Niagara Falls Pumpkin Trail returns November 1 with new decorating competition
NIAGARA FALLS, ON – Give your jack-o'-lanterns a second chance to shine! The City of Niagara Falls invites residents to bring their Halloween pumpkins to Firemen's Park on Sunday, November 1, for the annual Pumpkin Trail event, featuring a new Pumpkin Spirit Decorating Competition.
Residents can drop off their carved pumpkins between 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. to help create a glowing trail through the park. From 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., families, friends and neighbours are invited to explore the illuminated display and enjoy one last look at the community's Halloween creations.
New this year: Pumpkin Spirit Decorating Competition
Residents looking to show off their pumpkin-decorating skills can register for the new Pumpkin Spirit Decorating Competition.
Participants must register by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23, and bring their completed pumpkins to Firemen's Park between 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1.
Shortlisted entries will be displayed during the Pumpkin Trail, where visitors can vote in person for their favourites. Only pumpkins dropped off at the event will be eligible for recognition.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Location: Firemen's Park, 2275 Dorchester Road, Niagara Falls
- Pumpkin drop-off: 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
- Pumpkin Trail and competition voting: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
- Competition registration deadline: Friday, October 23, at 12:00 p.m.
Residents do not need to enter the competition to contribute a pumpkin to the trail.
For more information, contact:
Michelle Nicholls
Community Recreation Coordinator - Special Events
City of Niagara Falls
mnicholls@niagarafalls.ca