Back by popular demand, the magic of autumn comes alive once again as Pumpkin Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess returns on Sept. 13. From September 13 through October 31, 2025, guests of all ages are invited to experience a vibrant harvest wonderland – complete with rides, games, seasonal treats, and thousands of twinkling pumpkins under the Sonoran sky. Hotel and dining guests can enjoy a complimentary ride on the Ghost Light Express train to the venue.

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The 224,000 square foot event will feature the following areas:

  • The Patch – This vibrant autumn wonderland will feature photo ops, characters and rides and attractions – which include the Pumpkin Bounce Pad, Global Swings, Pumpkin Twirl, Buggy Ride and Mineral Creek Mining Co.
  • Jack-O-Lantern Lawn – A perfect area to spend some time – it 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, Blaemire the Brimstone Dragon, and more.
  • The Cider Orchard – 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-square-foot hay maze, Wacky Worm Roller Coaster, The Fun Slide, among other rides and activities.
  • Harvest Grove and the Spookeasy – features VIP fire tables where gusts 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, amongst other seasonal items.

Guests can enjoy VIP fire table rentals, pumpkin painting, fall-themed spa specials, and seasonal dining menus across the resort’s signature restaurants. The Pie House, featuring pumpkin, pecan and caramel apple pie will return for the event. Other event dining includes Harvest Grove and the Spookeasy.

“Since we last held the event in 2021, each fall we have had guests asking for it to come back, so we listened to them, says Jack Miller, regional vice president and general manager of the

Princess. “We’re proud to create a magical autumn atmosphere in the heart of the desert where families and guests of all ages can come together to celebrate the season.”

Charity will also be a significant component of Pumpkin Fest, with a new charity being featured each week of the event – St. Mary’s Food Bank, Fiesta Sports Foundation and the Thunderbirds will all be featured, amongst others – with a $5,000 donation being made to Wishes For Teachers. Along with the weekly highlighted charities, each Monday night will be educators night (guests may use the discount code Teachers), Tuesday nights will be first responder’s night (guests may use the discount code Responder) and Wednesday nights will be healthcare workers night (guests may use the discount code Healthcare) – members of those communities can get 10% off admission.

VIP Event admission is complimentary for resort guests and available to the public with general admission tickets or VIP experiences. Special stay packages are available for families looking to turn their visit into a festive fall getaway.

Tickets & Information

  • 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 spend at one of the resort’s signature restaurants.

Sponsors of the event include Land Rover North Scottsdale, State Farm Jeremy Mueller and Stuffed Puffs Marshmallows.