Light shows aren’t just for Christmas anymore!
The 2026 Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park has a theme of Play by Day, Glow by Night and it is amazing! See the section below for all the available discounts on this attraction.
The Pumpkin Festival is a special attraction that takes place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
The attraction opens on Saturday, Sept. 19th and runs through November 1st, 2026.
It’s also open on Columbus Day, Monday, October 12th.
The fun starts in the afternoon, and the glow attractions light up at dusk.
If you go by day, you can enjoy most of the regular park attractions.
But the immersive Glow By Night experience is where it’s at! This year’s glow display is even bigger and brighter, with plenty of nighttime experiences that are perfect for date night as well as for families.
Details below!
Details for the Pumpkin Festival attraction
Pumpkin Festival Play by Day, Glow by Night is a gated event. That means you’ll need either a daily Attractions Pass or annual Mountain Membership to access the event and the attractions.
The All-Attractions Pass is regularly priced at $39.95.
Remember, you’ll pay $20 to park at Stone Mountain — so it’s often worth it to invest in a $40 annual parking pass if you’ll go more than once in a year. Your pass is good for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Visit the Pumpkin Festival web page
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Stone Mountain Park
Hi there! Do you have to pay extra for each of the activities once you enter the Pumpkin Festival? Or are all of the activities included with the all-attractions pass entry ticket? I’m especially thinking that the Mad Hatter tea party games and pie eating context would cost extra, but can’t find info anywhere. Thanks!