| Membership | Price (+HST) |
|---|---|
| Single | $85/year |
| Single Plus | $120/year |
| Family | $130/year |
| Family Plus | $175/year |
| Contributing | $300/year |
| Supporting | $600/year |
| Sustaining | $1,000/year |
| Benefactor's Circle | $2,500/year |
| Director's Circle | $5,000/year |
| President's Circle | $10,000/year |
RBG After Dark: Pumpkin Trail (19+)
Event Description
RBG’s Hendrie Park transforms under the cover of darkness for an exclusive adult-only Halloween celebration which is sure to send a chill up your spine! Come dressed in your Halloween best and follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Enjoy an evening of music, entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. Satisfy your appetite with bountiful bites and sips as you explore the autumn nightscape of Royal “Boo”tanical Gardens!
This is a 19+ event. Check out the Great Pumpkin Trail for a family-friendly version.
Generously Supported By:
The Pumpkin Trail
Explore the 1 km trail through the Hendrie Valley nature sanctuary lined with hundreds of carved pumpkins.
Entertainment
Scheduled entertainment beneath the Rose Garden tent and wandering throughout the garden. View schedule below!
Explore Hendrie Park
RBG’s largest garden is filled with seasonal displays, giant pumpkins, and more!
Sips & Bites
Whether you’re looking for snacks, drinks or dinner, there’s something for everyone (food and drink available for purchase).
Event Tickets
Pre-registration is required for this ticketed event.
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | $27 (+ HST & $1 Service Fee) |
| Student* (19+) | $25 (+ HST & $1 Service Fee) |
- Members will receive a presale
- Tickets are non-refundable and final sale. General admission discounts and coupons are not applicable to this ticketed event.
- After a purchase is complete, the tickets are the property of the ticket-holder, and RBG will be unable to accommodate any date or time changes.
- Everyone attending the event must have a ticket. You will not be admitted into the event without a ticket. Tickets will be scanned upon arrival.
- ID will be checked at the door.
Ticketing Terms & Conditions
Tickets purchased to special events are final sale and non-refundable. Tickets for this experience can be transferred to someone else if you can no longer attend the event. Please keep your tickets and confirmation: it is proof of your purchase and allows entry into the experience.
Liability: RBG assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to property, or for personal injury or mishap; all activities are at the risk of the participant.
Filming/Photography Release: Please be advised that all photos, audio-video, and static images taken at this experience may be used for exhibit, reproduction, and/or distribution for RBG related promotional use, including all forms of print, television advertisement, social media and /or website display. In consideration of your participation as a guest or attendee of this experience, you authorize Royal Botanical Gardens, its legal representatives, suppliers, invited media and assigns unrestricted right and permission to copyright and use such photos and images under their sole discretion. Royal Botanical Gardens, its legal representatives, suppliers, invited media and assigns are released without limitation of any claims for libel or invasion of privacy.
By purchasing tickets and participating in this event on RBG properties, you are agreeing to the above release for yourself, and on behalf of your guests.
Member Pre-Sale Instructions
Member Presale Instructions
To access the member presale, simply log in to your RBG online account using the email address associated with your membership. Once your account is set up, visit the registration page.
Do NOT make a new account; any new account created will not have access to your member benefits, and will not permit you access to the pre-sale.
New Members: How To Activate Your Account
- Visit secure.rbg.ca/account/login
- Enter your email address and “submit” (NOTE: RBG members must use the email associated with their current membership)
- Check your email for a link to reset your password
- Log in with your new credentials and check your account information. Ensure your updated membership is showing.
Once your member account is set up, visit the registration page and your tickets will be available!
If you do not receive a password reset email within 10 minutes, or if you log into and your membership is not showing in your account information, it is possible that email address is not the primary contact on your RBG Membership. Get in touch with the memberships team for more information.
Food & Drink
Don’t have time to make dinner before the event? The RBG mobile kitchen will be serving all your handheld favourites, alongside local food trucks. Valid ID required for purchasing alcoholic beverages.
Drinks
The bar in the Atrium at RBG Centre is the perfect place to start your evening, or find drink stations throughout the garden.
Bar / Drink Menu
Hot Drinks
Add Wayne Gretzky Whiskey or Cream Liquor for $5.50
- Hot Chocolate: $4
- Add Whip Cream $0.50
- Coffee / Tea: $3.75
- Hot Apple Cider: $4.50
Cold Drinks
- Juice: $3
- Canned Soft Drink: $3.50
- Flow Boxed Water: $3.50
- Lemonade Jar: $6
- Collective Arts Craft Beer and Cider: $10
- House Wine: 6oz $8 | 9oz $10 | Bottle $30
NOTE: all alcohol must be consumed within the licensed garden and in not permitted on the nature trail
Eats
Whether you’re looking for a little treat or something more filling, find food and snack stations throughout the garden.
Snacks & Treats Menu
All prices subject to HST
- Twirl Pops: $3
- Candy Apples: $3.50
- Spooky Sweets: $4
- Pumpkin / Cider Donuts: $3.50
- Cookies: 1 for $2.50 | 2 for $4
- Popcorn: Small $4 | Large $8
- Soft Serve Ice Cream: Small Cone $3 | Waffle Cone $5
- Mini Pancakes:
- Kids (Whip Cream, Sprinkles) – 1 for $5 | 2 for $9
- Oreo | Strawberry Shortcake – 1 for $6 | 2 for $11
Multiple food locations found throughout Hendrie Park; availability varies by station.
Hot Food Menu
All prices subject to HST
Handhelds
Available from the RBG Food Truck
- All Beef Dog: $8
- Veggie Dog: $9
- Falafel Pita: $10
Lettuce, Tomato, Pickled Onion, Radish, Garlic Lime Crema - Burger: $12
- Quinoa Black Bean Burger: $12
- Pulled Pork on a Bun: $13
Slaw, BBQ Sauce, Garlic
Fryer
Available from the RBG Food Truck
- Fries: $5.00 (GF, DF)
- Poutine: $9
Curds, Gravy - Pulled Pork Poutine: $12
Curds, BBQ Sauce, Slaw
Slow-Cooked
Available in the Teahouse
- Beef Stew: $8
- Cassoulet (Vegan Stew): $8
Food Trucks
After walking the trail, grab a bite from one of the third-party food trucks!
Entertainment
Forever in Flames
7 p.m., 8:15 p.m., and 9:30 p.m.
About
Experience thrills and excitement as “Forever in Flames” ignites the mythical world of vampires with breathtaking fire performances!
Good Enough Live Karaoke
About
Live band karaoke with Good Enough Live Karaoke is an epic, interactive entertainment experience. Singing with Good Enough is as easy as scanning the song list, picking a song you love and daring to get on stage with us. Lyrics are provided on an iPad on a music stand. And we will cue you in and sing back up when necessary.
DJ Jooce
About
DJ Jooce, a Hamilton native has honed the skill of djing through the DJ competition scene. Winning competitions in DMC and Redbull Threestyle, utilizing different genres of music with technical skill and style mixing and transitioning from one song to the next. DJ Jooce can be found in various establishments throughout the Hamilton area.
Part of the RBG After Dark Series
Celebrate with us all summer long with 19+ events in a one-of-a-kind garden setting.
Event F.A.Q.s
Have a question about RBG After Dark? Click the topics below for more information. If you have a question that is not answered, send us a message, or give us a call at 905-527-1158.
Tickets
Pre-purchased tickets are required for this special event. Tickets are final sale.
Your tickets will be emailed to you as a pdf attachment shortly after online payment. You will be required to present these tickets upon arrival, either printed out or digitally on your personal device.
Arrival & Entry Time
Doors will open at 6:00pm and last entry will be at 10:00pm. This event concludes at 11 p.m.
Weather
This event is 100% outdoors so come prepared for the weather! RBG reserves the right to cancel the event due to inclement weather.
Age & I.D.
Attendees must be 19 years of age or older to attend. Please ensure you have a government-issued ID on your person during the event; anyone who does not present a valid ID upon request will be asked to leave.
Food & Beverage
Don’t have time to make dinner before the event? We’ll be serving up some delicious seasonal favourites available for purchase!
Outside food and drink is not be permitted.
Location & Parking
This event is held in Hendrie Park – please enter through RBG Centre at 680 Plains Road W. Burlington Ontario. Parking is included, available in the large lot at RBG Centre. Should the lot at RBG Centre become full, alternate parking locations are:
- Street parking along Botanical Dr. and Spring Gardens. Rd. From this area, cross the parking lot and make your way to RBG Centre main entrance to check in.
- Staff Parking Lot / Classroom 5 – south side of Plains Rd. W. at Botanical Dr., Burlington. From this lot, make your way to RBG Centre main entrance to check in.
- Overflow parking with a complimentary shuttle will be available at our Rock Garden parking lot, 1185 York Blvd. Hamilton ON.
Please note, you will not be able to enter the event through the Rose Garden Service gate.
This garden is located along bus routes for Burlington Transit, with stops a short distance from the entrance. See rbg.ca/directions for more details.
Please do not drink and drive; organize a safe ride home.
Trail Length & Lighting
The Great Pumpkin Trail is a 1km loop, beginning in Hendrie Park, continuing down into the Hendrie Valley and returning in Hendrie Park. Please note only a ¼ km section of the trail is fully wheelchair accessible.
The trail route is lit by the jack-o-lanterns. You are encouraged to bring a flashlight as it can get dark out there!
Is this a horror event?
With the focus on seasonal fun, the Great Pumpkin Trail is a scare-free event! Please plan any costumes and act accordingly.
Costumes
Visitors are encouraged to wear costumes however costumes must be appropriate and non offensive.
Accessibility
Only a ¼ km loop of the Pumpkin Trail is fully wheelchair accessible. The remainder is along the RBG trail system which includes rough terrain. If you have any questions about accessibility at this event, please contact us at 905-527-1158.
Pets & Service Animals
With the exception of service animals, personal dogs/cats/animals are not permitted at this event.
Pets are welcome in RBG’s outdoor spaces during normal daytime operating hours so long as they remain leashed, and cleaned up after.
Event Terms & Conditions
Tickets purchased to special events are final sale and non-refundable. Tickets for this event can be transferred to someone else if you can no longer attend. If RBG cancels a special event, ticketholders will be fully refunded. Please keep your tickets and confirmation: it is proof of your purchase and allows entry for the tour.
Liability: RBG assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to property, or for personal injury or mishap; all activities are at the risk of the participant.
Filming/Photography Release: Please be advised that all photos, audio-video, and static images taken at this tour may be used for exhibit, reproduction, and/or distribution for RBG related promotional use, including all forms of print, television advertisement, social media and /or website display. In consideration of your participation as a guest or attendee of this event, you authorize Royal Botanical Gardens, its legal representatives, suppliers, invited media and assigns unrestricted right and permission to copyright and use such photos and images under their sole discretion. Royal Botanical Gardens, its legal representatives, suppliers, invited media and assigns are released without limitation of any claims for libel or invasion of privacy.
By purchasing tickets and participating in this event on RBG properties, you are agreeing to the above release for yourself, and on behalf of your guests.
More Upcoming Special Events
RBG hosts unique events all year long! See rbg.ca/specialevents for details
