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Pumpkin Fest returns to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

The Pumpkin Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is 224,000-square-feet of spooky fun for the family.

(Courtesy Fairmont Scottsdale Princess)

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E Princess Drive, is bringing back its Pumpkin fest from Sept. 13 through Oct. 31.

The event comes complete with rides, games, seasonal treats and thousands of twinkling pumpkins under the Sonoran sky, according to a press release.

Hotel and dining guests can enjoy a complimentary ride on the Ghost Light Express train to the venue.

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THINGS TO DO

Pumpkin Fest returns to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

(Courtesy Fairmont Scottsdale Princess)

The Pumpkin Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is 224,000-square-feet of spooky fun for the family.

Posted Sunday, August 31, 2025 8:00 am

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E Princess Drive, is bringing back its Pumpkin fest from Sept. 13 through Oct. 31.

The event comes complete with rides, games, seasonal treats and thousands of twinkling pumpkins under the Sonoran sky, according to a press release.

Hotel and dining guests can enjoy a complimentary ride on the Ghost Light Express train to the venue.

The 224,000-square-foot event will feature:

•The Patch – This vibrant autumn wonderland will feature photo ops, characters and rides and attractions, including a pumpkin bounce pad, global swings, pumpkin twirl, buggy ride and Mineral Creek Mining Co.
•Jack-O-Lantern Lawn – This area features the spook easy bar and dining, VIP fire tables and the food trucks and a tap van. It also features spooky animatronics, like Willa Willow Witch and Blaemire the Brimstone Dragon.

•The Cider Orchard – Visitors can explore twists and turns designed for all thrill levels -- from festive to frightful. Pip Applewick is the character of the area, and guests can enjoy the 4,200-sq.-ft. hay maze, Wacky Worm Roller Coaster, The Fun Slide, among other rides and activities.
•Harvest Grove and the Spookeasy – This area features VIP fire tables where guests can make s’mores, using fan favorite Stuffed Puffs marshmallows. Other elevated menu options will include short rib pot pie, bison chili, chicken schnitzel bites and other other seasonal items.

Ticket prices are:

• Advance general admission tickets - $35 per person, $45 day of.
• Advance self parking - $25, $35 day of.
• Advance valet parking - $120, $130 day of. Complimentary with an $85 spent at one of the resort’s signature restaurants.
For tickets and other information, visit PumpkinFestAtThePrincess.com, or call (480) 585-4848.