For the Pumpkin Fest jack-o’-lantern contest, the Arboretum is providing pumpkins for up to 10 classrooms, student organizations, or community organizations. Orders for group pumpkins must be placed through the form below by October 8, 2025. Registrants may select 10–30 pumpkins for their group, classroom, or organization.
Pumpkin Pickup: Groups must pick up their pumpkins on Sunday, October 12, between noon and 1:00 p.m.
Jack-o’Lantern Drop-Off: Carved pumpkins must be returned on Thursday, October 16, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. or Friday, October 17, between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for participation in the Pumpkin Fest jack-o’-lantern contest. Jack-o’lanterns may be dropped off in a group or separately by individuals, but you MUST bring your tag (provided for each pumpkin when you pick up).
Please send questions to Adrienne Eichenlaub at ajw266@psu.edu.
Place Your Group Pumpkin Order
Order Deadline: October 8, while supplies last
The group order form is now closed.