September 12 - October 31
PumpkinFest 2026 Season Dates: Sept 12 – Oct 31
ALL NEW IN 2026! YOUR FALL FUN JUST GOT FALLY’ER!
Extended Hours: 10 am until 10 pm!
Spooky Hayrides – Evenings Sept 12-Oct 25. (Daytime hayrides will also be available on these dates.)
NEW SHOW: Sleepy Hollow – The Headless Horseman Rides Again at the Old Mill Outdoor Theatre
Get ready for an unforgettable family adventure, day or night, at Shepherd’s PumpkinFest – your fun-filled pumpkin fall festival in Branson, MO! Only at Shepherd of the Hills. Enjoy breathtaking fall views of the Ozark Mountains as you stroll through Shepherd’s Adventure Park. Take in all the festival activities, plus check out the rides and shows!
Create family memories with delightful hayrides, picking out and *painting pumpkins, and even the chance to make your own *scarecrow. Don’t forget to capture picture-perfect moments in front of the pumpkin house, iconic pumpkin chair and many more photo ops throughout the festival. There are plenty of fall time attractions to delight everyone.
*additional charges apply to painting pumpkins and scarecrow building.)
Fridays – Sundays & select Wednesdays and Thursdays
Pumpkins Aglow NOW on sale!
Experience Branson’s most enchanting night-time adventure!
2026 Season: Sept 12 – Oct 31
Pumpkins Aglow Trail Opens at Dusk: Fridays–Sundays + select weekdays
Step into a glowing fall wonderland with thousands of illuminated pumpkins, whimsical displays, and magical surprises around every corner.
GENERAL TICKET STARTING AT $29.95 ADULT / $27.95 CHILD, plus tax & fees: Includes entry to PumpkinFest on Shepherd’s Adventure Park with over 30 activities, such as: The iconic Inspiration tower, Lil’ Pete’s Net Ventures, Treetop Sky Trail Bridges, Old Matt’s Cabin, The Story Barn, Treehouses, Barnyard Animals, Jump Pad, Double Barrel Tube Slide, Hayride, Kid’s Corn Pit, Bounce House, 9-Hole Mini Golf, Lil’ Pete’s Playland, Kid’s Obstacle Course, Stomp Lights, Barn Maze, Tunnel Slide, Pumpkin Painting & Scarecrow building opportunities (pumpkins & scarecrows are priced separately) Arcade Room, Photo-Ops and more.
GREAT PUMPKIN TICKET STARTING AT $39.95: Includes all of the above PumpkinFest activities on Shepherd’s Adventure Park activities + Pumpkins Aglow – Enchanted Night Walk!
SUPER TICKET FOR $49.95: Includes PumpkinFest on Shepherds Adventure Park, as well as one ride on Copperhead Mountain Coaster and one session on SkyTrek Ropes Course!
STONE & TANEY COUNTY LOCAL $15 TICKET: Show your ID at the ticket booth and receive $15 tickets!
Tickets are good for the selected date only. Ages 3 & under are free general admission. Last ticket sold an hour before closing. Super Ticket attraction - Ropes course last session will be one hour before closing.
Flash Sale Tickets are good for any date of the season. Ages 3 & under are free general admission. Coaster, Ropes Course, & Hayride close an hour before closing. ALL SALES FINAL.
Pumpkins Aglow: Branson’s Enchanted Night Experience
Add-on to your PumpkinFest ticket for only $12, or for the best value, buy our Great Pumpkin Ticket and get both PumpkinFest and Pumpkins Aglow for just $39.95.
Pumpkins Aglow 2026 Season Dates: Sept 12 – Oct 31
Experience the magic of fall at Pumpkins Aglow, Branson’s only enchanted night walk—a glowing outdoor fall family adventure. The trail opens at dusk, revealing thousands of illuminated pumpkins, whimsical displays, and glowing surprises around every corner. *Some Pumpkinfest activities (pumpkin painting and scarecrow building) will be closed during the night walk.
Pumpkins Aglow Starts at Dusk. Fridays – Sundays & select weekdays. Check calendar for details.
PUMPKINFEST ATTRACTIONS
Over 30+ Activities! ALL Included at NO additional cost!
SUPER TICKET ATTRACTIONS
Enjoy all the Pumpkinfest activities, plus the mountain coaster and ropes course for one low price! Bundled Ticket Options are available to add park rides!
2025 CALENDAR
PARK MAP
DISCOUNT WEEKENDS
PumpkinFest Discount Weekends
During select weekends, we’re thanking local HEROES! See below the dates and hero. One free ticket with ID or badge. Tickets only at window.
Sept 20th-Sept 21st: Healthcare Workers & First Responders (EMTs, Paramedics, Firefighters, and Police Officers)
Sept 26th-Sept 28th: Active-Duty Military & Teachers
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