Pumpkins can be dropped off at Bannerman Park between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on November 1. A light will be provided for each pumpkin displayed.

After the event, all pumpkins will be composted at Robin Hood Bay Regional Waste Management Facility and reused in future landscaping projects.

Parking is available along Bannerman Road. Carpooling and alternative transportation are encouraged. Please pay attention to posted signage indicating parking restrictions in the area.

• Sensory friendly hour will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (during sensory friendly hour, there will be no loud music or surprise performances).

• Accessible parking spaces will be available in the main parking lot off Bannerman Road during the event.

• Gender neutral and accessible portable toilets will be available on site.

• The GoBus drop-off and pick-up location is located in front of the Bannerman Park Pool House on Bannerman Road. The GoBus must be booked in advance.

• All-terrain wheelchairs are available to reserve in advance, on a first come, first served basis. To book an all-terrain wheelchair, please email inclusion@stjohns.ca or call 709-576-6972 no later than October 24, 2025.

• Bannerman Park lights will remain on throughout this event, however, lighting may be dim in the evening. Attendees are welcome to bring a flashlight.

• The City of St. John’s strives to create accessible and inclusive programs and services where possible. To request accommodations, learn more, or provide feedback or suggestions, please call 709-576-4450 or email inclusion@stjohns.ca