Dates: October 1 - 31 (Fridays - Sundays)
Times:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Fridays & Sundays
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM with Lasershow at 8:00 PM on Saturdays
Come out and enjoy some cooler weather at Atlanta's favorite place to celebrate the fall season. Now in it's 8th year, Stone Mountain Park's annual Pumpkin Festival has become a family favorite with kids and parents alike.
Throughout weekends in October enjoy attractions, entertainment, activities and fall decorations that are fun for all ages.
Entrance to the Pumpkin Festival is included in the Adventure Pass; $27 (plus tax) for adults and $21 (plus tax) for children ages 3-11. Vehicle Entry to Stone Mountain Park is $10 for a one day parking permit or $35 for an annual permit.
Discount tickets are available at Kroger.
If you're planning to enjoy Pumpkin Festival on a fall Saturday, plan to come early and stay into the evening with our Gold Family Value Pass available exclusively online. Save up to 30% with this very special offer that includes four all-attraction Adventure Passes, four meal tickets and VIP reserved seating at the Lasershow with unlimited popcorn and a soft drink. Click here for details.
Event Highlights include:
–NEW! Dress Your Own Scarecrow aka DYOS – You have seen them in gardens, as well as the movies, now it’s time to make your very own. From crazy hair to crazy clothes; create the newest member of the family! Located within the Expo area, adjacent to the Dogwood Entertainment Venue (Crows not included)
–Kids Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt – Back by popular demand! Look for the clues hidden amongst the scarecrows to answer the questions and earn your reward. It’s sure to be a sweet treat!
–The Great Pumpkin Puppet Parade – Parents and kids, grab a pumpkin puppet and get in on the fun as we present the Third Annual Great Pumpkin Puppet Parade, where there’s sure to be dancing in the streets! Those wishing to be in the parade and/or costume contest should arrive 10 minutes early at the Dogwood. You do not need to be in costume to participate in the parade. 3pm on Friday and Sunday. 1pm and 4pm on Saturday.
–Children’s Costume Contest – All costumed kids are welcome to join in the Costume Contest. Judging is silly, and great fun is sure to be had by all! To be considered for the Costume Contest, you must participate in the Great Pumpkin Puppet Parade. Please arrive 10 minutes early at the Dogwood. Costume Contest immediately follows the 3pm parade on Friday and Sunday and the 4pm parade on Saturday.
–Storytelling – Kids will love these classic and contemporary autumn tales told by our fantastic storytellers.
–Pie Eating Contest – A Pumpkin Festival Favorite! Bring your competitive spirit- and your appetite- down to the Azalea stage, where gooey pies get consumed in record time. Adult and child contestants are chosen before each contest.
–Colleen and the Pesky Gnomes – Come join in the fun with this fantastic dress-up fairytale where you get to help Colleen bring music and laughter to the world! Playing at the Dogwood Entertainment Venue.
–Pumpkin Party Patch – Question: What has two eyes, a nose, and a mouth but is also orange all over? Answer: A Pumpkin Pet, of course! From dogs and cats to fish and bats…come create your very own to take home with you. The Pumpkin Party Patch also serves as the site to pick up your clues in the quest of a Successful Scavenger Hunt! Good luck!
–NEW! Adult Scavenger Hunt – A scavenger hunt for those seeking a bit more of a challenge. Answers to the questions can be found throughout the attractions area of the park. Completed scavenger hunts can be entered into a drawing for great SMP prizes.
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