A Poem to Kick Off the Fun

Pumpkins glowing in the night,
Rides that twirl and lights so bright,
Laughs and jumps, a spooky cheer,
Pumpkin Fest is finally here!

Yes, Epic Kids—it’s back! Pumpkin Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is happening now through October 31, and it’s ready to fill your fall with magic, mischief, and mountains of pumpkins.

Rides, Slides & Bouncy Surprises

There are so many fun places to play, you won’t know where to start!

  • Global Swings – Fly high in the sky on pumpkin-bright swings.
  • Baja Buggies – Zoom, vroom, and race like a desert driver.
  • Pumpkin Twirl – Spin and giggle in pumpkin teacups.
  • Crazy Dumbos – Take a silly ride with the wiggly elephants.
  • Hay Maze – Get lost (and found again!) in 4,200 sq. ft. of twisty turns.
  • Wacky Worm Roller Coaster – Ride a worm that wiggles and wiggles!
  • Fun Slide – Climb up, then WHOOSH down a 35-foot slide.
  • Ghost Blasters Laser Tag – Team up to zap the spooky targets in the foggy funhouse.
  • Phantom’s Revenge – Brave the swinging haunted ship.
  • Pumpkin Pounce Pad – Bounce, leap, and giggle on a giant inflatable pad.

Every corner of Pumpkin Fest is packed with something to climb, ride, jump, or slide on—plus characters, photo ops, and glowing pumpkins as far as you can see.

Charity Spotlight: Sharing the Pumpkin Love

Pumpkin Fest is about more than just having fun—it’s also about helping others!

Each week, a new local charity is highlighted, like St. Mary’s Food Bank, the Fiesta Sports Foundation, and the Thunderbirds. Even better, the Princess is donating $5,000 to Wishes for Teachers to support classrooms and the awesome teachers who fill them with learning and laughter.

That means when families come to Pumpkin Fest, they’re not only enjoying rides and games—they’re also helping spread kindness across the community. How cool is that?

📰 Kid Reporter Tip Box

Best ride if you love speed: Wacky Worm Roller Coaster 🐛
Best place for silly photos: Pumpkin Pounce Pad 📸
Best spot to sneak in a snack: The Pie House (pumpkin pie forever!) 🥧
Most magical lights: The Jack-O-Lantern Lawn ✨
Don’t miss: Saying hi to the Pumpkin Patch Crew characters—they love silly selfies! 🎭

So grab your family, put on your coziest sweater, and head to the Princess. Pumpkin Fest is glowing, bouncing, and waiting for you—now through October 31!

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is at 7575 E. Princess Dr. in Scottsdale. For all the fun details and ticket information, go to pumpkinfestattheprincess.com