The Glass Pumpkin Festival

The 6th Annual Jack Pine Glass Pumpkin Festival is a vibrant celebration of artistry and autumn, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of glassblower Jack Pine and his team. Held in the Hocking Hills, Ohio, this festival draws visitors from near and far to witness the creation and display of stunning glass pumpkins, each unique and meticulously crafted.

 

Attendees can enjoy live glass blowing demonstrations, shop for one-of-a-kind artworks, and immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere with seasonal foods, music, and family-friendly activities. The event not only highlights the beauty of hand-blown glass art but also fosters a sense of community and appreciation for local artisans. ​

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Admission: FREE

 

Parking: 

Reserved Parking: $5, Receive coupon upon arrival

 

Non-Reserved Parking: $10, No Coupon

Website: glasspumpkinfestival.com
 

Special Guest: Squashcarver

Gus ‘Squashcarver’ Smithhisler is a nationally recognized professional giant pumpkin carver and food artist for over 20 years based in Columbus, Ohio. Come watch him carve a masterpiece!

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30+ Showcasing Artists:

Enjoy a variety of local and regional artisans working in multiple mediums from glass, metal, painting, sculpture, jewelry and more!

 

Delicious Food:

There will be plenty of great local and regional food vendors to choose from during the festival. From savory to sweet, veggies and treats, we’ve got you covered. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy listening to live music under the tented food court in the center of the exciting artists area.

 

Live Music

This year we will be featuring live music each day of the festival creating a chill ambiance to enjoy while you shop and get into shenanigans! Our line up includes Poverty String Trio, Connor Stimmel, Nicole Dicken and more!

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Reserve your parking spot early online and receive a $5 coupon towards the purchase of any Jack Pine product at the festival.

 

Non-Reserved parking is $10 due at arrival. There is no redeemable coupon for Non-Reserved Parking.

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Optional Event: VIP Preview Night | Thursday, Sept. 18 • Soft Opening 5pm • Hours 6pm - 9pm​​

First pick of The 2025 Pumpkin of the Year!
Silent Auction with excellent prizes
All alcohol and silent auction sales benefit the Laurelville Food Pantry
Delicious catered dinner +1 drink ticket
Live music by Connor Stimmel
Exclusive glassblowing demonstration
Limited to 200 people
Full Weekend Event Parking
Be the first to explore our magical new handcrafted display where every twist, texture, and color invites you to look closer and feel the story unfold.

Automatically entered to win exclusive Jack Pine Studio Door Prizes that will be selected during the preview night dinner.

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Festival Hours: Friday: 10am - 7pm Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 10am - 5pm