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Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

A wooded trail of more than 5,000 carved, glowing pumpkins with a trivia game built into the carvings. Oct. 31 is an adults-only night, and tickets are online only and usually sell out.

$23–$30 adults, $19–$26 kids
When
5 dates, Oct 23 – Nov 1
Cost
$23–$30 adults, $19–$26 kids; 2 and under free; parking $10 for non-members
Best ages
Not posted
Where
Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley

Hours

Friday, October 23Fri–Sat 5:30 p.m.–midnight; Sun 5:30–11 p.m.; timed entry
Saturday, October 24Fri–Sat 5:30 p.m.–midnight; Sun 5:30–11 p.m.; timed entry
Sunday, October 25Fri–Sat 5:30 p.m.–midnight; Sun 5:30–11 p.m.; timed entry
Friday, October 30Fri–Sat 5:30 p.m.–midnight; Sun 5:30–11 p.m.; timed entry
Sunday, November 1Fri–Sat 5:30 p.m.–midnight; Sun 5:30–11 p.m.; timed entry

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Address
Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley Open in Maps ↗

Last checked on mnzoo.org. Plans change, so check the official page before you load the car.

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