Date & Time: October 7–11, 14–18, 21–25 & 28–November 1, 2026 — 5–9 PM Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays; 5–10 PM Fridays & Saturdays
Venue: Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203
Fall evenings during Pumpkins Aglow offer bewitching scenes and spooky surprises. Step into the autumn wonderland — Franklin Park Conservatory’s signature fall experience! Explore dazzling displays filled with pirates, spooky pumpkins, under-the-sea mermaids, and performing skeletons. Enjoy beloved favorites like the pumpkin house and the singing pumpkin patch, then show off your dance moves on the light-up dance floor. Complete your evening with interactive games, live entertainment nightly from 6–8 PM, and refreshments from nightly food trucks, the Garden Café and the Watershed Bar.
All ages. This event occurs after general admission and requires a special engagement ticket. Reserving tickets is strongly recommended, as many dates sell out.