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“Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival 2026 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Thursday, October 1 4-9 PM ...”
highwoodpumpkinfest.com, read September 19, 2026
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival is a free street festival spread through downtown Highwood, celebrating its 17th year in 2026. It runs from a Thursday kick-off night on October 1 through Sunday, October 4.
What are the festival hours?
Thursday, October 1 from 4 to 9 PM, Friday from 4 to 10 PM, Saturday from noon to 10 PM and Sunday from noon to 9 PM.
What is there for kids?
Community pumpkin carving, two big pumpkin walls, children's and pet costume contests, trick or treating through the grounds and a full carnival with rides and games at the Highwood Metra station lot. The Great Pumpkin Wall is lit on Saturday at 7 PM.
Is there an entry fee, and can the dog come?
There is no entry fee. Leashed dogs are welcome, and there is even a pet costume contest.