Hours:
Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays – Dusk until 9pm
Friday & Saturdays – Dusk until 10:00pm
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Get ready for an unforgettable family adventure at Shepherd’s PumpkinFest, Branson’s favorite pumpkin patch and fall festival. Whether you’re searching for things to do in Branson in October or planning a full day at the pumpkin patch, PumpkinFest delivers breathtaking fall views and entertaining activities for the whole family.
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 pumpkin patch and festival grounds.
All new in 2026
Sleepy Hollow, the Headless Horseman rides again, plus a Spooky Hayride running evenings from September 12 through October 24.
(*additional charges apply to paint pumpkins and scarecrow building.)
PUMPKINS AGLOW – ENCHANTED NIGHT WALK
Experience Branson’s most enchanting night-time adventure! Evenings Sept 12 – Oct 31
Pumpkins Aglow Trail Opens at Dusk: Fridays–Sundays + select weekdays. see calendar at ticket purchase for details.
Step into a glowing fall wonderland with thousands of illuminated pumpkins, whimsical displays, and magical surprises around every corner of this half mile trail.
Hours:
Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays – Dusk until 9pm
Friday & Saturdays – Dusk until 10:00pm
SAVE UP TO $12 PER PERSON with our Great Pumpkin Ticket and get both PumpkinFest and Pumpkins Aglow starting at just $39.95.
HAUNTED COPPERHEAD MOUNTAIN COASTER NIGHTS
Experience a Halloween-themed Copperhead Mountain Coaster ride on Fridays and Saturdays night through October 31st. Watch out for our spooky effects and decorations as you ride the uptrack. Join us for a fun family-friendly night to get in the Halloween spirit!
Hours:
Friday & Saturday in October – Dusk to 10pm
*October 12-15 – Dusk to 8:00pm
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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.
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SHEPHERD’S ULTIMATE FALL PASS – $75.00
Save over $25 per ticket when you purchase this Ultimate bundle: Includes all of the above PumpkinFest activities on Shepherd’s Adventure Park activities + Pumpkins Aglow – Enchanted Night Walk! PLUS! Your choice of shows at Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Theatre – Sleepy Hollow or The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama! PLUS, it includes The Amazing Kids Show (FREE) at 2 PM Saturdays & Sundays through October.
THE GREAT PUMPKIN PASS STARTING AT $39.95:
Save over $12 per ticket when you purchase this popular bundle: Includes all of the PumpkinFest activities on Shepherd’s Adventure Park activities + Pumpkins Aglow – Enchanted Night Walk! PLUS, it includes The Amazing Kids Show (FREE) at 2 PM Saturdays & Sundays through October.
SUPER TICKET STARTING AT $49.95:
Includes PumpkinFest at Shepherds Adventure Park, as well as one ride on Copperhead Mountain Coaster and one session on SkyTrek Ropes Course! PLUS, it also includes The Amazing Kids Show (FREE) at 2:00 pm Saturdays & Sundays through October.
STONE & TANEY COUNTY LOCAL $15 TICKET for PumpkinFest Admission Only: Show your ID at park entrance ticket booth to receive $15 tickets! Restrictions apply. Limited to family members living in same home.
SAVE UP TO $12 PER PERSON with our Great Pumpkin Ticket and get both PumpkinFest and Pumpkins Aglow STARTING AT 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.
Shepherd’s PumpkinFest is Branson’s fall festival and pumpkin patch, featuring hayrides, pumpkin picking and painting, scarecrow making, and family-friendly attractions at Shepherd’s Adventure Park. The 2026 season runs September 12 through October 31.
Yes. Guests can pick out and paint their own pumpkins as part of the PumpkinFest experience, along with photo ops at the pumpkin house and the iconic pumpkin chair throughout the festival grounds.
October is peak season at Shepherd’s PumpkinFest, with the pumpkin patch, hayrides, and fall festival activities running Fridays through Sundays and select Wednesdays and Thursdays. Guests can also add Pumpkins Aglow for an evening visit or Sleepy Hollow for a spookier night out, making PumpkinFest one of the easiest ways to fill a Branson October itinerary in a single stop.
The General Ticket includes entry to the farm and activities such as Lil’ Pete’s Net Ventures, Barnyard Animals, the 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, Tunnel Slide, Pumpkin Painting, Stomp Lights, Arcade Room, Photo-Ops, Treehouses, Inspiration Tower, and the Treetop Sky Trail Rope Bridges.
The General Ticket includes farm and activity access as well as the Amazing Kids Show. The Great Pumpkin Ticket includes everything in the General Ticket plus Pumpkins Aglow, and The Amazing Kids Show on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm (Advanced Booking Required)
Yes. Guests with a Stone or Taney County ID can receive $15 tickets at the ticket booth.
Pumpkins Aglow is an add-on night experience featuring thousands of illuminated pumpkins and glowing displays along an evening trail. It can be added to any PumpkinFest ticket for $12 and opens at dusk on Fridays through Sundays and select weekdays. Most PumpkinFest activities are closed during the night walk.
Sleepy Hollow is a new evening experience for 2026, featuring the Headless Horseman and a Spooky Hayride. It runs evenings from September 12 through October 24.
No. Tickets are valid for the selected date only. Children ages 3 and under receive free general admission, and the last ticket is sold one hour before closing.
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!
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
