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Peace, Love & Pumpkins

An enchanting walk-thru Halloween experience in our beautiful Sullivan Catskills.
big rows of decorated pumpkins
carbed pumpkins glowing in the dark
Motorcycle decorated like a jack-o-lantern
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  • October 13 thru 29, 2023 | 6:30-10 PM | Last Entry: 9 pm

  • Adults (18+): $25 | Youth (3-17): $15 | 2 & Under: Free
  • Price increases day of. We encourage purchasing in advance. This is a rain or shine event.
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Peace, Love & Pumpkins returns to Bethel Woods for its third year!

Wind through our garden trails marvel at thousands of unique hand-carved jack-o-lanterns and glowing pumpkin art. Delight in Halloween ands music-themed displays featuring Woodstock festival icons, dinosaurs, mermaids, witches, and much more!

Our outdoor Halloween festival offers fun for everyone. Halfway thru the walk, take a break to enjoy a drink, get a snack, warm up by the fire, and on select nights, hear live music! 

10/13 - Shane Rennison

10/14 - Jon Zanger

10/15 - Ursula Hansberry 

10/21 - Albi Beluli 

10/22 - Julian Giaimo 

10/28 - Janna Pelle

10/29 - Matt Bednarsky 

BRINGING THE WHOLE CREW? Group rates available here.

BACK AND SCARIER THAN EVER: Friday Night Frights, when your nighttime stroll is one you'll never forget as scares await you on every turn! Learn more. Standard walk-thru will not take place. This experience is not recommended for children.

Special Offers & Themed Nights

  • The Night Market October | 13-14; 20-21; 27-28

    October 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 2023 | 6:30-9:00 PM


    Shop with 20+ craft, artisan, and specialty food vendors in the beautiful Marked Shed, giving you access to one-of-a-kind gifts, provisions, and more! Please be aware admission is free but you cannot access unless you have a ticket to Peace, Love & Pumpkins.

    Learn more.

  • Spooky Sunday Crafting | October 15, 22, 29

    Trick or Treat Bag Decorating

    October 15 | 6:30-8:30 PM

    Join us for the first experience of our Spooky Sunday crafting series! On this date, each child will decorate and take home their very own trick-or-treat canvas bag to use on Halloween! 

    Appropriate for ages 3-13. Tickets are $15 per child and includes materials. Accompanying adult(s) who are not participating are not required to purchase a ticket.

    Costume Mask Decorating

    October 22 | 6:30-8:30 PM

    Need a last-minute costume for Halloween? On this date, each child will decorate and take home their very own Halloween costume mask! 

    Appropriate for ages 3-13. Tickets are $15 per child and includes materials. Accompanying adult(s) who are not participating are not required to purchase a ticket.

    Potion Making

    October 29 | 6:30-8:30 PM

    Have you ever wanted to make your very own Halloween potion? On this date, each child will create, decorate, and take home their very own potion! 

    Appropriate for ages 3-13. Tickets are $15 per child and includes materials. Accompanying adult(s) who are not participating are not required to purchase a ticket.

     

    Please note: These events are an add-on to the standard Peace, Love & Pumpkins admission, and does not include entry to the event itself.

  • Meet the Maker Guided Tour | October 19 & 26

    October 19 & 26, 2023 | 7:00 PM


    Embark on a guided tour with one of the makers of our trail and get an inside look at the creation of Peace, Love & Pumpkins.

    Visitors who purchase tickets to Meet the Maker have the option of walking the Peace, Love & Pumpkins trail before or following the guided tour, but must be present for the 7:00 PM meeting time at the main entry.

    October 19 | October 26

    Please be aware this is an add-on experience and entry to Peace, Love & Pumpkins must be purchased separately.

  • Friday Night Frights | October 20 & 27

    October 20 & 27, 2023 | 6:30PM – 11PM (Last Entry at 10PM)

    The walk-thru experience gets a spooky makeover as the ghosts and ghouls come out to roam the grounds. A dark, terrifying experience that will leave you trembling as you exit - If you can make it out alive, that is! Learn more here.

    Purchase for October 20.

    Purchase for October 27.

    Not recommended for young children, as this is a scary attraction.

  • Boos & Booze | October 21 & 28

    October 21 & 28, 2023 | 6:30-9:00 PM

     A boozy add-on experience on one special night for our 21 & over guests! As part of this experience, guests will have access to exclusive stations throughout the walk-thru route to sample Halloween-themed cocktails. 

    This experience is an add-on to standard admission and does not include entry to Peace, Love &  Pumpkins. You must purchase a general admission ticket to Peace, Love & Pumpkins in order to enjoy this experience. 

    Purchase for October 21.

    Purchase for October 28.

  • Sensory-Friendly Experience | October 23

    Presented by The Center For Discovery

    October 23, 2023 | 4:30PM – 6:30PM


    Individuals of all ages with autism, complex developmental disabilities, or sensory sensitivities are welcome to experience our enchanting Halloween walk-thru experience during special sensory friendly early hours before opening to the general public. Trained sensory friendly staff will be present on the walk to offer assistance as needed. This experience will take place from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM on Monday, October 23th only. Caregivers will receive free entry, with valid ID. | PURCHASE HERE.

  • Back-to-Ghoul Student Tuesdays

    Present a valid student ID for a special discount (early bird price) at the gate. Only valid on Tuesdays. Not available online or in advance.

    Only valid for tickets purchased at the gate. Discounts cannot be applied retroactively.

  • Wear-Wolf Wednesdays

    Show up in your favorite Halloween costume for a special discount (early bird price) at the gate. Only valid on Wednesdays. Not available online or in advance.

    Only valid for tickets purchased at the gate. Discount cannot be applied retroactively. 

  • Trick-or-Treat Bag (For 4)

    Enhance your experience every night with: Sweeten your walk thru the jack o’ lanterns with a bag full of Halloween-favorite candy, snacks and treats!

    Available for pick-up at the Main Gates or grab with other festive food and beverage at the concessions area half-way thru the walk!)

  • Discounted Museum Admission

    The Museum at Bethel Woods is open every day 10 AM - 10 PM. After 5 PM, enjoy $5 admission to our Main Exhibit (special exhibit will be closed) with your valid Peace, Love & Pumpkins ticket for the same day. Must be purchased in person.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

  • Be advised that if you will be arriving during peak time (Fridays & Saturdays, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm), please expect to wait in line to enter the event.
  • Have your tickets downloaded and added to your “Wallet” onto your phone prior to arrival. Service is spotty at entrance.
  • Park in Lot C across from the front gates. View a parking map here.
  • Cameras are encouraged! Don't forget to tag us: #BethelWoods.
  • Please do not touch the displays! They are delicate works of art that we are asking you to enjoy from a distance.
  • Stay on the path! We know it is tempting to walk off the path and get close to the displays, but for safety reasons, all guests must remain on the path.
  • As a reminder: this is a walk-thru event, at a little over half a mile. Please wear comfortable shoes. There is a portion of the event that has a slight incline uphill.
  • Mid-way thru the route, there is food and beverage available for purchase, as well as fire pits and live music!

Disclaimer: All dates, acts, times, and ticket prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Tickets obtained from sources other than the official sites of Bethel Woods, Live Nation or Ticketmaster (our only authorized ticketing services) may be lost, stolen or counterfeit and will not be honored. We cannot refund tickets purchased from brokers or secondary sellers.