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Thousands Of Jack O'Lanterns Coming To The Forge: Lemont Quarries

Jack O'Lantern World will bring its second location to Lemont, featuring thousands of pumpkins created by artisans.

LEMONT, IL — Just in time for the spooky season, thousands of hand-carved jack o'lanterns are headed to The Forge: Lemont Quarries.

Jack O'Lantern World will bring its second location to Lemont, featuring thousands of pumpkins created by artisans. The pumpkins will be showcased along a half-mile walking trail, according to a release.

Jack O'Lantern World's first location is in Lake Zurich.

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The Lemont location is expected to bring in over 60,000 people, according to a release. The experience celebrates Halloween, art, nature and fall.

The show opens Oct. 6 in Lemont, and runs through Oct. 29. Tickets are required, and are on sale now online.

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