Spirits in the Gardens

Reiman Gardens popular fall celebration is back with even more spooky fun! With 1000+ intricately carved Jack-O-Lanterns, candy, chemistry experiments, cosplay, there is fun for the entire family! Wear your favorite costume and join in the fun.

Jack-O-Lantern Sneak Peek

Friday, October 11th, 6pm-9pm: be the first to see the Jack-O-Lanterns at their freshest. No candy, shows or other entertainment. A cash bar will be available on Friday evenings.

Spirits in the Gardens

On Saturday or Sunday, October 12th and 13th from 5pm-9pm, visit our Candy Factory on the Events Plaza to collect treats and non-candy items from our whimsical candy slides. Treats will be available all evening on Saturday and Sunday! A local community group will be selling pre-packaged snacks and warm drinks as a fundraiser near Lake Helen.

How Timed Tickets Work:

The selected time and date is your entry time to Spirits in the Gardens. You may show up anytime during this window of time. It is not the amount of time you are on site, only the time you may enter the event. For example, if you choose Friday from 6pm-6:30pm you must arrive between 6pm and 6:30pm, but may stay as long as you choose. Please bring your QR Code ticket, either printed or on your phone to the event. Entry gates close at 9pm and the Gardens close at 10 PM each night of the event.

Starting Point:

Entrance to Spirits in the Gardens is at our East Entrance and not our main entrance. This will be marked by signage. See the route map below.

Schedule of Events:

Friday, October 11th: Jack-O-Lantern Sneak Peek 6pm-9pm
Please note there will be no candy, shows or other entertainment this evening, just fresh pumpkins. A cash bar will be available on Friday evenings only.

Saturday AND Sunday, October 12th and 13th: Spirits in the Garden, 5pm-9pm

5-7pm:

• ISU Cosplay Club
• Sparkles Squad (Saturday)
• Bhangra Dance (Sunday)

5-9pm:

• ISU SCUM-Chemistry Show (Garden Room, main complex)
• Jack-0-Lanterns, Hollusion Holograms, Glowing Orbs and Sycamore Falls Lighted Tower
• Candy Factory on the Events Plaza (Treats are available ALL evening at the end of the route)