Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Roger Williams Park Zoo

Published: August 26, 2026

Don't miss the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular this Halloween season, as it returns to Roger Williams Park Zoo from October 1 through November 1.

A true, one-of-a-kind experience for audiences of all ages, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular features thousands of artistically carved, illuminated pumpkins. This year's "The Great Pun-Kin Trail" theme brings to life classic one-liners and your favorite dad jokes with pop culture, playful characters and more.

All tickets are available only online and must be purchased in advance.

Head into Providence early for a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants nearby, or plan a weekend getaway and check out the Halloween happenings in and around the city!

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Nicholas Millard

Nicholas Millard is the Director of Digital Media at GoProvidence. He is also the in-house photographer/videographer for the PWCVB. When he is not taking pictures for the city, he loves spending time with his beautiful daughter Halleigh and sons Hunter, Logan and Gavin. Nicholas' hobbies include photography and guitar, one of which he is not very good at.

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Roger Williams Park Zoo

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