Spooky season is officially here, Atlanta! One absolute can’t-miss experience is Stone Mountain’s iconic annual Pumpkin Festival, and this year, it’s back and brighter than ever before! Keep scrolling to get all the details about this luminous event!
What is Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival?
Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival is a perfect place for families and kids (or anyone who’s young at heart)!
During the daytime, the grounds will feature show-stopping entertainment and bring story-book classics to life. And after nightfall, the park will be illuminated by glowing pumpkins, lights, laser shows, fireworks, and more ~lit~ fun!
Stone Mountain’s motto is ‘play by day, glow by night,’ and they definitely live up to it!
What can guests expect at Stone Mountain’s Pumpkin Festival?
There are SO many family fun events to check out at the Pumpkin Festival. Some of the highlights include:
- Daytime events:
- Pie eating contests with the Mad Hatter
- Hay Maze fun (brand new)
- Fairy tale scenes with pumpkins
- fall photo ops
- Summit Skyride
- Mini golf
- Nighttime events
- Pumpkin Tree lighting
- an enchanted Glow-a-Long Parade
- Pumpkin Drone & Light show
- unique themed areas
- the enchanted forest with mesmerizing lights
- Dino Glow Experience
Guests will also enjoy a variety of food and beverage options: delicious snacks, meals, and seasonal treats from the various food vendors and dining locations within the park.
Okay, I’ve gotta check this out! Details, please!
Where: Stone Mountain Park
When: September 19th – November 1st, 2026 (Friday – Sunday)
You can learn more & snag your tickets on Stone Mountain Park’s website, here!
Don’t miss out on all the fun, Atlanta! Head to Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival for a classic Atlanta fall festivity!