An October tradition once again takes over Paulus Park in Lake Zurich, as Jack-O’-Lantern World returns for its sixth year. The surrealistic interactive displays made entirely of hand-carved pumpkins by artisans is illuminated at night and spread over nearly 7 acres of festival grounds.
Staggering displays line a winding three-quarter-mile accessible trail with old favorites such as the pumpkin tunnel, augmented by new installations including a 40-foot whale floating on the lake. The family friendly event also has animated displays like a 40-foot mustang horse, and one gourd tipping the scales at 2,220 pounds, as part of its giant pumpkin collection.
“This is the best year yet, and we take the feedback from visitors to heart, especially when we create the new displays,” said Peter Starykowicz, president of All Community Events. “These are all real pumpkins, and hand-carved, each with a different face, making them totally unique…