Pumpkin Prowl: Ada’s Signature Halloween Event!
As October approaches, so do Halloween events. And that includes downtown Ada’s fantastic Pumpkin Prowl.
On Friday, October 25, 2024, little ghouls and goblins can visit Ada for their third annual family-friendly, candy-centric Pumpkin Prowl. This years event runs from 5 – 8 PM.
Hosted by the Ada Business Association and Discover Ada, the Pumpkin Prowl is an updated version of the village’s former Trunk-or-Treat event merged with Halloween trick-or-treating in Ada Village.
Its Ada’s biggest family-friendly Halloween event of the year! You won’t want to miss it!
Event Attractions Include Trunk-or-Treat, Costume Contest, Activities & More
There will be over 80 businesses handing out candy at storefronts on or near River Street and in the Dixon parking lot across from Ada Garage Bar.
The event will feature pumpkin treats, photo ops, fun activities, the local fire and sheriff departments, music, costume contests, and new spooky surprises.
Look forward to:
- Trick-or-treating along River St and throughout Ada Village
- Live DJ music
- Pumpkin treats
- Photo op by Applied Innovation
- Local fire and sheriff departments
- Haunted passages
- Dance performance by HMD (6 PM) in Legacy Park
- Costume contest (6:30 – 7 PM) at the amphitheater in Legacy Park
- Other new, spooky surprises
Costume Contest
Get in on the family-friendly costume contest from 6:30 – 7 PM at the Amphitheater in Legacy Park. Scan the QR code to pre-register.
1st, 2nd & 3rd place prizes will be awarded in each of four categories:
- Ages 5 and Under
- Ages 6 – 9
- Ages 10 – 18
- Family or Coordinated Group
Judging will be based on audience applause, so bring your family and friends to cheer you on.
“Most Spirited Booth” Voting
The trunks go all out at Pumpkin Prowl – the booth decorations are next-level.
You can get in on the fun and vote for the Most Spirited Booth at Pumpkin Prowl. Once you spot the booth with the most flair, drop your ABA token in that booth’s container. Voting wraps up at 7 PM and the winner is crowned at 7:30.
Enjoy Ada’s Social District Open During Event
Ada’s Social District is open during the Pumpkin Prowl, too.
Attention Pumpkin Prowl visitors ages 21+! Stop by Gravel Bottom, Ada Garage Bar, Luna, or MudPenny not only for candy – but, a Social District beverage for the parents and walkable food options.
Enjoy the Social District seven days a week from noon – 10 PM.
Good to Know
- Refillable water station near the info tent courtesy of Gordon Water.
- Additional parking available at Ada Vista School and Ada Christian Reformed Church.
- Photo Consent: Attendees grant event hosts permission for the use of their photos and videos for social media channels.
Food Options
- Ada Garage Bar: Live music – Devin Weber will be performing from 8-11, Signature drink – the Jack-O-Lantern
- Foxtail Coffee Co: need a cup of coffee? Stop by Foxtail for complimentary black coffee.
- Croft Haus: cider and donuts while supplies last
- Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery: Sliders and pumpkin beer on the patio, warm up by the fire pit.
Pumpkin Prowl Map, Parking & Restrooms
Trunk-or-treat participants are located in three general areas:
- River Street (closed to traffic for the event)
- Historic Ada
- New Development
Many of the pumpkin prowl participants are located along River Street and Ada Drive.
PARKING
Free parking is available – look for the black circles on the map above to see locations or set your GPS for the library or Community Church. It’s a short walk from these lots to the main event.
Additional event parking available at Ada Vista School and Ada Christian Reformed Church on Bradfield St. Once parked, follow the signs to the pedestrian tunnel.
RESTROOMS
Public restrooms are available at Legacy Park (there’s also a playground and picnic tables here as well.)
Additional Activities in Stores
Yes, there will be many businesses and organizations handing out candy at storefronts and trunks along River St. and nearby.
- Ada Hotel – The Post: Pumpkin soup and special cocktails
- Brody’s Be Café: Hot Dog Cart in the Dixon parking lot
- The Whitecaps mascot, Crash, will be in the Spooky Tunnel at LMCU from 6-7 PM
- Don’t miss the new Wizards Way Experience in the alley by Luna
- Ada Village Pharmacy: try the sorting hat among floating candles.
Legacy Park Playground & Restrooms
Public restrooms are available at Legacy Park (there are a playground and picnic tables here as well.)
