dare to walk an eerily enchanting path, aglow with artist-carved pumpkins for Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns—featuring glowing tributes to Chicago sports teams, plant monsters, famous vampires, pets in Halloween costumes, and fan favorites from ten seasons of ghostly gourds. 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 four 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.
Festive food & drinks
Treat your crew to cinnamon churro bites, apple cider donuts, hot cider, spirited cocktails and more! Check out the full menu.
Calling all ghouls & goblins
Eager to don your alter ego’s attire? Costumes are encouraged at Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns.
#nightof1000jackolanterns
Post your photos with the jack-o'-lanterns on Instagram and be entered to win 2 VIP Lightscape tickets. Get the details here.
Advance tickets*
Adult: $22 member / $25 nonmember
Child: (age 3 – 12) $15 member / $17 nonmember
Child: (age 2 & under) Free
Parking: Free for members / $15 for public
Day-of tickets*
Adult: $24 member / $27 nonmember
Child: (age 3 – 12) $16 member / $18 nonmember
Child: (age 2 & under) Free
Member Parking: Free for members
Public Parking: $25 day of event
VIP tickets
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 16 while space is available. Day-of ticket pricing starts October 17 for any available slots. Prices above reflect members/nonmembers.
Parking
Parking fee applies for all general public ticket holders. 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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