ALL COMMUNITY EVENT’S
JACK O’LANTERN WORLD
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Friday 10/29 Weather Update:
We are going to be open tonight!
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This October gather your friends and family and take a journey through the “Jack O’ Lantern World” experience. Walk a 3/4 mile long trail through 1000’s of Jack O’Lanterns hand carved by local artisans. Experience our one of a kind whimsical celebration of art, nature & fall.
Select Dates, October 1st – 31st, 2021
Paulus Park, Lake Zurich, IL
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ADVENTURE
Journey through 15 magical themed worlds of hand carved Jack O’ Lanterns designed by local artists throughout the Chicagoland area.
DATE NIGHT
Enjoy a romantic stroll through the illuminated one of a kind creation making this an experience you truly will never forget.
BRING THE KIDS
A (not scary) Halloween tradition the whole family can enjoy!
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Enjoy some food, Grab some sweets for the kids, or enjoy an adult beverage all served by some of your favorite local vendors. You will be able to see a food truck schedule below closer to opening night.
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Chicago (Northwest Suburbs)
Paulus Park
200 S Rand Road,
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Operation Hours
Open October (1st-3rd, 8th-10th, 14th-17th, 21st-24th, 28th-31st)Standard Hours:
5:30 PM to 10:30 PMPRICE
$19.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – WEEKDAY Ticket Deal: Use on Mon. to Thurs. Not valid Fri, Sat,Sun or Dec 19 thru 24$24.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – Go Any Day including FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS and Dec. 19 to 24(Purchase tickets online to expedite lines at the event)
BUY TICKETS
PARTNER CHARITY
Northern Illinois Food Bank
leads the Northern Illinois community in solving hunger by providing nutritious meals to those in need through innovative programs and partnerships. Since 1983, food manufacturers, local grocers, corporations, foundations, and individuals have come together to donate food and funds, evaluate and repack food for distribution to more than 900 community food pantries and feeding programs serving more than half a million people each year across 13 counties of Northern Illinois. That commitment provided more than 69 million meals to those in need last year. Find out how you can Volunteer, Donate and Get Involved at www.SolveHungerToday.org or follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Northern Illinois Food Bank is a member of Feeding America.
*Dates and times subject to change. Check the website before visiting.
-Additional fees at checkout-
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Green Bay, WI
Brown County Fairgrounds
1500 Fort Howard Ave
De Pere, WI 54115Operation Hours
OPEN EVERY DAY
November 20th – January 3rdChristmas Week Hours:
December 19th-24th: 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
December 25th-26th: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PM
December 27th-28th: 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
December 29th-30th: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PM
December 31st: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PMStandard Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 4:50 PM to 9:00 PMFriday and Saturday 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
PRICE
$19.99/Vehicle
WEEKDAY Ticket Deal: Use on Sun. to Thurs. Not valid Fri, Sat or Dec 19 thru 24$24.99/Vehicle
FRIDAY & SATURDAY Ticket – also valid on weekdays/Dec. 19 to 24(Purchase tickets online to expedite lines at the event)
*Dates and times subject to change. Check the website before visiting.
-Additional fees at checkout-
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URBANDALE, IA
WE ARE OPEN FOR OUR LAST DAY ON NEW YEAR’S EVE
Living History Farms
11121 Hickman Rd.
Urbandale, IA. 50322Operation Hours:
OPEN EVERY DAY
November 27th – January 3rdChristmas Week Hours:
December 19th-24th: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
December 25th-26th: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
December 27th-28th: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
December 29th-30th: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
December 31st: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PMStandard Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 5:30 PM to 9:00 PMFriday and Saturday 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
PRICE
$19.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – WEEKDAY Ticket Deal: Use on Sun. to Thurs. Not valid Fri, Sat or Dec 19 thru 24$24.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – Go Any Day including FRIDAYS,SATURDAYS and Dec. 19 to 24(Purchase tickets online to expedite lines at the event)
*Dates and times subject to change. Check the website before visiting.
-Additional fees at checkout-If you purchased a weekend ticket prior to 11/18 please email
us to receive a price adjustment.
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Milwaukee, WI
Wisconsin State Fair Park
8300 W Adler St,
West Allis, WI 53214
(The entrance is located on W Adler St. just east of Pettit National Ice Center)Operation Hours:
OPEN EVERY DAY
THROUGH 12/31 INCLUDING CHRISTMASChristmas Week Hours:
December 19th-24th: 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
December 25th-26th: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PM
December 27th-28th: 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
December 29th-30th: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PM
December 31st: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PMStandard Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 4:50 PM to 9:00 PMFriday and Saturday 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
PRICE
$19.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – WEEKDAY Ticket Deal: Use on Sun. to Thurs. Not valid Fri, Sat or Dec 19 thru 24
$24.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – Go Any Day including FRIDAYS,SATURDAYS and Dec. 19 to 24(Purchase tickets online to expedite lines at the event)
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin is dedicated to easing the burden of families whose lives have been disrupted as a result of their child’s illness or injury. We provide a home away from home and caring outreach initiatives. Please consider supporting our courageous families by making a donation today! CLICK HERE to learn more.
*Dates and times subject to change. Check the website before visiting.
-Additional fees at checkout-
If you purchased a weekend ticket prior to 11/18 please email
us to receive a price adjustment.
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Omaha, NE
Werner Park
12356 Ballpark Way
Papillion, NE 68046
(Enter at gate D on South 126th St.)Operation Hours:
OPEN EVERY DAY
THROUGH 12/31 INCLUDING CHRISTMASChristmas Week Hours:
December 19th-24th: 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
December 25th-26th: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PM
December 27th-28th: 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
December 29th-30th: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PM
December 31st: 4:50 PM to 9:00 PMStandard Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 4:50 PM to 9:00 PMFriday and Saturday 4:50 PM to 10:00 PM
PRICE
$19.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – WEEKDAY Ticket Deal: Use on Mon. to Thurs. Not valid Fri, Sat,Sun or Dec 19 thru 24
$24.99/Vehicle
One Vehicle Ticket – Go Any Day including FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS and Dec. 19 to 24(Purchase tickets online to expedite lines at the event)
MAKE A WISH
We grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Wishes are more than just a nice thing. A wish experience can be a game-changer for a child with a critical illness. Make-A-Wish Nebraska grants 110 -115 wishes each year across the state of Nebraska.*Dates and times subject to change. Check the website before visiting.
-Additional fees at checkout-
If you purchased a weekend ticket prior to 11/18 please email
us to receive a price adjustment.
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Lake Zurich, IL
Paulus Park
200 s Rand Road,
Lake Zurich, IL. 60047
Operation Hours:
Open October 1-3, 8-10, 14-17, 21-24, 28-31
Day Specific Ticket Required. Secure your spot here.Standard Hours:
5:30pm – 10:30pmPRICE
Tickets must be purchased in advance online. Reserve your spot now.
$17.99/adult – Wednesday, Thursday
$9.99/child (aged 3-12) – Wednesday, Thursday
*not valid 12/23 and 12/24$19.99/adult – Friday, Saturday, Sunday
$12.99/child (aged 3-12) -Friday, Saturday, Sunday*Dates and times subject to change. Check the website before visiting.
-Additional fees at checkout-
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Secure your spot now as there are a limited number of tickets per time slot.
You must arrive within 15 minutes after your selected start time on your ticket.
NO CASH ACCEPTED
Hours of Operation:
Thursday
10/7, 10/14:
Entry 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Lights Out 9:30PM
10/21, 10/28:
Entry 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Lights Out 9:30PMFamilies with individuals who have special needs are invited to join us Thursday 10/28 at 5:30 PM for a before hours viewing of the show. To purchase tickets please email info@thejackolanternworld.com.
Friday
10/1, 10/8, 10/15
Entry 6:30 PM -10:30 PM
Lights Out 11:30PM
10/22, 10/29
Entry 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Lights Out 11:30PMSaturday
10/2, 10/9, 10/16
Entry 6:30PM – 10:30PM
Lights Out 11:30PM
10/23, 10/30
Entry 6:00PM – 10:30PM
Lights Out 11:30PMSunday
10/3, 10/10, 10/17
Entry 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Lights Out 9:30PM
10/24, 10/31
Entry 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Lights Out 9:30PMDay Specific Ticket Required. Secure your spot here.
Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and select Wednesdays.
Tickets must be purchased in advance online. Secure your spot here.
$20.00/adult* – Wednesday, Thursday
$14.00/child* (aged 3-12) – Wednesday, Thursday$22.00/adult* – Friday, Saturday, Sunday
$15.00/child* (aged 3-12) -Friday, Saturday, Sunday*Dates and prices subject to change. Additional processing fees at checkout. Check the website before visiting.
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Paulus Park
200 S Rand Road,
Lake Zurich, IL. 60047Parking instructions:
1. The East Lot will probably be full on busy nights so plan on parking in the west lot.
2. Follow the red dotted line on the map below to the entrance gates.
4. Use extreme caution crossing RT 12.
3. Have your QR code from you confirmation email pulled up and ready to scan.
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10/1
Serna’s Grill
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor
10/2
Flyin Hawaiian
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer by Phase Three
10/3
Serna’s Grill
La Humita on Wheels
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor
10/7
Da Pizza Dude
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor
10/8
Serna’s Grill
La Humita on Wheels
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor
10/9
Serna’s Grill
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor10/10
Serna’s Grill
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor
10/14
Serna’s Grill
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor
10/15
Serna’s Grill
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor
10/16
Serna’s Grill
La Humita on Wheels
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor
10/17
Serna’s Grill
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor10/21
We may not have food trucks tonight.
Beer Vendor10/22
Serna’s Grill
La Humita on Wheels
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor10/23
Serna’s Grill
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer Vendor10/24
Serna’s Grill
La Humita on Wheels
Apple Haus Donuts
Beer VendorMore coming soon!
10/28
With rain in the forecast food vendors may or may not be there today
10/29
Serna’s Grill
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor10/30
Serna’s Grill
La Humita on Wheels
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor10/31
Serna’s Grill
Apple Haus Donuts
Donut Jester
Beer Vendor
Food trucks/adult beverages are available inside the show.
Food Trucks are available entire duration of show.
Adult beverages are available for 21+ and up.
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You must arrive within 15 minutes after your selected start time on your ticket.
Lights turn off 1 hour after last entry time.
This event is ADA accessible. Trail is a paved path.
By attending this event, you are entering the Jack O’Lantern World Walk at your own risk. There are possible areas of low lighting, no light, uneven surfaces, variable terrain and slippery surfaces.
The trail will take approximately 45 min to walk through. Actual time depends on you!
You will need to have your ticket printed off or pulled up on your phone to present at the admission gate. There will be no on-site ticket sales.
Prices include admission for one adult or child.
Tickets are valid for one use.
Tickets are necessary for anyone over the age of 3.
All sales are final and promotions and discounts cannot be added retroactively.
Portable toilets available on site.
Service dogs only, please no pets.
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This event helps support Susan G. Komen!
When you purchase tickets, you can make a donation to Susan G. Komen in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We will also have a “Pink Pumpkin” section of our show dedicated to supporting Susan G. Komen. You can make a donation when you are in that section of the show, as well.
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We are open in most weather conditions however, we will not be able to operate in severe conditions that include lightning. In the event that we must cancel the show, you will be able to transfer your ticket to another available night. If you decide to come on a weekday and your ticket was for a peak night ex. (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) we will be unable to issue a refund for the difference in ticket prices.
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To Transfer Your Ticket Follow these steps:
- Click on this link and select “Enter Ticket Email” button under the heading “Resend Ticket Confirmation.”
- Go to your email and pull up the resent ticket and select “Manage Tickets” button and enter the verification code also included in that same email.
- You will then be able to transfer your tickets to a new date and time.
- You will receive a new email with a new QR code once the transfer is complete. You will receive one QR code for all tickets purchased.
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If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to anyone diagnosed/showing symptoms of COVID-19 within the past 14 days, PLEASE STAY AT HOME.
Maintain a distance of 6 ft. from others at all times.
Facial coverings are recommended for anyone over the age of 2 when within 6 ft. of space from another person.
Stay on the clearly marked trail at all times.
Do not touch the light displays.
All guests, including children over 3 years old, must have a ticket to enter.
Groups cannot exceed 10 people.
By attending this event, you are entering the Jack O Lantern Festival Walk at your own risk. There are possible areas of low lighting, no light, uneven surfaces, variable terrain and slippery surfaces.
Illnesses including COVID-19 can spread through close human to human contact which could occur at this trail walk. COVID-19 can cause death. Please stay 6′ apart.
Tickets are good for one use at the specified date and timeslot on the ticket.
Trail is one-way only.
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Email: info@thejackolanternworld.com
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1000’s of people walk through Jack O’ Lantern World. Become a sponsor by emailing info@thejackolanternworld.com
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Jack O’ Lantern World has a donation program for groups, churches, schools and charities who sell tickets to the event to their network. Email info@thejackolanternworld.com
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Email
info@thejackolanternworld.com
Call 224-757-5425
Ask for Peter!
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Didn’t receive your confirmation/ticket email?
Click here to resend yourself a ticket!Email: info@thejackolanternworld.com
Phone: 224-757-5425
**Phone support hours: M-F 8AM-2PM CST
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