Spirits in the Gardens

Reiman Gardens' popular fall celebration is back October 11-13!

Featuring more than 1,000 Jack-O-Lanterns hand-carved by volunteers, Spirits in the Gardens has become a central Iowa tradition for Halloween family fun. A Jack-O-Lantern sneak peek will take place on Friday night, while Saturday and Sunday nights will add activities, chemistry experiments, trick-or-treating, cosplay and more. Come in costume and join in the spooky fun! Tickets are for reserved entry time slots (stay as long as you wish). Popular times sell out quickly, so purchase tickets early!

Saturday & Sunday, October 12 & 13
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

On Saturday and Sunday, the Spirits in the Gardens event nights will feature more than 1,000 hand-carved Jack-O-Lanterns located throughout the gardens, as well as glowing orbs, Hollusion dancing video projections, and the colorful lighted tower at Sycamore Falls. Visit our Candy Factory at the end of the route to collect treats from the candy slides. Treats will be available all evening on Saturday and Sunday only! A local BSA troupe will also be selling pre-packaged snacks and warm drinks as a fundraiser near Lake Helen (cash and credit cards accepted).

Jack-o-lanterns in rows along a hillside

Lighted orange orbs and tower in a garden

Families in costume enjoy a Halloween celebration

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All the details you'll want to know about our timed-entry ticketing, event schedule and important rules.

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Check out this year's map for info on route length, bathroom locations and of course where the candy will be.

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Wondering how to enter the Gardens and where to park? This map will show you!

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Reiman Gardens' popular fall celebration is back October 11-13!

Jack-O-Lantern Sneak Peek

Friday, October 11
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.