A One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Magical Experience This Fall
Perfect for all ages, explore the magic of Pumpkinferno, a nighttime walk-through experience where over 9,000 hand-crafted pumpkins come to life in a spectacular display of artistry and creativity along the streets and paths of Upper Canada Village’s historic landscape.
Did you know? Pumpkinferno is the trailblazer in Canada, originating right here at Upper Canada Village in 2012! This multi-award-winning event continues to captivate visitors with its innovative and breathtaking displays that range from whimsical and enchanting to spooky and mysterious.
New exhibits are added each year! Delicious harvest dining, plus fall treats, shopping, and children’s play stations add to the experience. Open select nights from late September through October. Tickets are limited, so book your preferred night online in advance!
Event runs rain or shine, dress appropriately. Train is subject to availability. All guests, including children 0-4, must have a ticket. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
| Dates & Times |
| October 1, 2025 7:00 pm - October 5, 2025 10:30 pm |
| October 9, 2025 7:00 pm - October 13, 2025 10:30 pm |
| October 16, 2025 7:00 pm - October 19, 2025 10:30 pm |
| October 23, 2025 6:30 pm - October 26, 2025 10:30 pm |
| October 30, 2025 6:30 pm - November 1, 2025 10:30 pm |
| Admissions |
| Adult (19-64) |
$23 (Plus HST) |
| Senior (65+) |
$22 (Plus HST) |
| Student (13-18) |
$21 (Plus HST) |
| Youth (5-12) |
$21 (Plus HST) |
| Child (0-4) |
Free |
| Accessibility Night |
$23 (Plus HST) |
The Story Behind the Pumpkins
The pumpkins have been designed and carved by a talented group of young artists from the Eastern Ontario region. These designers and carvers were selected based on their penchant for design, whether in their field of study or as a personal hobby. They embark on this monumental project every spring, designing, carving, and constructing the amazing array of pumpkin-carved installations you will discover on your tour. Each spring through summer, a group of new and returning designer/carvers create all that you will see that is new and vibrant, added to our collection of amazing exhibits at Pumpkinferno!
Pumpkin Carving Tutorial:
Looking for a spook-tacular fun activity for at home or in school? We’ve got a fantastic pumpkin carving tutorial for you to enjoy. Step-by-step instructions, creative carving ideas, and insider tips from our Pumpkinferno pumpkin pros are all waiting for you.
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Pumpkinferno Displays
The carved pumpkins you will see at Pumpkinferno are realistic, artificial pumpkins, whose forms have been shaped from molds of real pumpkins.
Before You Visit
- Tickets are on sale exclusively online.
- Pumpkinferno has limited capacity and most nights are expected to sell out.
- To secure your desired date & time, purchase your tickets in advance prior to arrival, as a limited number of entries are available per evening and per time slot.
- Plan to arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before to your scheduled time.
- All ticket sales are final as such are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
Pumpkinferno is a family event, and all are welcome.
Located at 13740 County Road 2, Morrisburg, Ontario.
The last ticket is available for the 9:00pm- 9:30pm time slot. The event closes at 10:30pm.
Parking is available at no charge onsite.
This event primarily takes place outdoors. Please dress according to the weather.
The Pumpkinferno experience is approximately 40 minutes.
Yes, the train will be running during Pumpkinferno evenings. The train will cost $8 plus tax per person and tickets will only be sold at the station. The train will run from 6:30 to 9:00 pm with the last run leaving the station at 9pm.
Only service animals are permitted.
- Yes, you are encouraged to take photos/videos and share on social media, but please avoid using a flash. Our event hashtag is #Pumpkinferno and #UpperCanadaVillage.
- For the safety and privacy of our visitors, the use of drones is not permitted.
- If you are media, please contact us so that arrangements can be coordinated:
Contact Us
Yes! Pumpkinferno receives a refreshing makeover annually. Our creative team and partners put in dedicated effort during the spring and summer months to bring you fan favorites and many brand-new exhibits.
- As Pumpkinferno is an outdoor event, it will be offered rain or shine. In the chance of extreme inclement weather, we may choose to close and will post cancelled evenings on Upper Canada Village’s social media channels @UpperCanadaVill and website.
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Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
Accessibility
The Village will be offering Accessibility Nights on the following nights:
- October 1, 8 and 15 from 7pm – 9pm
Guests or groups with limited mobility or sensory processing issues can ride in the comfort of their own vehicles to view Pumpkinferno.
The Pumpkinferno tour is designed along an open route that will ensure you enjoy ample viewing space of the exhibits throughout your tour. The experience takes place outdoors and is designed to accommodate mobility aids such as wheelchairs (though can be affected by weather conditions).
Season Pass Holder
As a SLPC ONePass or Events Pass holder, you can present your pass onsite for any date and time. Please note that any accompanying guests without passes will require tickets booked in advance.
Retail & Dining
Willard’s Hotel
- Open for service
- Reservations start at 5:30pm with a 7pm Pumpkinferno entry ticket.
- For reservations please call, 613-330-9266.
Harvest Barn
- Open for service
- Reservations start at 6pm with a 7pm Pumpkinferno entry ticket.
- For reservations please call, 613-330-9266.
BeaverTails
Yes, the Village Store will be open and will be accessible upon the exit of the event.
