Pumpkins After Dark

Pumpkins After Dark is an immersive Halloween spectacle, transforming the fairgrounds into a glowing landscape of hand-carved pumpkins. This isn't just a display; it's an elaborate walk-through experience featuring thousands of intricate pumpkin sculptures, some reaching monumental sizes, depicting everything from fantastical creatures to pop culture scenes. It's an artistic take on the season, focusing on the visual storytelling possible with carved gourds. This late-night event on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton offers a unique way to celebrate Halloween. It's a family-friendly atmosphere that appeals to anyone who appreciates creative artistry, seasonal decor, or simply a visually engaging night out.